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2022
Annual recital
Featuring our phenomenal students and graduating seniors!
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Welcome . . .
2022 Annual Recital
of our
exceptionally talented students!
Welcome to Cornerstone Music Studios' 15th Annual Recital!
The fresh landscape of our 2022 Annual Recital certainly looks much different than it did
this time last year. Returning in-person with our families and friends to this sacred
performance space at St. Peter's is truly a blessing!
All of us have our own unique story to tell from the unexpected ways returning to "normal" living
has affected us. We believe, however, that the best story of all is told through our students' musical
achievements and how we worked together to keep our music vital, our community relevant,
and our studio culture robust. Through it all, thank you for your continued support as
Cornerstone Music Studios has remained committed to our high music education standards.
Our devoted students develop a varied range of skills as their talent unfolds: technique, interpretive
independence, sight-reading, aural and acting skills, theory and performance etiquette.
Of course, there are no shortcuts! The honing of these skills requires discipline, perseverance,
a great attitude and hard work.
Thank you always for your confidence in us to provide our students with a creative and
supportive environment. Nurturing each student to achieve their potential, both personally and
musically, brings us tremendous joy! Cornerstone Music Studios is as much about helping each student
reach their music potential, as we are about achieving personal goals.
It is evident that your decision to support your child’s pursuit of their musical study at
Cornerstone Music Studios plays a significant role in their commitment to their journey.
“Bravo!” to all parents for your commitment to your child’s pursuit of musical excellence!
On behalf of the entire faculty and staff, we applaud our immensely talented students
today and humbly welcome you to our Annual Recital!
With sincerest gratitude for your trust and support,
Founder & Director
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. . . A few notes
To ensure that each student has the best recital
experience possible, please take a moment to read
the following information:
In an effort to “go green” a PDF copy of the program will be available
on our website, www.cornerstonemusicstudios.com and QR code.
Please note that all recitals are being filmed.
You are welcome to video tape your child’s performance, but please
remain seated and keep the aisles completely clear. Flash photography
is prohibited.
Please turn off all electronic devices before the start of each recital.
Two sets of restrooms are located in the adjacent building (the Parish
House). Please exit through the doors located to the right of the stage
and go directly to your left. There are also restrooms in the main Parish
House entrance. Please wait to exit and return between performers or
after the recital has ended.
No smoking is allowed anywhere on the church campus.
Please give each performer your undivided attention honoring their
commitment, hard work, and dedication!
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Make a difference . . .
“Give freely without begrudging it, and the Lord your God
Each year, Cornerstone Music Studios identifies organizations that make a difference in the lives of
people locally or globally. Since 2008, through our families’ generosity, we have raised and donated
over $9,500 to such charities as the Gulf Relief Foundation, Music for Relief, St. Peter’s, AUSA
donations to Soldiers, The Songbird’s Gift, ROCK.Out.Loud, American Boychoir School and All
Hands Disaster Relief to help those in need over the years.
This year, two charitable organizations have been identified to benefit from our free will offering
during the Annual Recital weekend: St. Peter’s Church and United Help Ukraine. Each is a unique
organization bringing joy to the lives of individuals through the gift of music fellowship, stewardship
and ministry.
Our Annual Recital is a perfect opportunity to heighten awareness of the abundant blessings in our
lives. It is enlightening to consider others in different circumstances by identifying a worthwhile
charity in celebration of the music provided by our students. We continue to be humbled by your
generosity and giving spirit! Ushers will pass baskets at the conclusion of each recital.
Cash or check donations will be gratefully accepted.
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. . . We are
Cornerstone Music Studios at Millstone provides quality music instruction in a professional, friendly, and
nurturing environment to students of all ages, fostering their musical development and confidence and cultivating
a passion for music. As a community-oriented studio, Cornerstone Music Studios aspires to promote the positive
values of music by bringing families, neighbors, and friends together to inspire all to embrace the gift of music and
make all feel as though they are a part of something especially remarkable!
Nurturing your aspiring musicians brings us immense joy.
We are grateful to you for entrusting your children’s musical journey with us!
Senior Faculty
Annie Bryson, piano, voice
Melissa Fajardo, piano, voice
Daniel Kochersberger, saxophone, clarinet, Jazz Ensemble
Jane Labban, piano, Pre-Piano Class
Dylan Lloyd, guitar, piano, ukulele, voice, cello, Rock Band, Guitar, Classes, Sound Recording Engineer
Shane Tapley, voice, piano
Faculty & Staff
Rachel Ciani, acting
Greg DeLuca, piano, woodwind, brass instruments
Greg Federico, piano, percussion, theory
Nick Giunta, voice, piano, clarinet, language, Arts Admin. Coordinator
Joe Gullace, theory, trumpet
Ruotao Mao, violin, viola, String Ensemble
Alexander Mason, composition, flute, piano, voice
Christie Mitchell, Arts Administration Assistant
Brit Montoro, collaborative pianist, organ, piano, voice, theory
Arielle Rabano, flute, piano, voice
Kristin Schenk, piano, voice, ukulele
Danyel Shiflet, voice, piano, ukulele, Mini Music Makers, Storybook Theatre, Arts Admin. Manager
Mike Wells, guitar, mandolin, voice
Isabel Wittman, piano, voice, ukulele
Laura Hines Wittman, piano, Founder & Director, Mini Music Makers
. . . gratitude
A world of thanks and heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated Senior Recital and Annual Recital team for their
tireless effort in the planning, preparation, and execution of this year’s fantastic program!
ANNIE BRYSON, HANNAH CUFFARI, JOE CUFFARI, PAUL CUFFARI, NICHOLAS GIUNTA , JOANN
KABA, MEAGAN KABA, D YLAN L LOYD, CHRISTIE MITCHELL , P ATTY N EWMAN,
BRIT MONTORO, DANYEL S HIFLET , LYNNE STOKES, LAURA HINES WITTMAN, ANGELA WYRICK
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Senior Awards . . .
