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Tariffs Drive Up Instrument Costs, Threatening School Music Programs
Original: Tariffs Are Making Instruments So Expensive, School Music Programs Are at Risk
Tariffs on imported goods are pushing up the price of musical instruments, and school music programs are feeling the strain. A New York Times report says rising costs for violins, trumpets and other band staples are forcing districts with tight budgets to reconsider whether they can afford to keep instrumental music education running for students.
Why now: New tariff policies are raising import costs, drawing fresh attention to the financial pressure on school music education.
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- Tariffs Are Making Instruments So Expensive, School Music Programs Are at Risk · The New York Times
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