Infused with exciting performances, the Society of Music Club, presented the Corelli Ensemble Orchestra featuring alumni.

The Orchestra wanted to do a performance at EC that consisted of soloists that attended the school and were former members of the club.

“I wanted them to come so students that are in attendance can see where they could go as far as a music career.” Ivan Alcantar, President of Society of Music Club, said.

The Orchestra tended to focus on playing baroque music from late 1600’s to 1750’s.

“Mainly we enjoy playing in the era were Bach was when he died that ended that era because no one could compete with Bach.” Travis Melvin, conductor, said.

The dynamic orchestra have been preparing for this concert since February and they performed at a high level presentation.

The concert opened up with “Concerto Grosso Op. 6 No. 1” by George Handel which starred two violinist Jennifer Holly and Matt Brislawn and one cello player Sophia Momand.

Following was former alumni Anthony Moreno who is a baritone (classical male singer) whose voice lies between the bass and tenor voice types. He performed solos in Austria and Italy.

“It was a very surreal moment for me to come back here and perform.” Moreno said. “It’s really nice to come back and play for the club because I was a founding member of the club.”

Moreno sang “Marche Dich, Mein Herze, Rein” from the St. Matthews Passion. He said that while singing he almost “laughed” because he felt like he was performing with old classmates.

“It’s a lot of motion, it takes a lot out of you, and I do have a bit of responsibility trying to keep the group together. ” Melvin said.