Friends Of Music Awards At Stratford Avenue School

Congratulations to the three Stratford Avenue School students who received music awards sponsored by the Garden City Friends of Music in June. Lucy Donahue received the Outstanding Achievement in Band Award. William Lucano was the recipient of the Outstanding Achievement Award in Vocal Music. The Outstanding Achievement Award for Orchestra was presented to Zachary Naglieri . On behalf of the Friends of Music, we congratulate all Stratford's fine musicians and their instructors.

Lucy Donahue -

Outstanding Achievement In Band

Lucy Donahue began playing the violin in third grade. She switched to the clarinet in fourth grade, and at the suggestion of her instructor, she tried her hand at the French Horn during fifth grade. She loved playing the French Horn and was honored when her teacher, Ms. Glickman selected her to play a solo in the spring performance at Stratford School. Lucy also appeared in Stratford's musical production of "Cinderella," as Joy, the mean step-sister. She also enjoys sports such as soccer and lacrosse. Lucy enjoys playing with her fellow triplet brothers, Michael and Christopher, as well as older brother Patrick. She looks forward to playing French Horn in the Middle School band while in sixth grade.

Lucy Donohue

Zachary Naglieri -

Outstanding Achievement In Orchestra

Zachary began playing the violin when he was just three years old. He is a student of the Suzuki method and takes private lessons at C. W. Post College. He has played with the Stratford Avenue school band since third grade and has participated in NYSSMA all three years as well. This year Zachary achieved All-County and played in the festival this past Spring. For the past two years, Zachary has played violin as a member of the Orchestra for Talented Youth in Oyster Bay. Having performed at many concert venues, he has also enjoyed playing in a joint concert with the South Shore Symphony conducted by Mr. Scott Wiley. Zachary has also had the distinction to perform with the School for Strings at prestigious Carnegie Hall in New York City. He looks forward to continuing his musical education and training at Garden City Middle School.

Zachary Naglieri

William Lucano -

Outstanding Achievement Award In Vocal Music

William did not realize that he was a talented singer until he was in fifth grade at Stratford Avenue Elementary School. Although nervous, he auditioned for the part of "Herald" in the musical production of Cinderella. His musical and comedic talents were encouraged by his fellow actors in the play. William's voice and ability are still developing, and he enjoys singing as well as playing with his brothers and friends. His favorite sport is football and is looking forward to an exciting fall season for both chorus in the Middle School and football.

William Lucano