What parent would pass up the opportunity to bolster their child's musical self-confidence by performing in front of an entirely friendly group of music lovers? Just such an opportunity exists at the Garden City Friends of Music Student Showcase on Sunday, March 15, from 2 - 4 p.m. at the Garden City Public Library in the downstairs large meeting room. Whether your child is just starting out vocally or instrumentally or whether your child is practicing for their upcoming NYSSMA festival test, there is no better way for them to become more self-assured than performing in front of an intimate, encouraging audience.

All Garden City students in grades 2-12 are invited to perform. All abilities are welcome. This is not a competition. Play or sing solo or team up with some friends to do a duet or trio. Given the cozy setting of the meeting room, the space is limited. We cannot accommodate large ensembles and rock groups. We encourage all genres of music from classical to jazz to pop. Original compositions are also welcome. Performers are required to pre-register by email or by phone. Call Elizabeth Colantonio at mCdea @aol.com or 248-8525. Please register by giving your name, phone number, title of the musical selection and composer. Don't miss out on this opportunity. The deadline for registration is March 6.

The Friends of Music is a not-for-profit organization which promotes music education and the music programs of the Garden City Public Schools. We welcome new members to join us.