Liz Rose, author of the article, “Inclusion with Integrity”, describes a compelling story about a music teacher who changes one of her students’ lives forever through the use of music. Rose’s article was published in 2005 and printed in General Music Today Journal. Rose’s article displays a heartwarming story about a boy, Sandy, and his successful experience in the school percussion ensemble due to the hard work of his teacher, Julie. Sandy, a young boy with Asperger’s Disorder, wanted to play in Julie’s 7th and 8th grade percussion ensemble, though Julies knew this would mean some challenges ahead, she welcomed Sandy into the class with open arms. Both Sandy and Julie faced challenges through the class; however, ultimately the final outcome
