Student recital returns for 43rd year

Student recital returns for 43rd year

Jazz and classical ensembles from Salisbury School and Indian Mountain School, and solo pianists and a cellist, will perform for the 43rd annual student recital at the United Congregational Church in Salisbury on Sunday, Feb. 23.

Photo by Nathan Miller

The annual student recital is returning for its 43rd year at Salisbury Congregational Church at 30 Main St.

This year’s performance is set for Sunday, Feb. 23, at 3 p.m.

Jazz and classical ensembles from Sailsbury school and Indian Mountain School as well as solo pianists and a cellist will grace the stage at the United Congregational Church.

Admission is free and donations to the church’s special music fund are encouraged.

After the performance, viewers are invited to stick around for a reception with sandwiches, chili and dessert.

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