Two eighth grade students at Westport’s Bedford Middle School are among 10 winners of a citation from the Friends of the Stamford Symphony Orchestra recognizing talented musicians from Fairfield County.
Elisa DeBeradino and Carlyn Kessler were named winners of the 2004 Roger Nierenberg Young Musician Commendation Award. The award is named for the longtime conductor of the Stamford Symphony.
DiBeradino was recognized for her excellence in performing on the string bass, electric bass, and as a vocalist. Kessler was cited for her excellence in performing on the cello.
Each winner was selected at the recommendation of their teachers and judged on the basis of their musical accomplishments.
They will appear onstage at the Palace Theatre with Music Director candidate David Loebel at the Jan. 23 concert of the Stamford Symphony.
The award includes a cash prize, free concert tickets, a music reference book, a certificate, and a post-concert reception.
“These talented youngsters represent the future of live music,” said SSO Executive Director Barbara Soroca. “I am amazed each year at the immense talent of the eighth graders who receive this award.”
