CB West Spotlight
April 18, 2017
District CB Cares March Boomerang Winner
March Asset: CREATIVE ACTIVITIES. Young person participates in creative activities which
have a direct positive impact on him/her and others. Their creative activity can take a
variety of forms– music, drama, art, or any other creative activity.
Matthew Oriente participates in numerous instrumental ensembles which positively impact many areas of the community, playing the saxophone for styles that range from classical to contemporary jazz. He contributes to the school spirit at CB West by playing in Jazz Band 1, Marching Band, Jazz Band 2, and Symphonic Band, and is also a member of the school’s Music Therapy Club; recently, the Music Therapy Club performed for the residents of the local nursing home.
Besides school instrumental ensembles, Matthew is involved in community based bands. One such band is the Doylestown Heat Big Band, which represents and helps fundraising efforts for the Doylestown Lions Club. The Doylestown Heat Big Band rehearses semi-monthly at a local nursing home, during which times the residents are invited to listen and sing along to the big band tunes. Matthew is especially gratified to be part of the band to bring this music to the residents. The Doylestown Heat also plays at community events, such as Pumpkinfest, the Doylestown Memorial Day Parade, and the Doylestown Summer Concerts. Matthew has also played with his own Jazz Band at CB Cares Events, local restaurants, and the Doylestown Arts Festival. He also plays saxophone in the community based band, Jazz 4 Nothin’, performing at local venues, outdoor concerts, and fundraisers.
Matthew enjoys being part of these many ensembles, and he is especially gratified that he is able to use his talent to have such a positive impact on the community.
Congratulations, Matthew!
CB West High School
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Location: 375 W. Court Street, Doylestown, PA, United States
Phone: 267-893-2500
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