What’s Happening at Saint Andrew’s

Student Spotlight: Grahm Burns, Anabella and Tabitha DiCarlantonio, Annika Hedrick

Congratulations to all the Conservatory students who competed in this year’s Sacred Music Florida Competition, which was held virtually this year.
The following students placed:

From the studio of Angelyn Traylor: Tabitha and Anabella DiCarlantonio received 2nd and 3rd place, respectively, in the Novice 9-11 division on piano.

From the studio of Cynthia Jimenez: Annika Hedrick won 2nd place in the Advanced Beginner 16-19 division on piano.

From the studio of Dr. Terry Yount: Grahm Burns won 1st place in the Prizewinner 16-19 division on organ.

Faculty Spotlight: Drew Pace

Each month we will be featuring one of our Conservatory Faculty. Drew Pace, along with our newest additions of Music theory and Composition, teaches piano, organ and harpsichord. We asked him, “Why should students study Music theory and composition?” and he replied:

“Music theory demystifies the practical side of music’s power by enhancing our understanding of how it moves, breathes, and comes alive. Just as a poet must master his language before writing beautiful prose, so we as musicians must come to understand the theory of music if we wish to deepen our understanding and more fitfully praise our Creator!”