Keep the lines of communication open! This helpful resource for busy music teachers includes 24 sample letters to parents, teachers, administrators and community leaders on topics specific to K-8 choral and classroommusic. Created by music advocate Dr. Tim Lautzenheiser and elementary m usic specialist and composer Cristi Miller, all the letters are includedin book form and on an enclosed CD-ROM for downloading and personalizin g as needed. Also included are helpful hints on using the book, creativeways to use the letters, and a wealth of related links and resources. T opics include: The Importance of Parental Support, Music and Discipline, The Value of Music Beyond Performance, Motivation, Being Part of a Musical Community, Parent Talent Bank, Special Unit Study, Field Trip, Concert Etiquette and much more! For Grades K-8.