The purpose of the following awards is to honor our graduating seniors of distinction. These students are
nominated and selected by Cornerstone Music Studios faculty and staff. Each award, with a monetary gift
attachment, is special. A sincere note of thanks is offered to Joe, Hannah and Paul Cuffari for joining Laura
Hines Wittman in developing our unique recognition for students who have “grown up” with us at
Cornerstone Music Studios.
Cornerstone Music Studios
Inspiration Award
The Cornerstone Music Studios Inspiration
Award recognizes a graduating senior who has
demonstrated exceptional musical creativity and
achievement and who has made an outstanding
contribution to the musical life at Cornerstone Music
Studios through performance, study, composition,
and/or group leadership.
circa 2007
Lori Wells Cuffari
Spirit of Music Award
The Lori Wells Cuffari Spirit of Music Award is presented
annually to a graduating senior whose performance
in voice is of distinguished quality and who will be
pursuing a degree in college while furthering their passion for
music in their communities and personal lives.
circa 2016
Melinda Dianne Hines Brodman
Humanitarian Award
The Melinda Dianne Hines Brodman Humanitarian
Award is presented annually to an outstanding
graduating senior student of any instrument who
embodies the essence of compassion and empathy
for others, always encouraging and uplifting,
nurturing harmony, making the best of difficult
times, and promoting a team spirit, both at
Cornerstone Music Studios and in the community.
circa 1981
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. . . Bravo
Awards are presented to students who have accomplished the following
achievements in their area of music education at Cornerstone Music Studios.
Participation in the 2022 Annual Recital of Cornerstone Music Studios.
Student is a graduating Senior at Cornerstone Music Studios.
Emma Bogusz, Courtney Burden, April Donnelly, Sydney Eber,
Lorelai Hilarczyk, Lara Koppel, Cassandra Leach, Briana San Philips,
Cira Shaw, Christopher Skelton, Timothy Skelton, and Olivia Stauder
Student has completed 5 consecutive years of study at Cornerstone Music Studios.
Delilah Abbate, Luca Castronovo, Grayson Guterl, Rachel Levitt,
Matthew Levitt, Rebecca Rubinstein, Isabelle Serio, Michael Serio,
Adam Severino, Joshua Sullivan
Student has completed 10 or more consecutive years of study at Cornerstone Music Studios.
Abhilash Bodala (11), Anirudh Bodala (10),
Ryan Bailey (10), Jack Saker (10)
Congratulations to our 2021—2022 Student of the Week Students!
Michael Accardi, Kate Archbald, Raunak Aurora, Ryan Bailey,
Gabriella Besignano, Durga Bodala, Alyssa Bolshtyansky, Daniel Cutinho,
Rhema Daniel, Haley DeCaro, Matthew Delgado, Layla Francisco, Shara Jaj,
Mikayla Marschner, Lucy Niemi, Leo Ottrando, Marilyn Owusu,
Cosima Petrillo, Loukia Petrillo, Amelie Petrillo, Rebecca Rubinstein,
Anthony Scarpa, Isabelle Serio, Adam Severino, Joshua Sullivan,
Sophia Volochay, Amy Warsaw, Eliana Winters
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Bravo . . .
This year we congratulate our individual students at Cornerstone Music Studios for their year-long
accomplishments in their private lessons! Each of our students have been
selected to receive a special award and personally chosen by their teachers.
The following awards are: Attendance, Punctuality, Practice, Preparedness, Discipline, Rookie of the
Year (someone who just started this year!), Survivor (someone who stuck it out during hard times
whether personally or musically), Performance, Composition, Most Inventive, Out of your Shell, and
Tenacious Spirit.
Attendance: Raunak Aurora, Michael Hynes, Jai Patel, Timothy Skelton
Composition: Blake Brady, Lydon Giske
Discipline: Madison Adamcik, William Alsager, Layla Francisco, Isabella Genna, Alison Karmazin,
Anushka Patankar, Anik Patel, Jack Saker, Samantha Shearer, Amelia Stolc
Most Inventive: Ryan Bailey, Anirudh Bodala, Fiona Hennessy, Micah Mamotyuk, Marilyn Owusu,
Sophia Volochay
Out of your Shell: Kate Archbald, Isabelle Serio, Jayden Shanabrook, Sahasra Singirappa
Performance: Emilie Apollonsky, Surya Ashish, Abhilash Bodala, Alyssa Bolshtyansky,
Francesco Castronovo, Shane Fretz, Jackson Graye, Nathan Hauser, SharaJaj, Sameer Khemchandani,
Rachel Levitt, Patrick McNamara, Eva Nisenzon, Johnny Petrillo, Rebecca Rubinstein,
Noelle Schaneman, Rishi Somani, Joshua Sullivan, Arnav Vasa, Amy Warsaw
Practice: Kyra Andre, Viraaj Aurora, Aaroosh Bhow, Ethan Cutinho, Rhema Daniel, Alexa DeCaro,
Haley DeCaro, Anna DePinho, Lily Laszlo, Ellie Mamotyuk, Aiden Marino, Mikayla Marschner, Erin
McCabe, Zoe Strader
Preparedness: Ryan Bailey, Daniel Cutinho, Rhema Daniel, Haley DeCaro, Sydney Eber, Grayson Guterl,
Emma Hoffman, Nicholas Laszlo, Jamyah Leemow, Marilyn Owusu, Amelie Petrillo, Loukia Petrillo,
Savannah Shanabrook, Eliana Winters, Danya Winters
Punctuality: Daniel Apollonsky, Eva Nisenzon, Krish Patel, Michael Serio
Rookie of the Year: Kiara Bhargava, Bella Crivello, Ryan Daniel, Tommaso Intravaia, Azaria Madeam,
Valentina Matlese, Matthew Mikros, Reena Patel, Cosima Petrillo, Amelie Petrillo, Philip Petrovsky,
Victoria Severino, Manik Singh, Jiya Singh, Jack Stevens, Hailey Talamo
Survivor: Mia Bertone, Bella Dutka, Jack Saker
Tenacious Spirit: Delilah Abbate, Dean Alvarado, Daniel Apollonsky, Brennan Caldwell,
Luca Castronovo, Julia Grau, Joseph Grinshpun, Matteo Intravaia, EmilyKarmazin, Jaleah Leemow,
Matthew Levitt, Mia Mamotyuk, Giovanni Mandreucci, Leo Ottrando, Arya Patel, Connor Paulmenn,
Mariana Ramirez, Rachel Rozen, Jack Saker, Adam Severino, Arianna Shanabrook, Amanda Shearer,
Alexandria Stanley, Bridget Stemmler, Sebastien Stolc
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. . . Senior Recital
2022
Senior Recital
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Senior Recital . . .
