Author: Aria Liu
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A Shared Celebration: Volunteering and Rhythm Games at the Senior Center
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On a recent visit to a BrightView senior living on Dec 13th 2025, our group had the opportunity to share holiday music with residents through a live performance. First, we performed several holiday songs as a small ensemble using piano, viola, and cello. The combination of instruments created a warm and joyful sound that filled…
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A Small Gift, A Big Moment
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At our recent performance at Chesterbrook Residences on Nov 8th 2025, something unexpected happened that became one of the most memorable moments of the afternoon. While one of our musicians was playing, a kind elderly woman quietly stood up from her seat and walked towards the parents and musicians in the room. In her hands…
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A Host’s First Journey
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What’s one thing that makes you very anxious? For me, it’s public speaking and announcing for the first time. I stepped shakily onto the spotlight of everyone’s eyes. This was the first time I was the host for a Mclean Melody concert. Hosting an event for the first time was a rollercoaster of emotions. There’s…
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Folding Flowers, Spreading Smiles
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Ever since October last year, I have happily been a part of McLean Melody. Two days before Mother’s day, Claire, Alice and I participated in a special arts and crafts event. We made cards and paper flowers so we could give them out to all the mothers at the senior living center. To start making…