Calhoun High School music department makes spirits bright

The Sanford H. Calhoun Music Boosters presented its first-ever holiday showcase, “Jingle Bell Jam,” which premiered virtually on YouTube on Tuesday, Dec. 15.

The virtual concert featured talented vocalists and instrumentalists from Calhoun, and a performance by Calhoun-Mepham’s District Orchestra. The 40-minute show filled homes with beautiful seasonal songs and brought some much-needed holiday cheer while raising money for the Music Boosters’ Senior Scholarship Fund and the Bellmore-Merrick Community Cupboard.

Although the performers taped their acts separately, there was a great sense of togetherness and harmony. The final song — an acapella rendition of “Halleluja” performed by seniors Sean Condenzio, Isabelle Oliver, Jillian Seibold and Max Unlu — gave viewers peace, hope and joy for the future.

“We are grateful that music has brought our community together,” said Music Boosters President Joanne Genzone.

To stream the full “Jingle Ball Jam,” click here. To watch the finale “Halleluja,” visit click here.

Compiled by Alyssa Seidman.