Local Veterans Honored With Jazz Concert Night In Harborfields

GREENLAWN, NY — Local veterans were recently honored at the Harborfields Central School District’s annual Jazz Cabaret Night, held at the Oldfield Middle School auditorium, honoring those who served and giving them the opportunity to talk about their service and reminisce, the school district announced.

Following a dessert reception and welcoming remarks from Superintendent Dr. Rory Manning and Assistant Superintendent Dr. Danielle DeLorenzo, the veterans enjoyed a concert, which included
performances of vintage standards by Harborfields High School’s vocal ensemble, directed
by Clare Jackson, and the jazz band, directed by Dan Bilawsky and featuring SUNY Fredonia
student teacher Devon Carnaxide.

"It’s such an honor and a pleasure to have the opportunity to perform for our local veterans at this annual event," Bilawsky said. "We can never truly repay them for their sacrifices, since they’ve given so much of themselves for this country and to afford us the freedoms we enjoy. But this is one small way that we are able to show our great appreciation and say, 'Thank you for your service.'"