The Houston Symphony launched a first-of-its-kind music program this year, in partnership with the 5th Ward Cultural Arts District. Over the past few months, students in the 5th Ward learned how to play the violin – and they recently showed off their talent in concert earlier this month. “Sometimes music is thought about as a high art, and actually, when you're working with kids, you can get to really important social skills through music,” Houston Symphony Chief of Education and Community Engagement Pam Blaine explained. More at houstonpublicmedia.org #HouNews #Houston #Music #FifthWard housymphony afatexas 📸: luicoh / Houston Public Media