As a member of the Newark Boys Chorus School, Marshall Alston developed an appreciation for music at a young age. Those of us lucky enough to have picked up a musical instrument at one time or other have felt that mixture of wonder, excitement and bewilderment. Where to start? What to pluck, blow or press? […]
The Benefits of Music Education for Kids
Marshall Alston has always been passionate about music and education as an alumni and board member of the Newark Boys Chorus School. It is no secret that academics are becoming more challenging for both high school and university students alike and parents and scholars are looking for different ways to maximize learning without sacrificing extra […]
More Than Just Music: Half a Century of Educational Excellence | NBCS
Marshall Alston has been a proud board member of the Newark Boys Chorus School for many years helping share and spread their values of music, education, and community. Marshall Alston and NBCS have long been advocates of the benefits of mixing traditional academic subjects with musical training. Young people who become adept at making music of any […]