The library is thrilled to host, for the fourth consecutive year, our own Merrick students in a musical salute to our neighborhood.
The Town of Hempstead, through the auspices of Angie Cullen, will provide the Showmobile for this evening’s outdoor performance. This year’s participants are representative of our district’s excellent music program.
The North Merrick Jazz Band, 52 selected students strong, is under the direction of Mrs. Peggy Rakas and Mr. Andrew Brunson. They will be performing many styles, from big band, jazz and rock as well as classic rock and jazz.
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Word of Mouth is the highly selective Middle School a cappella (without accompaniment) group directed by Mrs. Dana Brandwein. Singing a minimum of four part harmony, they will present songs by Billy Joel, U2, Stevie Wonder and others.
The Calhoun-Mepham Chamber Orchestra is an advanced string group, along with the addition of some exceptional musicians from the Middle School, under the baton of Mr. Christopher Sutherland. Their performance will include the beloved classic, Shenandoah, and works by Herrmann and Fiorillo featuring two string solos.
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The Calhoun Jazz Band, a select group of musicians, grades 9-12, under the direction of Mr. Ed Tumminell, performs a
wide variety of jazz, funk, swing, blues and fusion style. They have competed successfully throughout the east coast. This year’s program will include music by Earth, Wind and Fire; Benny Goodman and Louis Prima.
