In September, Westmont and the Santa Barbara Symphony announced a strategic partnership to collaborate musically and enhance music education for local youth. Nir Kabaretti, music and artistic director of the Santa Barbara Symphony, expressed appreciation for the initiative. “I would like to thank my colleague Michael Shasberger and his team at Westmont for collaborating on this unique model that will enable us to connect the different phases of music education, from elementary school students up to college students, with our professional symphony. Westmont’s academic expertise will enrich the symphony’s youth ensembles with a well-designed curriculum to strengthen their experience and musical knowledge and develop their curiosity and creativity, which will help them in anything they choose to do in life.” 1 Column Content Background Color White Ali...