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Sound recording
White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-088-003
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s welcome address on the South Lawn of the White House to a youth orchestra from greater Boston and the Breckinridge Choir from Texas at the third in a series of musical programs for children organized by First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy. In his speech President Kennedy discusses the important role of arts in children’s lives, and describes the display of musical talent as a source of national pride.
Sound recording
White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-117-003
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at a concert by the National High School Symphony Orchestra of the National Music Camp of Interlochen, Michigan held on the White House South Lawn. In his speech President Kennedy congratulates the performers on their musical achievements, and discusses the importance of the arts in American society.
Sound recording
White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-177-006
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks of welcome to the Berea College dance troupe and the Central Kentucky Youth Symphony Orchestra at the sixth in a series of musical programs organized by First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy for children held on the South Lawn of the White House. In his speech the President discusses the importance of encouraging arts and cultural programs for children.
Sound recording
White House Audio Collection
JFKWHA-047-007
Sound recording of President John F. Kennedy’s remarks at a concert for handicapped children performed by the Transylvania Symphony Orchestra on the White House lawn. This performance was the first of a series of concerts of children performing music for other children organized by First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy.