CHOOSE AT LEAST ONE OF THE FOLLOWING and answer in 100-200 words total. Post your initial response by 11:59pm on Thursday, and then respond to at least two classmates by Sunday at 11:59pm.

1. How does music serve you? In what ways do you enjoy the art of music? Do you play an instrument or sing? In what specific ways does the art of music enliven your life? Make sure to read everyone’s writings and comment on two.

2. What experience have you had with musical theatre or opera? Have you attended a cantata at your church? Did you see a Broadway show? Have you viewed a fully-mounted opera? What did you see? What did you hear? How did you like this experience? Make sure to read everyone’s writings and comment on two.

3. Is it important for children to learn how to read music or play an instrument? What benefits do children gain from music? Should teenagers be able to read music or play an instrument? Should music education be offered in public schools? Who should pay for it?