Wednesday, June 4, 4-6 p.m., Salmonberry School
— from Paul Freedman —
Salmonberry School invites the Orcas Island Community to an all-ages family music event, potluck dinner and open house on Wednesday, June 4 from 4-6 PM. All are welcome and encouraged to bring an instrument or just your voice, a potluck item to share, and a joyful spirit.
Music Educator and Teacher, Tom Rawson, just returned from the Seattle Folk Life Festival will lead some folk songs on banjo and guitar. Local singer, songwriter and recording artist, Mandy Troxel will add her sweet voice and guitar, and a song or two from her latest CD, and Salmonberry students will help out with their ukuleles. We’ll enjoy some drumming and percussion as well in this musical celebration of spring.
Salmonberry’s classrooms will also be open and teachers and staff will be on hand to show visitors around, explain their programs and answer any questions folks might have. This event is a great opportunity to enjoy a fun evening out with the kids, meet some new friends and see what all the buzz is about at Salmonberry School.
“I’m so proud of our Music program at Salmonberry. There’s so much research now that documents the power of music education and the powerful affect it has on kids’ brain development and capacity to learn.” said Paul Freedman, Salmonberry’s Program Director. “But primarily, music is for is for sharing. It brings folks together, and makes us smile and laugh. It breaks down barriers and inhibitions. The Salmonberry community looks forward to meeting new friends and welcoming anyone with a voice and hands to sing and clap along.”
