UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance – Crescendo
November 7th was the date for the UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance’s Crescendo. Deanna and Greg Graves were the honorary chairmen, and Katherine and Jim Schorgl served as the chairmen. Proceeds support scholarships, student travel and instruments and technology that students might not otherwise have.
Also featured in the December 13th issue of The Independent
Photo Credit: Larry F. Levenson
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| Brian Weith and Michele Hamlett-Weith |
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| Guests enjoyed the wonderful performances. |
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| Regina and Bill Kort with Renee Bernhardt |
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| Kathy and Matt Nordhus |
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| The Conservatory Orchestra |
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| The beautiful table décor was created by Fiddly Fig and the candles were from Creative Candles. |
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| Becky and Phil Smith with Michael and Jan Schall |
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