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Park University’s International Center for Music – Stanislav & Friends

March 11th was the date for Stanislav & Friends, a benefit for Park University’s International Center for Music. The fourth annual event was held at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. Debbie and John Starr were the honorary chairmen. A concert featured the talents of Park ICM faculty members, students, and alumni. Afterward, there was a dessert reception, with confections created by Executive Chef Laura Comer, Kauffman Center, at which guests and performers could mingle.  

Benny and Edith Lee with Sue and Richard Looney

 

Colleen and Ihab Hassan

 

Dave and Carol Sindelar

 

Doug Coffin with Phyllis and Ron Nolan

 

Dr. Evelina Swartzman and Harrison Swartzman

 

George and Missy Guastello with Theresa and Dr. Brad Freilich

 

John and Angela Walker

 

John and Debbie Starr, honorary chairmen; with Angela and Shane Smeed, Park University

 

Julie and Vince Clark with Shane Smeed, Park University; and Angela Smeed

 

Rita Zhorov, Linda Beal, and Stanley Fisher

 

Robin and Scott Boswell

 

Stanislav Ioudenitch, Park ICM; performed with the Kansas City Chamber Orchestra.

 

Julie and Vince Clark

 

Suzanne Shank with Lisa Hickok, Park ICM

 

Terry and Marlene Calaway

 


Featured in the April 29, 2023 issue of The Independent.
Photo credit: Kenny Johnson and Park University

 

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