News & Blogs
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October Concert at Chesterbrook Residences
Our October 19th concert at Chesterbrook Residences was another huge success! Our audience was massive and we nearly ran out of programs! They enjoyed pieces from Scarlatti and Mozart to Chopin and Debussy. The program…
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Posters for MM!
One of my favorite roles at McLean Melody is designing our monthly posters! I love creating these pieces, painting and drawing to capture the spirit of each month. It’s something I look forward to, and…
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October Concert at Brightview, Great falls
We are waking up to crisp autumn air. It is a perfect time to enjoy the music! The Star-Spangled Banner performed by Claire and Hudson opened the concert on this beautiful season. The powerful lyrics…
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Music Pal: My Music Companion
Mclean Melody provides a learning-pal program where members of our organization help aspiring young musicians learn musical instruments. PAL might stand for “Practice, Achieve, Learn”, it could also suggest the idea of mentorship, where advanced…
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My First Mclean Melody Concert
I joined Mclean Melody near the beginning of the summer, and have finally had the great pleasure of performing in a concert at Sunrise! My experience rehearsing and performing has been a blast and I…
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Mclean Melody at the Fall Community Fair
September 28, 2024 Today, Mclean Melody participated in the Fall Community Fair held in Mclean and organized by CAPA-NoVA Education & Community. We saw a variety of different organizations, all passionate in helping communities. We…
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My Mclean Melody Experience
This past summer, I joined Mclean Melody as a rising freshman. It’s only been a few months, but my experience here has been nothing short of transformative. I’ve made numerous new friends through our fun…
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The Gift of Music – a descriptive essay
The senior center. Polished floorboards glimmering from the warm, summer sunlight that came through large glass windows. A light scent of soup drifted around the room like a nostalgic hint of home. The air was…
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The joy of playing duets
I have a deep passion for playing the piano, particularly when it comes to performing duets. Eileen and I played Lakeside’s Dream by Melody Bobber last Saturday and it is one of my favorite duets…
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Concert at Vinson Hall, Mclean
September 21, 2024 This was our first performance at Vinson Hall, and it is safe to say that we will definitely be coming back! The setup and the entire atmosphere was perfect for our performance…
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September Concert at Brightview, Great Falls
September 14, 2024 Our performance at Brightview was another success! We have regular performances here, and will be coming back next month too. This time, we heard lots of beautiful solos and ensembles. Some new…
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I got an award✌️
I was so happy that I was being awarded with the President’s Volunteer Service Award last weekend. I love music and I find most satisfaction from bringing joy to others. Keep going! 💕
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Congratulations to students on Winning The President’s Volunteer Service Award (PVSA)!
Congratulations to Hudson, Claire, Eileen, Oliver, Ethan, and Jacob for being awarded with the President’s Volunteer Service Award for the 2023-2024 academic year in recognition of their outstanding dedication to community service. These talented students…
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August Concert at Sunrise, Mclean
August 24, 2024 Another great performance at Sunrise! Full of musical variety, this performance included lots of piano, violin, and a few beautiful ensembles. This time, Lakeside’s Dream, a whimsical piece, was played by Eileen…
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August Concert at Brightview, Great Falls
August 10, 2024 Mclean Melody’s performance at Brightview was very successful! This was our third performance at Brightview and we had many new pieces and ensembles to share. A couple of quartets had last minute…
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Art for MM Over the Summer
The members of Mclean Melody worked tirelessly over the summer to enhance our non-profit organization! From managing our social media to rehearsing new ensembles, everyone chipped in. One way I helped was by creating artwork…
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July Concert at Sunrise, McLean
July 20, 2024 Mclean Melody had yet another successful performance at Sunrise Senior Living, a place we often perform at. Some highlights were the trios and duets that provided a tasteful variety to the experience…
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July Concert at Waltonwood, Ashburn
July 20, 2024 Mclean Melody’s second performance at Waltonwood at Ashburn was another rewarding experience for us as well as the audience. The beautiful furnishing and design of the building, along with the warm morning…
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July Concert at Brightview, Great Falls
We performed Howl’s Moving Castle quartet for the first time! This was our first performance at Brightview, and we had a wonderful time, and so did the seniors! We’ve started regular performances with this place.
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June Concert at Waltonwood, Ashburn
Jun 10 ,2024 Mclean Melody’s recent performance at Waltonwood of Ashburn at first time was a huge success! We made so many new friends, and we are so excited to continue the spread of music!…
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Jun Concert at Chesterbrook Residence, McLean
Jun 8, 2024 The McLean Melody group made their June performance at Chesterbrook Residence, delighting our senior community with a beautiful selection of music. The seniors deeply appreciated the talent and heart of our young…
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BEAUTIFUL PERFORMANCE BY MCLEAN MELODY IN HONOR OF MEMORIAL DAY!
May 27, 2024 McLean Melody brought a special performance to Sunrise Village in honor of Memorial Weekend, starting with a heartfelt rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner” to pay tribute to those who have served our…
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APRIL MELODY AT SUNRISE OF MCLEAN VILLAGE
We recently hosted our Spring performance at Sunrise of McLean Village, and it was a delightful experience for all. The event featured not only the familiar faces of our talented musicians but also some new…
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BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION CONCERT AT TYSONS TOWER
McLean Melody was honored to join the quarterly Birthday Celebration event at Tysons Tower Apartment. Follow us on instagram! https://www.instagram.com/mclean_melody_org/
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Lunar New Year Celebration Feb Performance
In celebration of Chinese New Year, McLean Melody brought joy to the Chinese senior community and the local library with a special performance with the traditional folk song “Gong Xi Gong Xi.” McLean Melody hosted…
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New Year Concert at Sunrise
McLean Melody kicked off the year with the first concert at Sunrise, filling the community with beautiful music and lively spirit. It was a wonderful way to start the year, bringing joy and connection through…
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Winter Concert at Sunrise
As we wrap up a wonderful year of music, McLean Melody proudly hosted its 10th and final performance of the year. Happy Holidays!
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Our First Quartet – Always with Me
Watch the video of our first quartet performance at Sunrise senior community. “Always with Me” from Spirited Away