Published 12 July 2024
St Kitts, Basseterre,
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TALENTED YOUNG MUSICIANS SELECTED FOR EASTERN CARIBBEAN COMPOSES SUMMER WORKSHOP 2024
Basseterre, St. Kitts, Friday, July 12, 2024: The Eastern Caribbean Composes Summer
Workshop 2024 is set to showcase the extraordinary talents of three exceptional young musicians
from St. Kitts and Nevis. This highly anticipated event, hosted by the Antigua and Barbuda
Youth Symphony Orchestra (ABYSO) at the American University of Antigua, promises to be a
transformative experience for these budding artists.
The selection process for the workshop was highly competitive. Interested students were
required to submit a statement of interest, explaining their desire to participate. A musical
proficiency of grades 4-5 level was also a requirement prior to selection of these outstanding
youth who were tested rigorously. Three talented students were chosen to participate:
Mikkall Walters aged 16 attends the Basseterre High School and has attained a musical level of
ABRSM Grade 4.
Hannah-Marie Williams aged 16 attends the Washington Archibald High School and has attained
a musical level of ABRSM Grade 5.
Royel Pemberton aged 17 attends the Clarence Fitzroy Braynt College and has attained a musical
level of ABRSM Grade 4.
The students will be accompanied by two dedicated music teachers who will provide guidance
and support throughout the workshop: Ms. Nicole Maynard, music teacher at Verchilds High
School, and Ms. Venelle Powell, a music teacher at Gingerland Secondary School.
The Ministry of Education has generously sponsored all participants, covering their airfare and
providing a stipend, ensuring that financial constraints do not hinder their opportunity to
participate in the enriching experience.
According to a release from Eastern Caribbean Composes, “The workshop is not just a platform
for musical education; it is a celebration of cultural diversity, personal growth, and future career
prospects.”
The ministry hopes that as Mikkall, Hannah-Marie, and Royel gather in Antigua, they will create
harmonies that echo the unity and richness of St. Kitts and Nevis. Their journey promises to be
one of inspiration, learning, and unforgettable experiences.
