Burgoyne Studios Spring Recital
Front row: Brinley Kunz, Dax Kunz, Emma Robinson, Gracelynn Zellmer, Brystol Hughes, Rhett Crofts Back row: Ian Crofts, Naomi Crofts, Bridger Dilworth, Trey Kunz, Jenny Smith, Chloe Olsen (representing her mother, Deborah), and Kathleen Campbell
The Burgoyne Studios' spring recital was held May 15.
After the articulate and well executed performances on the piano and violin, year-end awards were given. Each student received a Certificate of Outstanding Work, on which the teacher, Kathleen Campbell, listed at least one thing the student excelled in that year. Every student made great progress over the year.
Noteworthy awards were given to the two adult students, Jenny Smith and Diane Olsen, who made remarkable progress on their instruments. Taking up something new as an adult is much harder than as a young person. They were both commended for their dedication, consistent practice, and perseverance on their violins.
Guest performer, Aimee Harris, performed a violin duet with instructor Kathleen Campbell. Robyn Brown accompanied them. They played Savior, Redeemer of My Soul. Also performing was the young student of Aimee Harris, Ginny Brown.
The Dr. Roger D. Burgoyne Memorial Scholarship was created last year in memory of the instructor's father, who was a gifted musician. Born and raised in Montpelier, Idaho, he had a nice singing voice as a very young child. He later learned to play the trumpet in the school band. He and his wife sang many a duet for various occasions, from their own wedding reception on. He always had the latest recording equipment and established his own recording studio, The Gem Record Corporation. He was very supportive of those studying and displaying musical talent.
The Dr. Roger D. Burgoyne Memorial Scholarship winner for the 2024-25 year, beginning in September, is Emma Robinson, daughter of Austin and Kathy Robinson.
A new award was created this year in memory of the instructor's mother, Charlotte T. Burgoyne. Charlotte demonstrated excellence in music and art, and really in everything she did, which included being a school teacher, a wife, and a mother of eight children.
The Memorial Award of Excellence for 2024 was given to Trey Kunz, son of Dr. Matt and Elyssa Kunz.
The application process for both awards was a demanding one, and the decision was difficult, as so many were qualified. However these two students stood out and were selected as the winners for this year.
Burgoyne Studios would like to thank Bob and Marilyn Kukachka and Bayer of Soda Springs for their generous scholarship donations. Kathleen would also like to thank Shalise Hughes, Elyssa Kunz, and Katie Crofts for volunteering their service as board members of Burgoyne Studios. Board member, Shalise Hughes, as an employee of Bayer of Soda Springs, was instrumental in acquiring the Bayer scholarship contribution.
