James Burton provides guitars to Students

James Burton Provides Guitars to Students

The famed guitarist, who's played with Elvis Presley, Roy Orbison, Emmylou Harris, Merle Haggard, John Denver and Ricky Nelson, was handing out guitars to school children Tuesday.

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame guitarist James Burton was at North Highlands Elementary in Shreveport today to present new guitars to children as part of the new Little Kids Rock! program.

Some researchers say there is a connection between academics, music and self-esteem.

Burton's foundation this year plans to give guitars to children at 23 Caddo schools to help them become better students.

Burton worked with music teachers this summer to get them ready for Little Kids Rock!


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