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bersonss The Robersonss FP: There are studies that suggest that there is there a difference in maturity and in academic performance between students who play instruments and those who do not. Have you found this to be true? HR: Absolutely. It's stimulation of the brain. It's hand- and-eye coordination. You have to read music and sing it. You have to be able to read and play music and march. SR: Kids in band seem to be more scheduled. They have to schedule practice time and their study times. It also puts a group of kids with a common goal together and they help one another. HR: It's not the kind of activity where you find, in general, kids who are getting into trouble with the law. Now kids get into all I'm saying is that your typical band kid is a pretty straight kid and is surrounded by kids of the same likes and parents who support them. They progress through life pretty well. Their brains are exercised. sorts of things. What LIVE MUSIC ON THE GREEN FP: How should music education be approached or encouraged by a parent? HR: They should let their child hear music as much as possible, especially live performance. Anything at the Kennedy Center. They have free concerts every night of the year. They have a world-class, top-notch group that performs every night. And it's free. SR: Another thing that doesn't cost is the Rappahannock POPS, it's free to students. JR: It doesn't have to just be classical. It can be something at Celebrate Virginia like a country or rock band. A lot of times these bands come and they use live instruments that [the kids] play like a flute or a saxophone and the kids can see that and see that their favorite bands are using real instruments. HR: Anything a child can go to and see performance is tremendously stimulative to the mind. Presented by Aug. 2 - Oct. 25, 7pm-9pm Every Thursday Bring a comfy chair and relax every Thursday evening with Potomac Point Winery and enjoy live music featuring an eclectic mix of Jazz, R&B, Reggae, Classic Rock, Funk and more. Listen to B101.5 each weekday morning for your chance to WIN exclusive seating in our VIP Area sponsored by Bravo! Cucina Italiana. Sponsored by forMUSICAL MAGIC Now is the time… Macy's, JCPenney, Costco, Belk, Sears, and over 150 unique stores and eateries. Located at the intersection of Interstate 95 and State Route 3 near Fredericksburg, Virginia. Phone: 540.786.6660 SpotsylvaniaTowneCentre.com • MallGiftCards.net www.fredericksburgparent.NET 11