Sunday's fireside will feature musical presentations by Michael Hardey and Brigham Welch.

Michael Hardey Back in the summer of 1979, Michael's mom woke up to the sound of a simple melody coming from the piano in the family room. Recognizing the tune, she jumped out of bed and followed the sound. To her surprise, she found Michael, her 4 year old son, sitting at the piano, for the first time, playing a primary song. The following Sunday, she remembers Mike coming home from church, and again, sitting down at the piano, playing new primary songs. It was at an early age that Michael discovered his ability to play by ear. Michael's parents quickly acknowledged his gift and started him in piano lessons. After attending a lesson, Michael decided it wasn't for him. Over the years, Michael has continued to develop his musical talent and has found music to be a source of inspiration to him. He realizes the influence that music can have on people and the spirit that it can bring into their lives. Mike feels very humbled and blessed for the opportunities he has had to share his talent, and for the unconditional support he receives.

Brigham Welch Brigham has been playing the viola since the age of 8 yrs old. He is the youngest of six and comes from a musical family who's talents include piano, violin, cello, trumpet, and accordian. Family Musical Firesides were common in the Welch Family. Brigham received his Bachelors of Arts Degree in Music at the California State University of Long Beach. There he studied with LA Phil member John Hayhurst and after graduation has continued his viola studies with another LA Phil member, Minor Wetzel. He is a violist in the Downey Symphony, Burbank Philharmonic, and LA Symphony (which performs in the Walt Disney Concert Hall for their summer concert series). Currently, Brigham is attending the Boston Conservatory of Music where is is working on his "Masters Degree" for Viola performance. He is honored to be recieving his training under the tutelage of Patricia McCarty. Brigham is a passionate violist that is eager to touch many lives and give back the love he receives through his music.