Priscilla Sanchez of North Hunterdon High School is the latest recipient of the "Bernie Worrell Scholarship in Music/Performing Arts" from the 2012 Local & Legend Music Festival

From left to right: Elizabeth Sanchez (mother), Bernie, Priscilla Sanchez (winner), Sophia Sanchez (sister) and Orlando Sanchez (Father)

15-year old Priscilla Sanchez attends North Hunterdon High School.  She states:  ever since I was little, there was always a “click” when it came to music.  There was something about the way it made me feel inside that had me wanting to play an instrument and in the summer leading into 7th grade, I got my alto saxophone and had my cousin teach me.  I soon discovered there was so much more to music than just listening to it,  that it is a passionate form of art that I wanted to be a part of.  My middle school band director (Mark Fisher) had a huge influence on me and helped shape me into the musician I am today though his deep connection to music.  I have also learned to play tenor and soprano saxophone.  I am currently part of the NHHS Marching band, Concert Band, Jazz Band and the Pit Orchestra.    I am very honored to be receiving this Scholarship from the legendary Bernie Worrell himself.  Further, I am very grateful to know that my wonderful band directors (Vincent Angeline and Perry Andrews) considered me for such a life-changing award.  Their dedication is one of the numerous qualities I admire about them.  Although my plans for the future are unclear, I know music will always be a part of my life.

Read more here: http://www.nj.com/hunterdon-county-democrat/index.ssf/2012/12/rock_n_roll_legend_bernie_worr.html

Good friend/keyboardist friend of Worrell's Karl Dietel, Bernie, Priscella, Band Director Vince Angeline

Save the Date for the
5th Annual Local & Legend Music Festival
at our new location:
Vasa Park, Mt. Olive, NJ

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On Saturday, March 27th, during a Benefit for the Jazz Department of The New England Conservatory of Music in Boston, MA, Bernie was awarded a "Lifetime Achievement Award" by Dept. Chair Ken Schaphorst. Below is the text of the Award, plus some photos from the event.