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No drums? No problem! New Orleans kids play on

48 Hours

  • Feb 7, 2014
  • 1:36
  • Short

Four months before The Roots of Music Marching Band started it's very first Mardi Gras parade season, students didn't even have all their instruments. But that didn't stop band founder Derrick Tabb from teaching his young musicians how to play drums. For more, watch "48 Hours Presents: the Whole Gritty City" Saturday, Feb.15 at 9/8c on CBS.

Brief Summary

The episode discusses competition with drug dealers for youth engagement in programs.

Key points

  • Competing with Drug Dealers. A passionate declaration of intent to create a better program for kids.
  • Aiming for Excellence. A commitment to making the best program possible.

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