Category: Past Event
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July Concert at Brightview, Great Falls
July 11, 2026 This Saturday, Mclean Melody hosted a concert at Brightview Senior Living in Great Falls, another one of our regular performances. The program consisted entirely of solos, and each performer played beautifully on the grand piano in the spacious living area framed by large windows that let in the summer sunshine. To begin…
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June Concert at Chesterbrook Residency
June 27, 2026 In the midst of summer break, it’s not unusual for many people to be traveling or busy with other events. When I was notified of the shortage of members available to perform at our monthly concert in Chesterbrook, I knew I had to step up and make this performance as successful as…
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Our Duet Performance at Brightview
As school was coming to an end, I did my last volunteer performance of the year at at the Brightview Senior Home last Saturday. This performance was special to me because it was the first time I performed duets with my sister Boya. Compared to solos, playing duets require close coordination between two pianists, and…
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June Concert at Brightview, Great Falls
June 13th, 2026 Mclean Melody had a wonderful concert to start the summer at Brightview Senior Living in Great Falls. The program included a mix of piano and strings, and both instruments added to the joyous atmosphere. Our concert began with classical pieces composed by Beethoven, Haydn and Mozart on the piano, but then branched…
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Flowers, Music, and Memories: A Special Mother’s Day Concert
This Mother’s Day, McLean Melody had the honor of performing a special, heartwarming concert for the wonderful residents at our local senior living community in Great Falls. Surrounded by smiling faces, our dedicated youth musicians delivered a lively mix of classical and contemporary pieces, bringing vibrant energy into the room to celebrate the incredible mothers…
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April Concert at Chesterbrook Residency
April 25, 2026 Mclean Melody recently had a great performance at Chesterbrook Residency for the seniors! The concert was filled with talented musicians and the program had a variety of different pieces. Some highlights included Rose, who played Prelude in G sharp minor by Rachmaninoff and Sonata no. 16 by Mozart. These two contrasting pieces…
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Where Music Meets Motion and East Meets West
This weekend’s McLean Melody performance on April 4th, 2026 was a fusion of art forms, combining musical talent with high-energy movement. The musicians delivered a heartwarming performance, featuring a vibrant mix of classical and contemporary pieces that brought joy to the audience. The musicians showcased their talents through a variety of instruments, including piano, cello,…
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My First Time Hosting a Music Concert
We had a music concert at Brightview Falls church on March 14, 2026. It was my first time being the host of a music concert at a senior residence. At the beginning, I was really nervous. My heart was beating fast and I kept thinking, “What if I forget my lines?” But when I started…
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February Concert at Chesterbrook Residency
February 28, 2026 At the end of February, Mclean Melody had a wonderful concert at Chesterbrook Residency. This performance included a variety of instruments and pieces. Though we were short on people, our members made the program just as appreciable as any other. To begin, a few soloists took the stage with some lovely classical…
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Valentine’s Day With Seniors!
This weekend was Valentine’s Day, and to celebrate, we planned several fun, Valentine’s Day–themed activities for this week’s McLean Melody performance. After all the performers had finished playing, we organized a festive game for the seniors. We handed out maracas and invited everyone to shake them along to the beat of a cheerful Valentine’s Day…
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Sharing our Love and Music at Sunrise of McLean
Singing a cheerful ‘Happy Birthday’ song to the elderly!
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More Than Music: Ending the Day with a Birthday Smile
McLean Melody’s most recent performance was fun and enjoyable for the seniors. Each piece was played carefully, and the notes came through clearly. The music sounded pleasant and held everyone’s attention, making the performance a memorable experience. The seniors seemed to enjoy hearing all the different instruments. There were piano, cello, flute, and violin, and…