Dear Seniors,
Bravo! It is with heartfelt joy and immense pride that I congratulate each of you
for your tremendous accomplishment of high school graduation and the pursuit of
a college education. It comes as no surprise that each of you has achieved such
remarkable milestones; you possess the drive and determination of musicians!
Your discipline and tenacious spirit have undoubtedly been cultivated by the
commitment to and passion for your music education. Continue to dedicate your
lives to sharing your inner song and your path will be richly blessed. Thank you
for your inspiration!
Laura Hines Wittman
Congratulations
to our
graduating seniors!
To our Dedicated and Proud Parents:
This comes to you with overwhelming gratitude and congratulations
for the musical strides and personal achievements of your children!
Trish & Chris Bogusz Jillian & Andrew Koppel
Colleen & Jim Burden Catherine & Stephen Leach
Jackie & Glenn Donnelly Lucy & Ed San Philips
Sharon & Scott Eber Susanne & Chris Shaw
Stefanie & Timothy Hilarcyzk Theresa & Jeffrey Skelton
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Friday, June 3rd - 5:00pM
Before He Cheats Tompkins, Kear
She Used to be Mine from Waitress Bareilles
Lorelai Hilarczyk, voice
Studio of Shane Tapley
Sonata II Op. 65 I. Grave II. Adagio III. Allegro Maestoso e Vivace Felix Mendelssohn
Christopher Skelton, organ
Studio of Brit Montoro
More Hearts Than Mine Ellis, Southerland,
Andreas
Jolene Parton
April Donnelly, voice
Studio of Shane Tapley
When He Sees Me from Waitress Bareilles
If I Love You from Carousel Rodgers, Hammerstein
Cira Shaw, voice
Studio of Annie Bryson
Claire de lune Debussy
Claire de lune Verlaine
Courtney Burden, piano, French poem
Studio of Laura Hines Wittman & Nicholas Giunta
The View From Here from Darling Oliver
Moonfall from The Mystery of Edwin Drood Holmes
Briana San Philips, voice
Studio of Shane Tapley
Can’t Help Falling In Love Weiss, Peretti, Creatore
Wake Me Up When September Ends Armstrong
Cassandra Leach, classical guitar, electric guitar
Studio of Dylan Lloyd
Will You? from Grey Gardens Franker, Korie
Everything Changes from Waitress Bareilles
Emma Bogusz, voice
Studio of Shane Tapley
A Soft Place to Land from Waitress Bareilles
Emma Bogusz, Briana San Philips, Cira Shaw, voice trio
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Graduating Seniors . . .
Emma Bogusz
Emma has been taking lessons at
Cornerstone Music Studios for 7
years now. She takes voice and
piano lessons with Shane Tapley,
who has helped her find her
confidence as a singer and has filled
every lesson with endless laughter.
Emma will be attending Emerson
College in Boston as a journalism
major. She hopes to always keep
music in her life, as singing has
brought her some of her favorite
people.
Dear Emma,
We are so proud of all of your work- in school, in the theatre and in your music lessons. From the first
time you stood at a Cornerstone recital and from your tiny frame, we heard you sing the song "Quiet,"
your family realized you had the ability to reach our hearts through song. Thank you for always being
you- happy, kind and amazing. Go do good things at Emerson and pursue Journalism, but do not forget
your love of music- you need it as much as the world deserves to hear it.
Love,
Mom, Dad, and Laney
Emma!
What a pleasure it has been teaching you and watching you grow into such a talented individual! I
hope that you take the skills that you’ve learned at Cornerstone Music Studios with you everywhere
and continue to sing always. You are going to thrive up there in Boston and I can’t wait to see the
amazing things in store for you. Thank you for the laughs, the dedication to your craft, the beautiful
music, and for always helping me remember that April Fools Day is actually on April 1. Good luck!
Love,
Shane &
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. . . Graduating Seniors
Courtney Burden
Courtney has been studying piano at
Cornerstone Music Studios for 11 years
and French for a year and a half. Next
year she plans on studying International
Affairs at Vesalius College in Brussels,
Belgium. Her life goal is to travel the
world and to help people in need. She
also loves learning languages and plans to
continue her French studies, as well as
German and Dutch, while living in
Europe. Cornerstone Music Studios has
been a staple in her life for many years
Courtney,
We have marveled at your musical journey, Courtney! From your first days with Ms. Megan, to Ms.
Colleen, and beyond, your musical development at Cornerstone has been a delight to watch. Keep the
music alive throughout your life! You continue to make us proud each day.
Love,
Dad, Mom and Rafferty
Dear Courtney,
I am so proud of how far you have come with your French studies the past year and a half! It has been such a pleasure
working with you, and I am SO excited for your next steps! You are incredibly talented and hardworking, and I look
forward to seeing your bright future unfold. Godspeed, Courtney!
~Nick
Courtney,
I am beyond proud of the principled, intelligent and courageous young woman you are! What started out over 11 years
ago (and 5 teachers later at Cornerstone Music Studios!) has evolved into a trusted and special bond. Your positive attitude
and steady perseverance are your superpowers ~ you are not only a high achiever, but also an independent and
adventurous spirit with a kind and gentle manner.
The development of your musicality over the years is no accident! Your tenacity and genuine interest in music, travel, and
special loyalty to Cornerstone Music Studios are evidence of your passion to excel and blossom. Spending your final months
at Cornerstone Music Studios with me as your piano teacher is in many ways the "pièce de résistance", the most
memorable accomplishment of your tenure here!
