Scott Abrahamson of Bravo Musical Instruments, Inc. Heads to Washington, D.C. to Advocate for Music Education Abrahamson visits the nation’s capital to reinforce the importance of music education for all children-

Rehoboth, MA – May 17, 2017 – Next week, local business leader, Scott Abrahamson, of Bravo Musical Instruments will travel to Washington, D.C. to advocate for all children to have access to quality, comprehensive school music education programs. Abrahamson will join nearly 100 music industry leaders and artists as part of a delegation of music education advocates during the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) annual Music Education Fly-In, May 22-25, 2017.

The issue takes on special importance this year as the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), signed into law in 2015 by President Obama readies for state-level implementation in 2018 and specifies music as part of a well-rounded education. Abrahamson will meet with Members of Congress and other elected officials to advocate for school-level music programs across the nation and to discuss the multitude of benefits music education espouses such as increased brain function, focus and language development, as discussed in a new research study from Northwestern University.

Abrahamson, who began his music career as classroom music educator, said “our advocacy for music education is more important than ever. The success of our nation depends upon a comprehensive, well rounded education for children, of which music is an integral part."
The week of advocacy work will begin with on Monday, May 22 with a Day of Service at Jefferson Middle School Academy, with hands-on lessons in a variety of instruments for the school’s students. On Tuesday, Abrahamson will participate in a full day of advocacy training at the national level, as well as in developing a state-level advocacy program. On Wednesday, the group will head to Capitol Hill for a series of meetings with Members of Congress, their staff and other elected officials and stakeholders in education policy.
Scott Abrahamson is the Director of Education for Rick’s Musical Instruments, Inc., and its Massachusetts division, Bravo Musical Instruments. A veteran music educator who directed award winning programs, he was hired with the specific mission to connect music industry with music education programs in Massachusetts and Rhode Island so that students are afforded every opportunity to succeed. Additionally, he works to provide teacher professional development as well as mentoring for new teachers to ensure that music educators are fully equipped to provide the best music education possible for our children.



To learn more about the event or for interviews, please contact:
Scott Abrahamson
Rick’s Musical Instruments, Inc.
401-658-3404
scott@ricksmusicalinstruments.com.

About NAMM
The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) is the not-for-profit association with a mission to strengthen the $17 billion music products industry. NAMM is comprised of approximately 10,300 member companies located in 104 countries. NAMM events and members fund the NAMM Foundation's efforts to promote the pleasures and benefits of music, and advance active participation in music making across the lifespan. For more information about NAMM, please visit www.namm.org, call 800.767.NAMM (6266) or follow the organization on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.