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Youth - what keeps them occupied in positive and productive activities? What makes them strive to be their best? These are questions you may want to ask the members of String Connection. This group was formed in 2007 to foster area youths' musical talents, to assist in preserving the area's history, and to have fun with diverse types of music. Besides musical talent, each member brings deep-rooted dedication to these goals.
Jennine, 18, is from Prairie du Rocher and has been playing violin for 9 years. Her family has long been a part of Prairie du Rocher's history and musical traditions (like La Guiannee), and Jennine loves carrying on the legacy. Jennine enjoys being a musician in many different venues, from orchestras and classical ensembles, to bluegrass, to wedding and church music, to the area's local history. You can typically find Jennine organizing some big event, reading in a chair, or doing her homework. Her latest musical endeavor is learning the hard art of improvising. String Connection is special to Jennine because it provides a unique opportunity to be an active part of history, at the same time as working with others to explore, enjoy, and grow in music. Jennine loves being a part of String Connection and would definitely encourage any young person with a taste for music to check the group out.