b'what is music generation? music generation is a wonderful opportunity to ensurethat the next generation is a musical generation. irelands national music education programme, initiated by music network and funded by u2 and the ireland funds togetherwith local music education partnerships is helping over 15,000 children and young peopleaccess performance music education in their own locality. employment opportunities havebeen created for over 120 people. u2 has donated 5 million and the ireland funds have raised another 2 million in support of music generation. irelands department of education and skills has committedto developing and sustaining music education partnerships in future years once the ve-year philanthropic commitment of u2 and the ireland funds comes to its conclusion.this committment is a terric example of the power of philanthropy delivering a programfor the public good.music education for children across irelandU2s The Edge and Bono with Music Generation students.connect2014 | 48'