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We must reverse the decline of music education

We must reverse the decline of music education

Plus, what can Camus teach an MP?

Sep 12, 2023
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The Ezra Collective have just made history by becoming the first jazz act to win the Mercury Prize. The quintet’s drummer Femi Koleoso, seized the moment to explain:

”This moment that we're celebrating right here is testament to good, special people putting time and effort into young people to play music".

He is correct, but this is more than a milestone…

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