Elizabeth Wegner Memorial Musicians in Residence

VISITING ARTISTS BRING US TOGETHER

Musicians-in-Residence

We make it a priority to teach our students about the value of the arts in society. We want every student to have an appreciation for the talent, dedication and purposeful practice necessary to be a successful performing artist. These visiting performers broaden our understanding of different genres of music and performance styles while exploring opportunities available for students. The musician-in-residence workshops and performances bring our community together to learn, practice and share in the joy of great music.

ELIZABETH WEGNER MEMORIAL MUSICIANS-IN-RESIDENCE PROGRAM

2019: KEVIN MARTIN OF ROCKCREEK STEEL DRUMS

For the 3rd Annual Elizabeth Wegner Memorial Musician-in-Residence program in 2019, Severn's Lower School hosted Kevin Martin of Rockcreek Steel Drums. Mr. Martin gave a presentation on the history and musical traditions of Trinidad followed by a week-long workshop for students to practice and perform steel drum music for our community. Chesapeake Campus buzzed with melodic, percussive energy for a week of learning, performing and fun!

Playing in the Steel Drum Band from Severn School on Vimeo.

RESIDENT MUSICIANS

2019-20: Kevin Martin of Rockcreek Steel Drums
2018-19: Unified Jazz Ensemble
2014-15: Kevin Martin of Rockcreek Steel Drums

Images from the 2019-20 Musician-in-Residence - Kevin Martin of Rockcreek Steel Drums

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ABOUT THE PROGRAM

The Elizabeth Wegner Memorial Fund was created to continue Mrs. Wegner’s legacy by providing unique musical opportunities for our Lower School students. Mrs. Wegner taught music in our community for 14 years before her passing in 2014. She sought to provide a nurturing setting in which children of any age can joyfully develop their own talents in making, composing and performing music.