Orchestra bid farewell to flautist after major show
THE Enniscorthy Vocational College orchestra bid a fond farewell to a valued member recently as she departed for NUI Maynooth. Tributes were paid to PLC Business student, flautist and leading member of the orchestra’s woodwind section Serena Casey who is leaving to study music and business at University.
Orchestra Director Brídín Kelly paid tribute to Serena’s work and commitment over the last six years with a reception in the parents’ room at their rehearsal. Serena’s flute and piano teacher Ms Philippa Callery stated how proud she is of her student’s achievements and wished her all the very best for the future.
Apart from being a high-achieving academic student, Serena is also a talented Irish dancer at international level. She began her flute studies in St Aidan’s Primary School with Louise Malone before continuing on from Grade 2 with Ms Callery in EVC. From there, she played at Co Wexford Youth Orchestra Festivals in the National Opera House with composer Brian Irvine in 2015 and Gearóid Grant earlier this year.
As well as honouring Serena, all of her fellow musicians from the orchestra were also presented with certificates to mark their participation at the most recent Harmony Concert. All of teachers and fellow orchestra members wished Serena all the very best for the future as she embarks on a new adventure at NUIM.