Minds on Music brought the Smoak family, Brookstone partners, to our cafeteria to play the violin for our students on Thursday, October 11. Two of the Smoak children, Caroline, 9, and William, 7, take violin lessons not only to learn and enjoy, but also to give back to others through their music.
Caroline and William played a variety of songs from "Happy Birthday" to classical pieces, accompanied by their mom, Beth. After they performed, Brookstone students asked questions about the violins, how they practiced, how they played and about the different sounds the strings make. It was a great opportunity for our students to identify with these young musicians.
We are so appreciative that the Smoaks shared their gifts and talents with us!