Courtney, I believe abundant blessings await you as you study International Affairs at Vesalius College in Brussels, Belgium
in the fall. Keep building on your truth, poise and style! Although who you will become tomorrow, Courtney, is so specific
and perhaps slightly unforeseeable, you will need every bit of today’s lessons to become her! May God bless you and keep
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Love,
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Graduating Seniors . . .
April Donnelly
April has been attending Cornerstone Music
Studios for 11 years and studied voice, piano,
and guitar. She took guitar, voice and piano
from ages 7-11 and then continued her studies
at Cornerstone Music Studios with just voice.
April has enjoyed her years here at
Cornerstone Music Studios and not only
developed a relationship with her peers but
has grown to look at them as family. She will
miss her time here at Cornerstone Music
Studios but she will remember all the
memories she made here and lessons learned
that will help guide her through her life as she
moves on to achieve all of her future
endeavors. She wants to thank everyone at
Cornerstone Music Studios for helping her
achieve her goals in her musical career.
To my Dearest April ~ My number 3, the youngest of the pride. This comes with tremendous responsibility being
the youngest child. Believe me I know; you will always be living your life trying to prove yourself to your elder
siblings and trying to earn their favor and respect, all while learning from their mistakes. It's complicated, but
that's why God saves the best for last. It's always tough and sometimes stressful. But you are growing into an
amazing young lady, and that's why you are so special. The road ahead will be amazing, stressful, challenging,
and sometimes scary. But life is best served when it is lived fully. Never give into your fears, always be kind and
work hard.
Always remember to have the "glass is always half full" attitude.
Always remember Dad and Mom will always love you.
And above all, always remember that you are a Donnelly and you are here to represent us.
April,
it seems like only yesterday that you were just a child walking into my studio. I can’t believe that
Cornerstone Music Studios has actually watched you grow from a child to an adult. I have enjoyed
seeing you progress and turn into such a hilarious and kind person. Thank you for keeping my country
music knowledge going strong and for being willing to try new vocal techniques. Good luck in New
Hampshire and keep singing!!!
Love,
Shane &
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. . . Graduating Seniors
Sydney Eber
Sydney has been at Cornerstone Music
Studios since fifth grade taking voice lessons
with Annie. She has also done some acting
classes and guitar lessons throughout, and
volunteered at Rock.Out.Loud for a while.
She looks forward to her lessons each week
and enjoys choosing songs she loves to
perform in recitals like this one! Next year
she plans on attending UMass Amherst, and
is majoring in communication disorders to
study speech pathology. She would like to
thank Annie, Laura, Danyel, and all of the
Cornerstone Music Studios’ faculty for
making her time here so memorable. She is
going to miss it so much!
Dear Sydney,
Your poise and confidence while performing has always amazed us! We are so proud of your passion
and dedication to voice as well as your volunteer work at Rock Out Loud ever since you were a little
girl. We know you will always have a place in your heart for Cornerstone and your special bond with
Annie. We are so excited to see what your future holds!
Love,
Mom, Dad, and Josh
Sydney,
Congratulations on graduating! It is hard to believe that you started singing with me at Cornerstone as
a young middle schooler and now you are off to UMass. I have loved working with you and watching
you grow up. I hope that you keep music and singing as a part of your life.
Love,
Annie
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Graduating Seniors . . .
Lorelai Hilarzyck
Lorelai Hilarczyk has been a part of
Cornerstone Music Studios since 7th grade.
She has greatly enjoyed her time here and
wishes it could last forever and ever. She is
going to Monmouth University in the fall,
majoring in Journalism and minoring in
Musical Theatre. She wants to thank
everyone who has been a part of her
musical journey for making her the
performer and person she is today.
To our dearest Lorelai:
We are so overjoyed to be able to say we get to watch your growth! When you first began at
Cornerstone, you were a timid 8th grader just making her way. Over the last year you have blossomed
into this beautiful butterfly, filled with bright colors in full wonder of what else the world has in store
for you. You not only have a voice that can sing, you also grew into a voice of strength and courage.
No matter where your life leads you remember you are filled with music. Lean on it always for it will
lead you no matter where you go! We love you more!
Love,
Mom, Dad and Timmy
Lorelai!
Your dedication to singing is inspiring and your eagerness to find opportunities is unparalleled. I’ve had
so much fun working with you and hearing some of the amazing capabilities that your voice has!
Thank you for trying new genres, discovering new music for yourself, and being one of Cornerstone
Music Studios’ biggest cheerleaders! Keep singing and keep doing great work!!
Love,
Shane &
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. . . Graduating Seniors
Lara Koppel
Lara Koppel has been a voice and piano
student for 13 years. She started at
Cornerstone Music Studios at the age of 5 as
a gift from her parents. Lara’s path has
provided opportunities to perform
throughout NY, NJ, and PA under the name
Lara Grant. She will be attending
Northeastern University as a Criminal
Justice and Psychology major. Lara will join
theatre organizations there and open mics
in the city of Boston. She thanks
Cornerstone Music Studios for all they have
done throughout the years.
Dear Lara,
Your commitment to music has taken us all to places we never would’ve been, with experiences we
could not have imagined . Your connection to music has given you lifetime bonds with friends, and it
will always open pathways to your next adventure in life. As you begin your college journey, remember
what you love and you will always find where you belong.
We Love you so very much,
Mom, Dad and Morgan
Thank you Cornerstone for always being a constant in our lives.
Dear Lara,
First of all, thank you! Thank you for trusting me with your wonderful voice! I appreciate your
dedication to singing and am so happy that I could be a part of your musical journey. You have been a
joy to work with not only because of your powerhouse of a voice, but because of your go with the
flow, sunny disposition; this made lessons truly enjoyable. I wish you the best in Boston and know that
you’ll continue inspire those around you through your music.
All my best, &
Melissa
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Graduating Seniors . . .
Cassandra Leach
Casandra Leach has been studying at
Cornerstone Music Studios for 13 years,
learning different instruments such as
acoustic and electric guitar, piano, and voice.
