Phoenix Student Musicians Perform Spring Concert

by Submitted article | June 7, 2017 11:12 am

PHOENIX – Emerson J. Dillon Middle School student musicians recently showcased their progress and talents during their final concert of the school year.

The seventh and eighth grade chorus and band students performed a full lineup of songs featuring several soloists as well as group numbers.

Under the direction of Shirley Kelly, the full chorus sang “Africa” and “Blackbird” before combining for a moving performance of “Put a Little Love in Your Heart.”

Featured singers and soloists for the evening were Isabella Allen, Garrett Strang, Larissa MacDonald, Jayde Jacobson, Olivia Snyder, Gabriella Payne, Keaton Renfrew, Ashleigh Besaw, Aiden Trumble and Angel Barrows.

Following the chorus performance, the band took the stage for a medley of songs under the direction of Dave Frateschi.

Songs included “Midnight Escape,” “Cake by the Ocean,” and “Fate of the Gods,” among others.

Soloists were Chloe Calkins, Lily Roberts and Aidan Trumble.

Frateschi noted that the student musicians had many accomplishments throughout the school year, ranging from New York State School Music Association awards to New York State Band Director’s Association honors.

“These students have done a great job all year and we’re looking forward to seeing their progress in the future,” he said.

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