Yetnikoff could be held up as an example of that shift: What he lacked in music appreciation he made up for in corporate savvy.

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We're not professional musicians by a long shot, but when we do get a chance to break away from the relentless torrent of cellphones and tablets, nothing quite hits the spot like a little music appreciation.

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Statistically, students who are involved in music (either appreciation or performance) do better in school.

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Originally from Nebraska, Crystal has a great appreciation for classical music, and takes advantage of concert-going and hotel lobby pianos whenever she gets the chance.

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Its insights are not self-evident and have to be cultivated in the same way as an appreciation of art, music, or poetry must be developed.

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It is clear that the appreciation of local heritage runs through multiple generations and has not been overshadowed by modern music trends like rock and roll from the US and cumbia from Colombia.

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