"I would like to encourage all of you students to appreciate the incredible privilege you have of studying here. The Maritime Conservatory of Performing Arts is by far the best school of the arts in the province. It is here that you will find some of the provinces best teachers.
Now look around yourselves. You are all sitting in these seats because you are the best of the Conservatory. Don’t ever let anyone tell you that this is not a huge accomplishment or that it shouldn’t be a priority in your life. Stand up for who you are, because you are Nova Scotia’s greatest."
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Annelies Diepeveen and Maia Bruce here
Co-valedictorians Maia Bruce and Annelies Diepeveen
Her Honour, the Honourable Mayann E. Francis Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia tells students what they do is very important
The Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia and Benedict Wong Trophy recipients Maia Bruce and Annelies Diepeveen
Dean of Music Cheryl McCarthy
The Directors, Governors, and Her Honour the Lieutenant Governor applaud teachers past and present
Dean of Dance Barbara Dearborn
The Board of Governors congratulate retiring teacher Carmelita Hearn
Judith Grant presents to Danielle Keating and Dr Gaetan Lang presents to Kan Yue
Board of Governors Chair Ann Smith presides at Convocation 2010
Birks Cup Challenge for Ensembles
The Birks Cup Challenge for Ensembles is a relaxed, non-competitive showcase open to all Conservatory ensembles of any size or composition or level of achievement.
On May 29, various groups – some making their first performance, others experienced through recitals - challenged themselves to prepare pieces for the Birks Cup Challenge. The Dean of Music or Dance introduced each group, pointing out the technical challenges in each piece.
Henry Birks & Sons Inc. generously restored a trophy originally sponsored in the 1930s, to establish the Birks Cup Challenge for Ensembles, held for the first time on May 29.
The Phenomenal Trio with Barbara Cormier
Souvenir Folk Dance Ensemble
MCPA Vocal Ensemble
"Grand Entrances" Cabaret
Thanks to all supporters, contributors, performers, workers, donors, and attendees - you made our "Grand Entrances"Cabaret a success. The main hallway of our campus will soon show evidence of your support as we continue renovating and repairing this century-old building.
