A continuing debate in the field of education asks whether music should be taught as a separate discipline, having value in and of itself, or in conjunction with other subjects, valued only to the extent that it complements the learning of other material. Many contend that music is a frill and that its inclusion in a high school curriculum can be justified only to the degree that it enhances learning in general and raises standardized test scores in more "highly valued" areas (math, English, science, and social studies). When the economic situation of a locally regulated school district creates hardships, music and art programs are usually the first to be cut. This article discusses how music and social studies have many natural connections that teachers can use to enhance learning in both subjects. Included is a list of online lesson plans and 15 notes.