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Which Way, L.A.?

Arts Education and the Economy

Cutting back on music and arts education has often been justified in favor of reading, writing and math, which are all said to be more relevant to future employment. In Southern California, that argument is now less convincing than ever. A new study shows that the local economy is now dominated by the creative industries.

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By Warren Olney • Mar 2, 2007 • 30m Listen

Cutting back on music and arts education has often been justified in favor of reading, writing and math, which are all said to be more relevant to future employment. In Southern California, that argument is now less convincing than ever. A new study shows that the local economy is now dominated by the creative industries.

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    Warren Olney

    former KCRW broadcaster

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    Vanessa Romo

    LA School Report

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