Tuesday, September 12
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Ashe Arts Center
This event is free and open to the public, no registration required.
Join us to kick off the 2023 On the Same Page Literary Festival at the Ashe Arts Center for a reading with author Brendan Slocumb. The reading will feature an introductory performance by local youth violinist Cooper Parsons. There will be time for audience Q&A.
BRENDAN SLOCUMB
Brendan Nicholaus Slocumb, a Fayetteville, North Carolina native, holds a degree in music education with concentrations in Violin and Viola from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. With over two decades of experience, he has excelled as a music educator in public and private schools, teaching general music, orchestra, and guitar ensembles from kindergarten through twelfth grade. Brendan’s students have been recognized in district and regional orchestras, showcasing his talent as an exceptional teacher. His love for music began at a young age when he started playing violin through a public school program, and it became a life-saving force and a gift he passionately imparts to children. His dedication to music led him to perform with prestigious symphonies and serve as a concertmaster for orchestras. Brendan also runs a private music studio, teaching violin, guitar, and piano. In addition to his musical achievements, he is an accomplished writer, publishing two novels, “THE VIOLIN CONSPIRACY” and “SYMPHONY OF SECRETS,” exploring intriguing stories within the world of classical music. He believes music can bridge gaps and connect people from diverse backgrounds, making it a powerful tool for communication and bonding. Currently, Brendan is working on his third novel set to be published in early 2025.