She also played the saxophone in school. She
will be attending Penn State University in the
fall to study food science and follow her
passion for cooking and baking. During her
time at Cornerstone Music Studios she has
benefited from wonderful instructors and
holds many fond memories.
Cassandra,
We are so amazed by your remarkable talents in music and voice. The time and effort you have
invested in your instruments, instruction, and creative freedom have been returned exponentially in the
immense joy and lifelong gift you have developed and shared along your Cornerstone journey. From
our heart and soul you have touched us and your loved ones with your expression and pas-
sion. Continue to sing out loud, create, tinker, arrange and compose, so the delight of your music
carries you and us throughout our lives.
Love,
Mom and Dad
Cassandra,
It has been a pleasure watching you grow up. I've always been able to count on your enthusiasm for
Christmas duets and Disney play-alongs. Continue to develop your ear and skill set and start a family
band with your sister. I wish you the best of luck in college and beyond. If you ever need anything,
feel free to reach out.
Sincerely, &
Dylan
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. . . Graduating Seniors
Briana San Philips
Briana San Philips has studied music at
Cornerstone Music Studios for 6 years,
taking ukulele with Dylan Lloyd and voice
with Shane Tapley. She will be attending
Northeastern University in Boston,
Massachusetts this fall, studying Behavioral
Neuroscience in pursuit of the Pre-Med
track. She is so grateful for everything she
has learned from her wonderful teachers at
Cornerstone Music Studios and will always
be grateful for the time she had with the
studio!
Briana,
It seems like yesterday when this musical story started. It has been a fun and exciting journey watching
you grow from a little girl playing the ukulele to the great performer you are today. Music will always
be part of you. We are delighted and proud of the amazing young lady you have become.
Wishing you success and happiness in everything you do, and looking forward to all your future
accomplishments.
We love you so very much,
Mom, Dad and Anthony
Briana,
I am so fortunate to have gotten the chance to work with you these past two years. Your drive to do
excellent work, persevere through challenges, and maintain such a fun aura has been such an amazing
thing to witness. Please keep singing and keep Cornerstone Music Studio close to your heart. I hope
your time in Boston is stellar and I can’t wait to hear about all the incredible things you’re about to do
in college!
Love,
Shane &
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Graduating Seniors . . .
Cira Shaw
This is Cira’s fourth year studying voice at Cornerstone Music Studios
with Annie Bryson. She would like to thank Annie for helping
strengthen her confidence and grow as both a singer and as an
individual. Music has been a constant and great passion in Cira’s life.
She will be attending Marist College in the fall and is excited to see
how her love for music will take form in this new chapter!
Cira,
We watched with pride as your passion and talent for singing grew over the years. The confidence you
display while singing and performing is heartwarming. We can see the joy that fills you when you
perform. Keep music in your heart and continue to let performing be part of who you are.
With all our love and pride,
Mom, Dad, C.J. & Calli
Cira,
Congratulations on graduating! You have accomplished so much during your time in high school, and I
consider myself very fortunate to have been a part of that time. You have learned to know your voice
well, and it was so exciting to watch you in Sweeney Todd as the Beggar Woman. I hope that you
continue singing throughout your life.
Love,
Annie
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. . . Graduating Seniors
Chris Skelton
Chris Skelton has been playing the piano for 10 years now and has
only recently started playing both the organ 3 years ago and playing
in Cornerstone Music Studios’ Rock Band 2 years ago. He has just
graduated from Christian Brothers Academy and will move on to
Purdue University to study Aerospace Engineering with a minor in
Music Theory and History, hopefully continuing to play the organ for
Purdue’s local churches and compose for piano.
To our son, Christopher Skelton, we are so pleased with how you have sustained your enthusiasm in
playing the organ. Supported by your teacher, Brit Montoro, with challenging but appropriate pieces,
you have enjoyed opportunities through St. Peter’s Church and Cornerstone Music Studios to supply
music for Sunday morning worship on a few occasions. It has been a blessing to listen to you. We are
also impressed with your keyboarding contribution to the Rock Band ensemble led by Dylan Lloyd.
Wishing you the best in engineering and music during your undergraduate studies at Purdue University.
Dad, Mom, Kenny, Tim and Ella
Chris,
As my first organ teacher once said about me before a recital I gave at my alma mater years after I
graduated, "You never quite cut the string as a teacher." From manual and pedal technique to console
technique and registration to playing the Masterworks to substituting for me at St. Peter's, you have
excelled in an instrument that for many seems daunting but for those of us drawn to its study have
found most rewarding and special. Your leadership at the instrument has continually impressed me. I
wish you the best of luck in your college studies and know that your journey with the King of
Instruments is never over. Congratulations and keep in touch!
Blessings,
Brit
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Graduating Seniors . . .
Timothy Skelton
Tim Skelton began playing percussion six years ago, first at Notre
Dame High School and also at Cornerstone Music Studios with Greg
Federico. Tim began guitar lessons with Dylan Lloyd three years ago
and has played in the Thursday night Rock Band just as long. Tim
studies Music at Brookdale Community College working towards an
associate’s
degree.
To our son, Timothy Skelton, we are happy with your interest in learning guitar with Dylan Lloyd and
playing percussion in the Cornerstone Rock Band. As you continue your lessons at Cornerstone Music
Studios and your studies in Music at Brookdale Community College, working to earn an Associate’s
degree in Music, we encourage you as you look ahead to a possible career teaching music or working in
the music industry. Take the opportunities that come your way to share your abilities with others. Our
lives are richer for the music you have played to us.
Dad, Mom, Kenny, Christopher and Ella
Tim,
You have shown excellent musical growth over the years. You can hold your own in a band with
complex drum beats and your improvisation on the guitar is sounding great. People of few words
often have the most to say on their instrument. Keep up the good work!
