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Metropolitan Vocational High School, New York, N.Y. ca. July 1947. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
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Metropolitan Vocational High School, New York, N.Y. ca. July 1947. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Metropolitan Vocational High School, New York, N.Y. ca. July 1947
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Bill Gottlieb Educator Ethnicity Gottlieb William P Gottlieb William Paul High School Learning Lesson Metropolitan Vocational High School Mixed Race Group Music Lesson Music School Pianist Piano Piano Player School Student Teacher Teaching Vocational Vocational Education William P Gottlieb William Paul Gottlieb
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This photograph, taken by renowned American photographer William Paul Gottlieb in July 1947, captures a moment of learning and camaraderie at Metropolitan Vocational High School in New York City. The image features a diverse group of students, both African American and Caucasian, seated in a music classroom. The students are intently focused on their music lessons, with some playing various musical instruments, including a piano, saxophone, and clarinet. The teacher, also present in the room, observes the students with a watchful eye, providing guidance and instruction. The scene exudes a sense of dedication and passion for music, as well as the importance of education in fostering creativity and personal growth. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the rich cultural heritage and diversity of America during the 1940s, and the role that schools like Metropolitan Vocational High School played in shaping the lives of young people. This image, now part of the Library of Congress collection, is a testament to the enduring power of music and education to bring people together and inspire future generations.
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