In The Spotlight – Crescendo 2015!
The UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance is gearing up for Crescendo 2015!, to be held on November 6th at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. Sherry and Gary Forsee are the honorary chairmen, and Melanie and Mike Fenske are serving as chairmen of the event that features cocktails, a sumptuous dinner and a stunning performance in Helzberg Hall by talented students and faculty. Proceeds support student scholarships.
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Chairmen Melanie and Mike Fenske with Honorary Chairmen Gary and Sherry Forsee |
Also featured in the May 2, 2015 issue of The Independent
Photo Credit: Larry F. Levenson
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