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"We all learn from our peers, so that was really my goal here: to provide musically what that musical hub was lacking here."

- Jenny Townsend, Music Compound
 

[Music]  A Place for Music Lovers
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Just two doors down from its original location, friends and family gathered together on September 9 celebrating the new home of Music Compound, a local music education school for children and young adults. Jenny Townsend, president and owner, hosted a grand opening kicking off with a ribbon-cutting ceremony from the Sarasota Chamber of Commerce followed by live performances not only from the teachers, but also the students.

An expansion that more than tripled its previous location from 1,800 to 6,500 square feet, the new facility means more offices, a music lounge, a concert venue and more opportunities for children. Townsend’s vision is realized with a warehouse rustic-feel type of environment—passing neutral-colored offices and practice rooms, the back door leads to a picturesque industrial concert venue where teachers performed crowd favorites such as “Brown Eyed Girl” and “Put A Little Love In Your Heart."

Inspired by the absence of musical opportunities in Sarasota, Townsend created the music school with hopes to encourage children to pursue their artistic dreams. “Sarasota was missing an opportunity for any musician to come together to inspire each other, to collaborate, to educate one another and learn with each other,” says Townsend. “We all learn from our peers, so that was really my goal here: to provide musically what that musical hub was lacking here.”

Attendees munched on food and drinks provided in the outdoor facility (currently in the works of becoming an outside concert venue) while lounging by the couch patiently waiting for the student performances. Students ages 7-18 were seen throughout the night with uplifting performances, among them young performers like pianist, songwriter and singer Ashley Spadafora. Ten-year-old Trevor Griffin and his teacher strummed the guitar to a compilation of three famous theme songs from James Bond, Jaws and Star Wars, asking members of the crowd to raise their hands after each song if they recognized what they heard.

Offering an array of classes, kids from different schools in Sarasota County join the music school not only to enhance their music skills but also to boost their confidence level. “I never really started playing the guitar before I started here," says Marlee Thompson, 15. "I really like that my teacher lets me choose what songs I want to learn so it’s not like I’m learning something that I’m not really familiar with. It gives me free range to decide.”  

Pictured: Jenny Townsend cutting the ribbon at Music Compound's new location. Photo courtesy of Music Compound.

[Daily Shop]  Cozy Comfort
Taylor Young

As the saying goes: If you can’t stop thinking about it...buy it. With just one glimpse of these irresistibly soft and helplessly adorable childrens sweaters from Sarasota’s resident upscale baby boutique Picobello, the sweet pullovers will be forever ingrained into a lasting memory. These little jumpers will have your tiny tots begging to wear them, simply because they feel almost as if you are a bundled up in a favorite blanket. Effortlessly comfortable and extremely lightweight, the sweaters are foolproof for fall, spring and even winter months and come in a wide variety of colors, patterns and sizes. Keep your little one looking trendy while still getting the comfort they need for a day home with mom or a big weekend on the go. 

Picobello, 1462 Main St., Sarasota, 941-373-0495.

[Recognition]  Hoegel Named Volunteer of the Year

William Hoegel has been named Nathan Benderson Park’s Volunteer of the Year by the Suncoast Aquatic Nature Center Associates. Hoegel has been volunteering for the park since 2009, focusing on the park’s accessibility to the community and the economic impact it has to the region. Hoegel enjoys having the ability to give back to the community, wanting people to realize just how important volunteers are. 

Nathan Benderson Park

[Hires]  Rogers Joins RoseBay International

Jeanne Corbin Rogers has joined RoseBay International as a sales associate for its real estate team. Rogers began her career up in Philadelphia in 1983, where she managed regional real estate offices until moving to the Sarasota area.  

RoseBay International

[Hires]  Campbell, McSweeny Join The Players

The Players Centre for Performing Arts has appointed Dennis McSweeney as director of development and Patti Campbell as director of human resources. McSweeney has over 30 years of involvement with nonprofits and business development and will be instrumental in the advancement and completion of The Players’ Capital Campaign. Patti Campbell has been a Sarasota resident for 47 years and is well acquainted and connected in the area. Campbell’s nonprofit experience comes from her involvement with the Sailor Circus (Circus Arts Conservatory) for 26 years. 

The Players Centre for Performing Arts

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