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Belleville sisters performing in Maplewood Saturday

Saturday March 8 brings members of the Youth Orchestras of Essex County to the Maplewood Library to perform as part of the free “Art and Music” celebration.  The 1 pm event will feature these young musicians playing both before and after an artist’s talk by Dorothy Engel.

The Faulkner sisters, Lisa, Maggie and Daphne, of Belleville and Hank Mecinski of South Orange will showcase their skills on violin in a series of selections.

The Youth Orchestras of Essex County are proud to be the longest-operating youth orchestra in New Jersey, formed in 1956.  They are three orchestras and one ensemble of more than 80 musicians from a dozen towns, led by eight outstanding conductors and coaches, making beautiful classical music. 

The orchestras provide a diverse group of musically talented young people (ages 8 to 18) the opportunity to participate in an affordable, high-level orchestra experience and cultivate a lifelong love of music.   

Rehearsals are held at the South Orange Middle School, and there are numerous opportunities to play out each year, including an upcoming concert at SOPAC on May 18.  More information can be found at yoec.org or by calling 404-500-YOEC (9632). 


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