Pool Barn hosts outdoor piano concert
An All-American-themed outdoor piano concert and recital was held Saturday, May 12 at the Pool Barn on Route 321 near Mowrystown.
The evening started with the singing of "The Star-Spangled Banner" by Pastor Michael Tripp.
The theme this year was "All-American" so all the songs were either patriotic or or American folk songs and the performers dressed in festive red, white, and blue.
In the middle of the program, there was a recognition of all of the veterans who were present. Veterans were honored with performances of the theme songs from each branch of the military.
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There were three piano trios and incorporated other instruments – whistle, bells, guitar, and mandolin. Guests enjoyed a picnic on the hillside through the performance, a dessert contest, and volleyball and softball afterward.
It was a lively and exciting atmosphere. Awards were given to the top five students who practiced the most throughout the year: Lilian Cumberledge (Excellence in Dedication trophy), Rachel Brandyberry, Elijah Brandyberry, Abby Gross, and Keturah Tripp (runners-up received music medallions).
Also, a special award (ring) was presented to Brianna Bourne for completing the Faber and Faber curriculum.
The instructor was Hannah Brinker and students and performers included: Megan Bailey, Logan Bourne, Brianna Bourne, Shaina Bourne, Katie Brinker, Esther Brinker, Abby Brinker, Lilian Cumberledge, Abby Gross, Bethany Hall, Jennah Lomske, LeAnna Lomske, April Michael, Katie Setty, Keturah Tripp, and Lydia Tripp.
(Performers not present due to illness or other reasons: Emily, Elijah, Noah, Rachel, and Hannah Brandyberry, and Lauren Greene.)