By: les6216 on 5/8/07
Quality of Life indicators are more than places to shop and eat. When considering an area for relocation, aspects such as education, cultural arts, and recreation are high on people's list. For instance, when our family relocated from Memphis to Murfreesboro, we immediately obtained symphony tickets, were thrilled with the Choral Society's performances ("Carmina Burana" stands out), and were happy to know that even though the city was smaller than Memphis, there were still plenty of cultural arts activities available to our family. Although we have not been season ticket holders every year due to family conflicts, we try to contribute and support this valuable part of our community's landscape. When a community symphony is present, there are greater opportunities for children to be exposed to different types of music and this broadens their horizons. There are opportunities to let children hear music other than popular styles and let them value music that has been playes for centuries. A symphony signifies a community's interest in education & musical history, and I sincerely hope that we will be able to keep this valuable asset.
Leslie & Mark Akins