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May 1, 2024

Student musicians perform at last Classical Me of the year

Music filled the halls of St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church last Saturday as students performed in the last Classical Me concert of the year.

Senior Alex Rosen performs in Classical Me April 30 at St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church. Music teacher Terry Alvey helped launch the biannual concerts three years ago. Photo by Deanna Segall.

There are usually two Classical Me concerts, or”classical Coffeehouses,” per year, but Saturday’s show was the biggest one yet, with 20 acts in the program. The concert features musicians of all types, including those in voice, string and band.

Junior Gabe Slesinger, who plays trumpet, started off the show strong at 7 p.m. with a dramatic, yet graceful, piece on the trumpet.

The night continued with students filling the church’s open space with pieces from prominent composers, such as Beethoven, Mozart and Debussy.

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Senior Andrew Wyner played one of the most memorable pieces of the evening on flute by imitating the sounds of a train in a piece called “The Great Train Race.” His impressive technique and light air offered a comedic touch to the performance, which the audience seemed to love.

Juniors Lizzie Bartlett and Kenny Wesley perform at Classical Me April 30. The concert welcomes all student musicians. Photo by Deanna Segall.

A real crowd-pleaser was junior Lizzie Bartlett, who performed twice, in a duet with junior Kenny Wesley and in another duet with junior Grace Laboy. Both of her performances were enjoyable and showcased her strong voice.

There was no better way to end the concert than on a high-note with Clara McCreery, who gave a beautiful and well-rehearsed performance on the violin of a Bach piece.

Music teacher Terry Alvey, who helped start Classical Me concerts three years ago, credits the program for its inclusiveness toward all musicians.

“It just gives kids an opportunity to perform,” she said.

Juniors Lizzie Bartlett and Grace Laboy

Senior Andrew Wyner on flute

Senior Clara McCreery on violin

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