EILEEN BYRNE: LOCAL MUSICIAN PROFILE
The article profiles local musician and performer Eileen Byrne as part of the “Tunes in Town” series.
She grew up listening to her parents’ ’70s and ’80s music like Billy Joel and Motown.
Byrne began piano in 2nd grade and flute in 4th grade, continuing with piccolo in college marching band.
She maintained her music skills even outside formal bands.
Combining music and dance, she transitioned into musical theater.
Byrne overcame audition anxiety with vocal training, coached by Melissa Cartwright.
Cartwright featured Byrne in a female empowerment cabaret.
Byrne is set to play the role of Fastrada in the upcoming production of *Pippin* at Williamsburg Players.
She is enthusiastic about taking on the villainous Fastrada role.
*Pippin* will run from May 30 through June 15.
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