"First Thursdays" Concerts at the Library
on the first Thursdays of the month

Join us in the Library's McCarthy Meeting Room for concerts by talented young musicians.
Concerts begin at 7 p.m.

Thursday, May 6, 2010 at 7 p.m.
Elizabeth Sperry on flute
Thirteen year old Elizabeth Sperry is an 8th grade student at McCarthy Middle School in Chelmsford, MA. During her four years of flute studies with Amanda Hughes, (also of Chelmsford) Elizabeth has developed award winning skills with her exceptional abilities. She has participated in three GBFA Solo and Ensemble Days earning three gold ratings. In October 2007, Elizabeth was selected as a finalist in the New England String Ensemble’s flute concerto competition’s 14 and under category. In 2009, while playing principal flute/piccolo with the NYO, Elizabeth won the Nashoba Youth Honors Orchestra’s concerto competition, playing Mozart’s Flute Concerto in D Major. Elizabeth is currently playing with the Boston Youth Symphony Orchestra’s Junior Repertory Orchestra in a rotational principal position. She has participated in chamber groups with both the Nashoba Youth Orchestra and BYSO programs. As well, she has been involved in; the Northeast Junior District Festival, earning principle parts in the band and orchestra; the John Philips Sousa Honors Band; has had radio/TV invitations in Minnesota and New Jersey; and has been a part of community service events for Chelmsford and surrounding areas. Elizabeth has participated in master classes with Doug Worthen, Dan Riley, and Philippa Davies. In addition to the flute, Elizabeth has studied piano for 7 years participating in recitals and National Piano Guild auditions. Elizabeth’s unbridled enthusiasm for music is matched only by her sparkling personality and charm.

Past concerts:

Thursday, February 4, 2010
Honors Chamber Groups
Chelmsford High School Orchestra Director Kristin Chartier will showcase her Honors Chamber Groups

Thursday, March 4, 2010
Parker/McCarthy Middle School Orchestra
Director Kate Comeau will showcase members of her Middle School Orchestra.

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