UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance’s Crescendo Patrons’ Party was held on October 26th at the beautiful home of Barbara and Dr. Doug Cusick. More than 100 guests enjoyed a special inside look at Barbara and Doug’s collection of antique, automatic musical instruments. The beautiful collection even includes a self-playing grand piano that once belonged to Kansas City political leader Tom Pendergast. Guests were also treated to a sneak peek of the Crescendo concert with an aria by graduate student Laurel Weir, who was accompanied by master’s student John Livingston.
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| Ben and Elaine Mann, Emily and Dick Ballentine and Anne and Howard Elsberry |
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| John Livingston and Laurel Weir entertained guests with a piece by Giuseppe Verdi. |
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| Dr. Doug Cusick, host; demonstrated a late 19th century music box. |
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| Partygoers were mesmerized by Dr. Doug Cusick’s explanation of his magnificent collection of antique player instruments. |
Also featured in the December 9, 2017 issue of The Independent
Photo Credit: David Riffel
