While most students take their time off from school to party, relax or have a good time, this is not the case with Alicia Lestrade.
Lestrade is a Dominican Music Education student at the Edna Manley School in Jamaica who is home for study break. Instead of enjoying her break from school the “traditional way” she has decided to take the time off to ‘give back’ to the land of her birth.
For weeks now she has been conducting workshops in which she trains children to play musical instruments and improve their appreciation for music.
Lestrade has also decided to stage a piano recital at the UWI School of Continuing Education on Friday because she thinks the public will enjoy hearing her play the pieces she has chosen as much as she enjoys playing them.
“The last time Dominica had a recital was in 2007,” she stated. “And people who enjoy classical and contemporary piano are due for a new treat.”
Dedicated, determined and disciplined Lestrade said she is always willing to give back to Dominica and is asking for public support.
The piano recital begins at 6:00 pm.
good job keep it up sis love u and i k ur dad is very proud of u and take care of ur self again congrats. we miss u.
Well done keep up the good work you are a blessed child let nothing or no one tell you other wise i love you my sister and i will love you till the end god bless you
Irie ites, Irie feelings, Irie love, irie meaning! You are one of a kind, thanks for your continued support of Dominican literacy. Giving back is a good gesture towards fullfiling your mission.
very good example for the youth.
Congrats.
Love you.
God bless
lookin fwd to listenin 2 this master at work…. congrats dear….
ALICA!! contests boo wish I was home to see you do your thing. Much love sweetie keep up the hard work much love
English lit classmate
Congrats Ali and keep persuing your dream
Great job Ali.
I wish that more people in Dominica were like this young woman. It would certainly be a better place. To many takers here and not enough givers. It is a two way street and most people here don’t get that.
In the public’s interest, the recital has been rescheduled to Tuesday 7th August, at the same time and venue. This was necessary due to the inclement weather on Friday 3rd August. Come and support this young lady on her musical journey!
a very good initiative lady.thank you for being conscious to give back::but the people who are more fortunate and can invest why not open a special music store where dominicans who are interested can see instruments and would be more determined to learn, play and acquire their own tool for the job.put more instruments on display to sharpen the youth’s desires!!
Alicia gives hope for the young people. She is talented, positive and dedicated. Go with God Alicia….we are proud of you. Hats off to you parents and Dominican Music Educators.
Congrates cuz. Well done. Keep making your mom and dad proud. Keep up the good work. Wish I was in DA I would surely attend.may God continue to bless you.
Alicia, cousin, you are doing well and will continue to excel in your chosen field.
I love good music and certainly wished that I were in DA to listen to you. Well, someday, if the Good Lord wills.
I have always been interested in taking piano lessons. I am not presently pursuing it but have not given up the interest. It has not waned and is very much on my mind to pursue this avenue, always with the help of God when the time is right.
I wish you good luck in your other studies and also in your music field. I hope that many Dominicans will be participants of this, your recital. God bless!
Have an enjoyable holiday in Dominica. Success and God bless!
Alicia, you have always been so passionate about music. I recall some of the brief discussions that we had. Remember seeing your face all flushed when u spoke of music. Keep doing what brings you peace. Great way to give back!
Myers
Great job cuz, you’ve got it in you.. All the best!
nice , way to go i remember this young lady very well, i was saying to my self that its been a while i havent seen her,she has full potential great job Alicia, may God bless you my dear.
This Friday? Like today?
This is great!! Congratulations sis, keep striving for the best!!
Great work. Good way to foster discipline among the kids
proud of u, keep it up
Positive vibes! All the best to you, my dear!
Well done Alicia. Hope everything works out for you.
Good job Ms. Lestrade.
Good work, Alicia. I will be there to support you at the concert tonight if the weather lightens up.