2012 Sault Ste Marie Music Festival

H. Lawrence in action at St. Luke's Cathedral

A. Stevens with her festival certificate

Congratulations to students H. Lawrence and A. Stevens who performed successfully in the Sault Ste. Marie Music Festival this past weekend.  H. Lawrence played Spooks by Clifford Poole, and A. Stevens played Forest Drums by Faber & Faber.  The adjudicator commended both girls for their expressive playing and both pianists said that they enjoyed the experience and hope to play again next year.  The S.S.M. Music Festival is a great opportunity for young musicians to gain performance experience and to get outside feedback on their skills.  This year's adjudicator in the piano division, Marlene Finn, gave very encouraging and constructive comments to the participants and worked right at the piano with each individual.  It was a valuable learning experience for both the students and teachers!
And this just in:
This afternoon the festival scholarship winners were announced, and A. Stevens was awarded the $25.00 Helbling Piano Workshop Scholarship for her performance.  We are all very proud of her!  Congratulations!