Sincerely,
Dylan
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. . . Graduating Seniors
Olivia Stauder
Olivia joined Cornerstone Music Studios to
begin piano lessons in Elementary school. She
has remained with the studio since then and has
challenged herself to learn to play the Ukulele
and guitar, and even added voice lessons to the
mix. Her passion for music will continue as she
moves to Boston this fall to attend Northeastern
University, majoring in Music Technology and
on course to becoming a Doctor of
Audiology. Olivia is so thankful to Cornerstone
Music Studios, and especially Dylan, for all they
have done for her over the years.
Dear Liv,
Watching your passion for music and your natural talent grow throughout the years has truly been a gift
to all of us. We are so incredibly proud. We can’t wait to see what the future has in store for you.
Love,
Mom, Dad, Jack and the rest of your family that adores you!
Olivia,
It has been a pleasure watching you grow up. I always enjoy our various life discussions during
lessons. I'm so glad you are interested in the fascinating world of audio and production. I'm sure you
will go far with whatever you end up doing in life. Keep writing songs and feel free to reach out if
you ever need anything.
Sincerely,
Dylan
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Saturday, June 4th - 9:00AM
Smells Like Teen Spirit Nirvana
Aiden Marino, guitar
Studio of Dylan Lloyd
Dinosaur Music Night Faber
Jiya Singh, piano
Studio of Kristin Schenk
I See the Light from Tangled arr. Faber
Delilah Abbate, piano
Studio of Melissa Fajardo
Alyssa Greene from The Prom Sklar, Beguelin
Bridget Stemmler, voice
Studio of Melissa Fajardo
Chelsie Snyder
Manik Singh, guitar
Studio of Dylan Lloyd
The Detective Schaum
Tommaso Intravaia, piano
Studio of Greg Federico
Mommat Giske
Lydon Giske, piano
Studio of Danyel Shiflet
Ode to Joy Beethoven
Sebastien Stolc, guitar
Studio of Dylan Lloyd
Novelette Romantique Duvernoy
Words Fail from Dear Evan Hansen Pasek, Paul
Madison Adamcik, piano, voice
Studio of Brit Montoro
Perfect E. Sheeran
Surya Ashish, guitar & voice
Studio of Dylan Lloyd
The Old Gray Mare Traditional
Matteo Intravaia, piano
Studio of Annie Bryson
Spring Vivaldi
Amelia Stolc, piano
Studio of Melissa Fajardo
Everything I Know from In the Heights Manuel-Miranda
Rebecca Rubinstein, voice
Studio of Annie Bryson
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Saturday, June 4th - 10:15AM
Quiet from Matilda Minchin
Grayson Guterl, voice
Studio of Melissa Fajardo
The Entertainer Joplin
Brennan Caldwell, piano
Studio of Annie Bryson
Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star Folk Song
Hailey Talamo, desk bells
Studio of Kristin Schenk
Theme Caprice No. 24 Paganini
Luca Castronovo, piano
Studio of Jane Labban
The Fairies’ Harp Thompson
Jaleah Leemow, piano
Studio of Jane Labban
Upside Down Johnson
Francesco Castronovo, guitar & voice
Studio of Dylan Lloyd
Tucker’s Secret Life Faber
Fiona Hennessy, piano
Studio of Kristin Schenk
Californication Red Hot Chili Peppers
Anna DePinho, guitar
Studio of Dylan Lloyd
The Clown Kabalevsky
Jamyah Leemow, piano
Studio of Jane Labban
Popular from Wicked Schwartz
Emma Hoffman, voice
Studio of Kristin Schenk
Wonderful Tonight Clapton
Timothy Skelton, guitar
Studio of Dylan Lloyd
I Speak Six Languages from 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee Craig, Finn, Howard
Bella Dutka, voice
Studio of Melissa Fajardo
Notturno Respighi
Jack Saker, piano
Studio of Laura Wittman
Go With the Flow Queens of the Stone Age
Uprising Muse
Christopher Skelton, keyboard & vocals, Timothy Skelton, drums, Arnav Vasa, bass,
Thursday Rock Band
Studio of Dylan Lloyd
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Saturday, June 4th - 11:30AM
Raider’s March Williams
I’ll Make a Man Out of You from Mulan Wilder, Zippel
Matthew Levitt, piano, voice
Studio of Nicholas Giunta
Bunker Hill Harr
Yellow Coldplay
Daniel Apollonsky, drums, guitar
Studio of Greg Federico & Dylan Lloyd
Raccoon’s Lullaby Faber
Philip Petrovsky, piano
Studio of Danyel Shiflet
I Love Rock N’ Roll Hooker, Merrill
Blake Brady, guitar
Studio of Dylan Lloyd
Baby Owl Faber
What Else Can I Do? from Encanto Manuel-Miranda
Rachel Levitt, piano, voice
Studio of Annie Bryson
Ring of Fire Cash
Leo Ottrando, guitar
Studio of Mike Wells
Allegro Giuliani
Hide Away King
Emilie Apollonsky, acoustic guitar, electric guitar
Studio of Dylan Lloyd
Moonlight Sonata Beethoven
Journey to the Past from Anastasia Ahrens, Flaherty
Mariana Ramirez, piano, voice
Studio of Shane Tapley
Sweet Child O’ Mine Guns N’ Roses
Arnav Vasa, bass guitar
Studio of Dylan Lloyd
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Saturday, June 4th - 1:00PM
I Will Mitski
Julia Grau, guitar
Studio of Dylan Lloyd
No Tears Left to Cry Grande
Alexa DeCaro, piano
Studio of Annie Bryson
Little Brass Band Gillock
Cosima Petrillo, piano
Studio of Jane Labban
Gallop Pony Faber
Victoria Severino, piano
Studio of Jane Labban
ABC arr. Faber
Isabella Genna, piano
Studio of Melissa Fajardo
Forest Drums Faber
Down by the Salley Gardens Irish Folk Song
William Alsager, piano, voice
Studio of Nicholas Giunta
Do-Re-Mi from The Sound of Music arr. Faber
Loukia Petrillo, piano
Studio of Danyel Shiflet
March of the Gnomes Meir
Adam Severino, piano
Studio of Jane Labban
Stacy’s Mom Fountains of Wayne
Johnny Petrillo, guitar
Studio of Dylan Lloyd
Menuetto Haydn
Mad World arr. Jules
Haley DeCaro, clarinet, piano
Studio of Daniel Kochersberger and Dylan Lloyd
La donna é mobile arr. Faber
