Summer Hill piano concert a great success

20 aspiring musicians entertained Ms Jo Haylen, Member for Summer Hill, Clr Jess D'Arienzo, Clr Mark Drury, a seated crowd of 60 and a constant stream of passers by with a wonderful range of classical, jazz, pop and contemporary piano tunes on Tuesday 15th November 2022 at Summer Hill Plaza. "It was an absolute honour to watch 20 of my students perform so well for their local community, many of whom have never performed in such a public environment before", said Justin McKee, MJ Piano Lessons. "The big courage that each student displayed by turning up in front of a crowd of people was followed up by every student performing their very best.

"I am very thankful to the Inner West Council, Billy Cotsis, our local Member, Ms Jo Haylen, Councillors D'Arienzo and Drury for their support on the day. "There have been a stream of acknowledgements of the event which have been very uplifting for our budding musicians to hear and read," said Justin McKee.

Clr Jess D'Arienzo "Congratulations! What a wonderful evening, your students are incredibly talented and it was lovely to spend time with the community enjoying the late afternoon sun. I loved watching the parents beam with pride and the performers to grow in their confidence."

ABC Classic FM ABC Classic FM sent an email with well wishes to students: "We wish you all the best with your event" Ms Jo Haylen, Member for Summer Hill "Thank you to Summer Hill's resident Piano Teacher, Justin McKee, at MJ Piano Lessons for hosting an excellent concert on Tuesday. Held at our Summer Hill Plaza, the concert displayed the brilliant musical talent of Justin's pupils. Students aged five to seventy-one played a range of classical, pop, contemporary and jazz piano tunes. With student skills ranging from beginner to University level, the concert was a true triumph for the Inner West's brightest, aspiring pianists. I was proud to see our budding musicians put themselves out there and show off their quickly developing skills. Needless to say, the afternoon was a musical masterclass. Locals came out and stopped by to enjoy the show and support the courageous performers in their musical journeys. For putting on a wonderful show, thank you to Easton, Intra, Krishaan, Reuben, Tallulah, Eddie, Louis, Eimear, Maria, Minato, Susan, Rose, Hugo, Audrey, Eleanor, Gwen, Genevieve, Gabriel, and Rohan. I also extend thanks to their renowned teacher, Justin McKee, for helping to build these skills and for organising such a fantastic live music event in Summer Hill." Read Ms Haylen's speech in parliament here.