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Wanted: Used instruments UL Lafayette music professor can donate to Dominican Republic students
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
The University of Louisiana at Lafayetteâs Dr. Benjamin Yates is seeking donated musical instruments he will pass on to students in the Dominican Republic. Yates, an assistant professor and trombonist, will perform with professional orchestras in the Caribbean nation in August.
By: UL Lafayette Office of Communications & Marketing
Posted at 11:55 AM, Mar 17, 2021
and last updated 2021-03-17 12:55:17-04
Dr. Benjamin Yatesâ trombone isnât the only instrument heâll take to the Dominican Republic when he travels to the Caribbean nation to perform with professional orchestras.
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