Lost Boy Ruth B
Amelie Petrillo, piano, guitar & voice
Studio of Nicholas Giunta and Dylan Lloyd
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Saturday, June 4th - 2:15PM
Pop Goes the Weasel Bastien
Kate Archbald, piano
Studio of Laura Hines Wittman
Perfect arr. Faber
Emily Karmazin, piano
Studio of Melissa Fajardo
Minuet in D minor Mozart
Rachel Rozen, piano
Studio of Jane Labban
Argentina Gillock
Nicholas Laszlo, piano
Studio of Jane Labban
Raining from Rocky Flaherty
Allison Karmazin, voice
Studio of Melissa Fajardo
Fake Love BTS
Anushka Patankar, piano
Studio of Melissa Fajardo
Ballade Burgmüller
Come Ready and See Me Hundley
Lily Laszlo, piano, voice
Studio of Melissa Fajardo
Sunshine of Your Love Brown, Bruce, Clapton
Joshua Sullivan, guitar
Studio of Dylan Lloyd
Allegro Kittel
Invention No. 14 Bach
Marilyn Owusu, organ, piano
Studio of Brit Montoro and Laura Hines Wittman
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Saturday, June 4th - 3:30PM
The Juggler Faber
Alone in the Universe from Seussical the Musical Ahrens, Flaherty
Isabelle Serio, piano, voice
Studio of Arielle Rabano
Star Wars Theme arr. Faber
Aaroosh Bhow, piano
Studio of Nicholas Giunta
Proud Corazon from Coco Giacchino, Franco
Reena Patel, voice
Studio of Melissa Fajardo
Egyptian Ballet Dance Saint-Saëns
When Will My Life Begin from Tangled Menken, Slater
Sophia Volochay, piano, voice
Studio of Melissa Fajardo
Hedwig's Theme from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Williams
Daniel Cutinho, piano
Studio of Laura Hines Wittman
Silver Skates Fletcher
Ryan Daniel, piano
Studio of Nicholas Giunta
Shave and a Haircut arr. Faber
Michael Serio, piano
Studio of Arielle Rabano
Fur Elise Beethoven
Ethan Cutinho, piano
Studio of Shane Tapley
Requiem from Dear Evan Hansen Pasek, Paul
Hallelujah Cohen
Rhema Daniel, voice, guitar
Studio of Nicholas Giunta and Dylan Lloyd
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Saturday, June 4th - 4:45PM
The Tempest Faber
Music Box Shearer
Alyssa Bolshtyansky, piano, guitar
Studio of Shane Tapley and Dylan Lloyd
Copy Cat Faber
Dean Alvarado, piano
Studio of Danyel Shiflet
Tetris Theme Tanaka
Krish Patel, piano
Studio of Melissa Fajardo
Comfortably Numb Pink Floyd
Abhilash Bodala, guitar
Studio of Dylan Lloyd
Prelude in C from The Well Tempered Clavier Bach
Blues Rock Snyder
Erin McCabe, piano, guitar
Studio of Dylan Lloyd
All of Me Legend
Jai Patel, piano
Studio of Shane Tapley
Pokemon Theme from Pokemon Loeffler, Siegler
Anirudh Bodala, piano
Studio of Annie Bryson
Legend of Madrid Faber
Sing Happy from Flora and the Red Menace Kander, Ebb
Amy Warsaw, piano, voice
Studio of Annie Bryson
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Sunday, June 5th - 12:00PM
Die Forelle Schubert
Journey To The Past from Anastasia Ahrens, Flaherty
Shara Jaj, piano, voice
Studio of Melissa Fajardo
Waltzing Elephants Bastien
Micah Mamotyuk, piano
Studio of Laura Hines Wittman
The Entertainer Joplin
A Change in Me from Beauty and the Beast Menken
Eva Nisenzon, piano, voice
Studio of Laura Hines Wittman and Annie Bryson
Mary’s Rockin’ Pets Faber
Mickey Mouse March from The Mickey Mouse Club Dodd
Valentina Maltese, piano, voice
Studio of Danyel Shiflet
I Hear the Echo Faber
Ellie Mamotyuk, piano
Studio of Danyel Shiflet
Hedwig’s Theme from Harry Potter Williams
Sameer Khemchandani, piano
Studio of Nicholas Giunta
Love Story Swift
Bella Crivello, voice, feat. April Donnelly, voice
Studio of Dylan Lloyd
Jazzy Joe Faber
Once Upon a December from Anastasia Ahrens, Flaherty
Amanda Shearer, piano, voice
Studio of Danyel Shiflet
Phantom of the Keys Faber
Mia Mamotyuk, piano
Studio of Brit Montoro
Smells Like Teen Spirit Nirvana
Patrick McNamara, guitar
Studio of Dylan Lloyd
Hey Jude Lennon, McCartney
Thank You for the Music from Mama Mia Andersson, Ulvaeus
Samantha Shearer, piano, voice
Studio of Danyel Shiflet
Adagio and Allegro Handel
Ryan Bailey, tenor saxophone
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Sunday, June 5th - 1:15PM
Medley 6/8 Rhythms Harr
Michael Hynes, drums
Studio of Greg Federico
Gaston from Beauty and the Beast Menken arr. Faber
Danya Winters, piano
Studio of Danyel Shiflet
Hedwig's Theme from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Williams
Connor Paulmenn, piano
Studio of Annie Bryson
Be Our Guest from Beauty and the Beast Menken
Sahasra Singirappa, clarinet
Studio of Daniel Kochersberger
Theme from Rondo Alla Turca Mozart
Giovanni Mandreucci, piano
Studio of Jane Labban
The Trout Faber
Requiem from Dear Evan Hansen Pasek, Paul
Eliana Winters, piano, voice
Studio of Nicholas Giunta
Born to be Wild Bonfire
Joseph Grinshpun, guitar
Studio of Dylan Lloyd
Easy on Me Adele, Kurstin
Noelle Schaneman, voice
Studio of Danyel Shiflet
The Animal Band Bastien
Mikayla Marschner, piano
Studio of Danyel Shiflet
Stupid with Love from Mean Girls Benjamin, Richmond
Sydney Eber, voice
Studio of Annie Bryson
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Sunday, June 5th - 2:30PM
Minuet in D minor Mozart
Arya Patel, piano
Studio of Jane Labban
I Love Rock N’ Roll Hooker, Merrill
Shane Fretz, guitar
Studio of Dylan Lloyd
Old Devil Moon from Finian’s Rainbow Harburg, Saidy
Matthew Mikros, voice
Studio of Shane Tapley
Sonatina in G Major Beethoven
On My Own from Les Misérables Schönberg
Mia Bertone, piano, voice
Studio of Shane Tapley
Mist Snyder
Azaria Madeam, guitar
Studio of Dylan Lloyd
Morning from Peer Gynt Grieg
I Can Hear the Bells from Hairspray Shaiman
Alexandria Stanley, piano, voice
