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Temple Beth Sholom Cantor Performs at Folk Music Showcase
Cantor Judy Merrick took the stage for the Folk Music Society's Member Showcase Concert in Centerport.
Ten acts took the stage for the Folk Music Society of Huntington's annual Members Showcase Concert at the Congregational Church of Huntington Saturday night.
"Once a year, we like to highlight our members," said President of the Folk Society of Huntington, Michael Kornfield. "Usually this event is for national and international artists, but we're happy to have our local talent play."
One of those artists was Judy Merrick, an Israeli Cantor who also performs in Smithtown's .
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"I have been a member of the Folk Music Society for three years and I love it," Merrick said. "I always have so much fun and everyone here are such great musicians."
Merrick performed three songs, which were sung in both Hebrew and English. One of her fellow musicians, "Akiva the Believer," played percussion instruments for one of her songs.
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Other acts included accomplished guitarist who was placed 4th in the Winter 2009 International Guitar Contest by Guitar Player Magazine Dave Anthony, Tom Ryan, who played a cover Eric Clapton's 'Change the World,' and more.
"Everybody here is so different, it amazes me," said Paula Anthony, wife of performer David Anthony. "I've been coming here about a year now, and even though I don't play an instrument, I can still appreciate the music."
