Medfield class of 2018 graduates
Medfield pays homage at Baxter Park
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By Laura Drinan
Hometown Weekly Reporter
It’s not uncommon to run into a bit of traffic at the junction of routes 109 and 27 in Medfield. While sitting at the intersection, waiting for the light to turn green, many will notice the grassy field and stone memorial on Baxter Park. While they may wonder about...
MHS Jazz prepares Doug Olsen farewell
The Medfield community will have one last chance to catch Music Director Doug Olsen leading the award-winning Medfield High School Jazz Band and wish him farewell at the June 14 MEMO concert, 6 to 8 p.m., on the Common by the Gazebo and library.
After nearly 25 years, Olsen will be departing at the end...
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Jazz Night offers community exquisite concert
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By Laura Drinan
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Why go to Boston when you can find superb jazz music right here in Medfield?
It was a question many had asked themselves during Blake Middle School and Medfield High School’s Jazz Night on May 4.
As if the two schools’ jazz players weren’t talented enough, saxophonist, vocalist, and composer...
Jazz Night to feature Grace Kelly
On May 4, Medfield won’t know what hit it when Grace Kelly, a high-energy, inspirational and sell-out 25-year-old sax player and vocalist headlines Jazz Night with the award-winning Medfield High School Jazz Band and Jazz Choir, and Blake Middle School Jazz Bands.
Grace Kelly will be the first-ever female guest artist and vocalist for Medfield Jazz...
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Students present hilarious theater special
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By Laura Drinan
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Medfield High School Theatre Society prepared for an evening of hilarity and entertainment with the one-night-only performance of “Medfield After Dark.” The show, abbreviated to MAD, featured nine skits written by MHS seniors, comedy from emcee Mason Hajj, and music by Brigitte and the Boys.
The first skit of the...
Spaghetti with Santa expands
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Tickets are on now on sale for a beloved holiday tradition in its 44th year that has a new twist and name, “Spaghetti with Santa and a Few Winter Friends,” to reflect the broadening of the Medfield Music Association’s annual fundraiser.
Taking place on Wednesday, Dec. 6, at Medfield High School, guests will not...
Medfield music CDs on sale
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If you’re looking for great music from Medfield students, look no further. The award-winning Medfield High School Music Program produced two CDs this year – one for the Jazz Band, and another a compilation featuring Concert Band, String Orchestra and Concert Choir – and both are on sale at Park Street Books for...
Medfield High jazz band wins gold medal
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By Josh Perry Hometown Weekly Staff
The Medfield High honors jazz band competed in the Massachusetts Association for Jazz Education Southeast District Jazz Ensemble Festival at King Philip High on March 3 and qualified for the Div. II state finals at Coakley Middle School in Norwood.
At the finals...
Medfield native Matt Aucoin joining L.A. Opera
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By Josh Perry Hometown Weekly Staff
In the eight years since he graduated Medfield High, Matt Aucoin has earned plaudits from around the world and become a rising star in the world of opera. He recently announced via Facebook that he will begin a “dream” position this fall as an...
