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Teaching Artist in Gaza Turns Sounds of War into Music Learning
02-05-2025
Amid the destruction and despair in Gaza, musicians are creating safe spaces for young people. In this short, inspiring video, a Palestinian singer, oud player, and teaching artist refuses to let the noise of Israeli drones disrupt his music class. In fact, he transforms the sound into a teachable moment for his students.
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