american academy, blind, blindness, education, music, ray charles, stevie wonder

An American Academy That Teaches Music to the Blind

AMB is a music academy in California that is pretty unique when compared to other music schools — it is the only academy of music in the U.S. that is completely dedicated to teaching music to blind students. David Pinto, the founder of AMB, has even developed special software to help the students learn music ...

Jessica Kneipp

A young child playing a piano.

Shining a Light on Access and Inclusion

Fifty-one 6-foot lighthouse sculptures on Chicago’s famed North Michigan Avenue will catch the public’s eye and capture their hearts this summer. Millions of visitors will see the diverse art display that asks the question: “How can I be a beacon for access and inclusion for people with disabilities?” Lighthouses on the Mag Mile™ is being presented ...

Monica Song

A display for the visually impaired.