As the drum beats the Lion King’s “Circle of Life,” high school and college-age kids give the audience a taste of their passion and intensity for the arts. Following graduation, the Young Americans now have the unique opportunity to pass on their love of music as they pursue their dream of studying music and touring America, all while teaching students about singing, dancing, self-esteem and confidence. At the conclusion of a three-day workshop, 150 area students performed alongside the Young Americans in an impressive concert on the HHS stage.

—Enterprise photo

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Holyoke Enterprise October 11, 2012