Wiscasset fourth through 12th graders attended a meet and greet and concert by The Maine Steiners from University of Maine at the Wiscasset Middle High School gym Jan. 10. Prior to the concert, choral students gathered to meet the Steiners and participate in a workshop led by the young men’s group. They shared singing techniques with students as they taught a warm-up they do regularly to prepare for singing harmonies. Students asked questions and had the chance to get to know the members of the group.

Later, all fourth through 12th grade students and staff joined in for a full Steiners concert. The Steiners sang numbers showcasing their ability to sing different genres of a cappella music – classic barbershop style, doo-wap and contemporary, to name a few. A favorite was their encore medley of Disney songs performed with clever choreography.

During the final part of the concert, the group opened it up for questions. When asked if they are all music majors, they answered no. They each talked about how important it is to do something you love in addition to your work, and for them it is singing.

Students gave The Maine Steiners a rousing applause and left the gym smiling after a wonderful afternoon of music.