Fundraiser helps send New West music students to Ottawa
A fundraiser will be Thursday to help 40 New Westminster secondary students go to MusicFest Canada in Ottawa May 14 to 19.
The festival brings together more than 10,000 young musicians from across the country for workshops, competitions and auditions for post-secondary music schools.
"I'd like to play in an orchestra one day, but I think it's important to be versatile," said Seok Hee Jang of New Westminster, who plays clarinet and saxophone, sings in a jazz choir and conducts.
"MusicFest is a great place for me to get inspired and meet others who have a similar passion for music."
The fundraiser will be held at Moonrakers Pub on Seventh Street on Feb. 23 with $3 from every meal between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. being donated to the students. A jazz band will play from 12:15 to 1 p.m. during the New Orleans-themed event.
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