The Cambridge Savings Bank Musical Storytelling Series
Join Helen Clapp Stevenson, Executive and Artistic Director of Powers Music School, as she narrates this free series of original musical story performances that feature live music and age-appropriate stories for children. These interactive programs are specifically developed for children ages 3 to 7 years but all ages are welcome to attend. The Musical Storytelling Series' events take place at Belmont Public Library, 336 Concord Avenue, Belmont. Call (617) 993-2880 for reservations.

Saturdays at 10:30 am

OOCTOBER 29, 2011 - Featuring the book Pete the Cat: Rocking in My School Shoes written by Eric Litwin with illustrations by James Dean. With faculty musicians Todd Brunel, saxophone, Yas Ishibashi, piano and vocals, Tev Stevig, banjo and guitar, and narration by Helen Clapp Stevenson 

FEBRUARY 4, 2012 - Featuring the book Chicka Chicka Boom Boom written by Bill Martin, Jr. and John Archambault with illustrations by Lois Ehlert. With faculty musicians Todd Brunel, clarinet, Yas Ishibashi, piano and vocals, and Tev Stevig, guitar, as well as Powers' staff Evan Louden, drums, and Helen Clapp Stevenson, narration.

MAY 5, 2012 - Featuring the book Giraffes Can't Dance written by Giles Andreae with illustrations by Guy Parker-Reese. With faculty musicians Sarah Freiberg, cello, and Kathryn Rosenbach, piano, and guest artist Deborah Boykan, violin.

Location: Belmont Public Library, 336 Concord Ave., Belmont

Check out a clip of our February Musical Story Program! 

Once Upon a Time... Music and Stories
Featuring the Opera Tales Program The Three Little Pigs, by John Davies
Sunday, December 11, 2011 at 3:00 and 5:00 pm
Running Time: 40 minutes
Story is suitable for all ages.
Location: All Saints' Church, 17 Clark St., Belmont

This SOLD-OUT event featured Powers' Broadway Kids class and professional singers:

Jennifer Ashe as "Despina"
Joshua Collier as "Cherubino"
Christopher Weigel as "Don Giovanni"
Charlie Evett as "Wolfgang Bigbad"

Powers Music School was thrilled to present the opera tale The Three Little Pigs by John Davies. The two free performances featured students from the Powers Broadway Kids class plus adult singers performing the lead roles. This operatic version of the story of The Three Little Pigs is based on scenes from operas by W. A. Mozart.

Thanks to everyone who attended this year's event! Stay tuned for details on next year's event!