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Safiyah Simpkins (17) interviews her mother, Tammy McCann-Simpkins (50) about her journey and experiences as a jazz singer.

In this interview with Emanuele Sesta, Paulist Fr. Frank Sabatté discusses his life, vocation story and ministry. Fr. Frank is currently the Artist-In-Residence for the Paulist Fathers in New York City and the Director of “Openings”, an artist collective. He...

My Life- accomplishment-my mom-piano-music-singing- my story

Here’s a little bit about what fuels me to do what I do

Interview with Tom Fischer. (My dad)

In this interview, recorded in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey on November 21st, 2018, Taylor Carr (16) interviews her marching band director Ben Fong (66) about his life and career. Taylor asks many emotional questions about Ben's family life and...

We talked about his childhood, and how he found music as a fun way for him to get involved

How she felt growing up, and what kindness means to her.

Mardi Pennington (74) interviews her goddaughter Ava Ocker (18) about her high school years and preparing to enter college.

I interview my cousin Manny about his music career. Although he is only 18, he’s got a big life ahead of him.

This interview consists of the life stories and experiences of my mother, Kathleen Mclean. She talks about her involvement in music throughout her early years, and how that inspired her to pursue a career in music.

Interview for Post War America History. Talked about John F. Kennedy, along with his other family members. Also talked about what music he listened to at the time, and the Vietnam War.

My grandpa was a famous musician in his day and explained his path in music.

Jessica Clark (43) talks with her father Paul Redstone (82) about creativity, relationships, love, and parenting. Paul Redstone is a still practicing psychiatrist, "art explorer", and active participant in his world and family.

Trinity faculty member Amy Chaplin and junior Elizabeth Ray explore their interests in art and music.

St. Mark's youth learning stories from our music director, Mr. Steve Wolff

Charlotte Kokernak (16) interviews her mom, Sue Kokernak (48), about her childhood in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts. She shares some of her most memorable stories of growing up, as well as some life advice.

Tim Freeman (60) and his granddaughter, Arianna Munn (15) relive the early beginnings of Tim's musical career.

I interviewed my sister Rachel talking about how her music changed with and contributed to developing her identity.

I interview my mom about lessons learned from her parents - my grandparents - Dick & Irene Dressell

We discussed dad’s childhood, religion, views, and everything in between.

To do at school

Father and daughter explore the complexities of family history, music, and the big gift of a small ukulele.

Eduardo De La Rosa, a 15 year old, and classmate of mine, describes his journey to a volleyball game taking place at Von Stueben. Throughout his journey, he describes his realizations regarding the pressures of life.

A running theme throughout Old Town School history is people finding deep connections and community, forging lifelong collaborations, friendships, and often falling in love. Jim DeWan and Elaine Moore are one such example. Married now for years, the two longtime...