INEZ

Music programs are usually the first to be cut. I got a chance to share my story with The Recording Academy about the impact my Perry band directors, Rick Lane and Gerald Watkins, had on me and my career trajectory.

You can go from Pittsburgh Public Schools band rooms to having a full career in music.

Happy Music In Our Schools Month.

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"I would not be where I am if it were not for the music educators in my life early on." INEZ's band directors not only encouraged her journey in playing music as a part of her high school's marching band, but also led her to teach music and become "someone who not only cares about the notes on the page, but cares about the kids." Has a music teacher inspired your journey in music? Spotlight them using our Music In Our Schools Month social media toolkit at the link in our bio.