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Grant Boosts Band Program at Lafayette | Lexington News
Lafayette High’s band director Dee Bishop is set to receive a $10,000 grant from the Manilow Music Project—just before Barry Manilow’s final concert in Lexington. With over 26 years at Lafayette and nearly 300 students under his guidance, Bishop champions music as a lifelong skill and joy, not just a performance. The grant will fund new instruments, addressing critical budget gaps that limit student access. Bishop credits his school’s strong support for the award, and he’ll be honored privately with Manilow before taking center stage during the concert—a powerful moment for music education…
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