Studio of Annie Bryson
New World Symphony Theme Dvorak
Zoe Strader, piano
Studio of Annie Bryson
Argentina Gillcok
Anik Patel, piano
Studio of Jane Labban
Middle of a Moment from James and the Giant Peach Newman
Nathan Hauser, voice
Studio of Nicholas Giunta
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Sunday, June 5th - 3:45PM
Flake Johnson
Rishi Somani, guitar & voice
Studio of Dylan Lloyd
Showboat arr. Faber
Viraaj Aurora, piano
Studio of Melissa Fajardo
Folk Song Snyder
Kiara Bhargava, guitar
Studio of Dylan Lloyd
Happy Farmer Schumann
Layla Francisco, violin
Studio of Ruotao Mao
Hedwig’s Theme from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone Williams
Savannah Shanabrook, piano
Studio of Nicholas Giunta
Allegro Suzuki
Raunak Aurora, violin
Studio of Ruotao Mao
Surprise Symphony arr. Faber
Jayden Shanabrook, piano
Studio of Nicholas Giunta
Across the Universe Lennon, McCartney
Fortunate Son Fogerty
Jackson Graye, piano, guitar
Studio of Dylan Lloyd
Be Our Guest from Beauty and the Beast arr. Faber
Arianna Shanabrook, piano
Studio of Melissa Fajardo
Moonlight Sonata (Excerpt) Beethoven
Jack Stevens, piano
Studio of Brit Montoro
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Cornerstone Community
Arts Project . . .
The Cornerstone Community Arts Project
(CCAP) was conceived with the belief that
motivating our youth to participate in
music and the performing arts will
ultimately foster awareness to support
local arts as a way to improve our
community as a whole. CCAP is a
community outreach service program of
The Songbird's Gift, a nonprofit 501(c)3
organization, which serves to develop,
strengthen, connect and support youth on
their musical journey through educational
programming, camps and outreach
offerings, and focused mentoring.
CCAP provides our community with equal opportunities to access the benefits of
music and performing arts education, while being mindful of the principles of
inclusion and diversity, regardless of socio-economic circumstances.
The greater mission of CCAP is to support youth in following their artistic dreams,
and to honor them by providing passionate, inspiring mentors while celebrating
creative self-expression, community, and service, all of which have a profound effect
on their intellectual growth, self-confidence and well-roundedness. CCAP affirms
that those who play musical instruments and engage in creative self -expression
develop strong skills in interpersonal communication and teamwork, critical
thinking aptitude, long-term goals, and a lifelong love of expressing themselves
freely through music and performing arts!
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. . . CCAP Music & Theatre
Arts Camp
Campers will put together a fully staged musical (in only 3 weeks!) with a live pit orchestra! Your aspiring performer
will gain expert tips and coaching in music skills, dramatic performance, and stage movement! Our dedicated and
energetic camp team will foster development of such performance skills as: Stage Presence, Character Development,
Vocal Training, Choreography and Blocking, Improvisation and Creativity, Theatrical Process, and Ensemble Work!
Do you want to be part of the camp team? Are you a responsible, punctual, positive role-model with good leadership
skills and passionate about the music theatre arts? We want to hear from you! Internships are available to individuals
entering 10th grade through college!
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CCAP Storybook Theatre
CAMP . . .
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. . . Acting Classes
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Acting Classes . . .
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www.cornerstonemusicstudios.comRead about the inspiration for the mural at EAST
by Lt. Olivia Mae Wittman, United States Navy
“Untitled” (Olivia M. Wittman, 2011)
When I first stepped into the new studio, I immediately had a sense of calmness
and maturity impressed upon me. Between the antique clock and pillars, beautiful
grand piano, and the dramatic hues of each room, a nautical theme seemed to fit right
in. Inside these walls, students young and old, of myriad skill levels, build and fortify
ships of their own that guide them through the beautiful, ever-changing sea that is the
world of music. Music enables us to see life from an entirely different, richer
perspective. It evokes emotion, provides inspiration, builds discipline, and strengthens
intellect. I have never encountered a single person who has argued that life would be
better without the presence of music. It is everywhere; in nature, in our minds, in the
beating of our hearts, being broadcast over radio waves or through the speakers of a car
or computer. And this place, this studio, is where ships are built. It is where minds
grow and skills are expanded, one plank at a time. It is where the journey to find a
deeper connection with music unfolds, and I see no better representation of that than
what you see before you.
The silhouette approach is meant to perpetuate the mature theme of the studio,
and I have always viewed tall ships as a powerful embodiment of nautical strength and
craftsmanship. This mural is merely in its beginning stages and will continue to
encompass the length of the wall.
Medium: White acrylic. Lieutenant Olivia M. Wittman, U.S. Navy
Cornerstone Music Studios
358 (MAIN) & 352 (EAST) Sweetmans Lane
Millstone Township, NJ 08535
www.cornerstonemusicstudios.com
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