How music fostered a community’s desire for economic growth | Jeffrey Silberschlag | TEDxGreatMills

Music and art can foster economic growth and community development: an example from one rural community’s aspiration. Jeffrey Silberschlag is distinguished in the world of music, performing as a conductor and trumpet soloist throughout Europe, the United States, Russia, China, Japan, and Israel. His performances have been described as "compelling" by Germany's Kölnishce Rundschau; "extraordinary" by Italy's L'Arena; and "outstanding" by Fanfare magazine. Jeff is the music director and conductor of the Chesapeake Orchestra and River Concert Series and co-director of the Alba spring festival. He received the Prize for Artistic and Cultural Activities from the European Union of the Arts for his lifetime achievement as a conductor and trumpeter. He serves as artistic director and head of music at St. Mary's College of Maryland and is the Steven Muller Distinguished Professor in the Arts. He is director of St. Mary’s College Alba, Italy program and has created a partnership between the College and the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama. He is an artist-in-residence with the Maryland Youth Symphony. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx