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"The recital on Sunday was just lovely!! I love your introductory comments for each child and it was so great to see each of their personality's as well as how they progress the longer they stick to it. I was very sorry that I could not stay until the end as I would have loved to have seen your most advanced students. Also - thank you for being such a supportive teacher. I think that it is wonderful that you let them pick their own pieces for the recital. I asked Skylar if she wanted to continue with piano for next year and she responded, "Yes. . of course!" and gave me a look like it was a very dumb question. I am thrilled that she likes it so much." Kimberly Booker Schmid, Parent

Ed Mascari, Spring Studio Recital

On June 8, 2008, the Ed Mascari Piano Studio presented our spring recital. This annual recital is held each year on the second Sunday of June. The afternoon was devoted to students ages 6-18, while the evening recital was performed by Ed's adult students.

Children's Recital

Photos by: Susan Jessel - click to enlarge

This recital, featuring elementary, intermediate, and advanced students ranging in age from 7 to 17, a total of 26 students in all, was held at 2:00pm at the Hartford Street Presbyterian Church in Natick, MA. Many family and friends were in attendance. Students traveled from Ashland, Dover, Framingham, Natick, Roslindale, Sherborn and Wellesley.

Performing at the recital were students, Nasreen Bhumgara, Alex Beer, Nathan Leach, Shiho Schafer, Natasha Barberio, Harry Mcmahon, Emma Green, Sam Mccauley, Skylar Schmid, Sean Gentry,

Molly Raddant, Preksha Ashk, Kristen Carroll, Matthew Gentry, Alex Barberio, Quentin Putnam, Krishna Canning, Alex Vanrooyen, Paul Andresen, Teddy Billings, Emily Benjamin, Ryan Jessel and Kyril Mccauley.

Performances consisted of classical, jazz and popular selections as well as several duets. Download the complete program.

Among the many highlights, was a performance of Makin' Whoopee by 13 year old Nathan Leach. Teddy Billings contributed his own arrangement of Kurt Weill's My Ship The recital was brought to a lively conclusion with a rousing rendition of Dave Brubeck's Blue Rondo a la Turk performed by Ryan Billings.

Adult Recital

The evening program consisted of performances by six of Ed's adult students at the home of Lisa and Jerry Carroll of Natick.

Performing at the evening recital were students, Debbie Lovewell, Debbie Cohen, Mary Rapa, Ken Taylor, Sarah Reiss and Lisa Carroll. Download the complete program.

The students played a nice mixture of selections by George Gershwin, Jerome Kern, Cole Porter and others as well as a few classical pieces.

Among the evening's highlights was a performance of Willow Weep for Me by Lisa Carroll. Jazz was also well represented with a duet performance of The Way You Look Tonight by Ken Taylor and Ed.

Our gracious hosts provided refreshments and a good time was had by all.

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Why do piano teachers hold recitals?

The most important reason for having a recital every year is to provide each student with the opportunity to work towards the goal of performing at

least one piece really well. Without exception and regardless of age, students rise to the occasion. They practice more, focus better and put forth the extra effort to make sure that their piano recital performance is the best it can be.

Students also get two additional important benefits from recitals.

First, they get to hear other students (especially the more advanced ones) who provide the inspiration for them to keep practicing. They then have a level of piano playing to which they can aspire. Second, they involve their family members in the process of preparing for and performing at their recital. As a result, they often receive encouragement and support from those closest to them. This can have a huge impact on their motivation and ultimate success!

Want help preparing for your next piano recital?

Read Ed's article: Piano Recital Checklist: 12 Secrets for a Successful Performance.