FREEPORT, Grand Bahama -- During the month of February, the Grand Bahama Youth Choir (GBYC) will celebrate its 3rd year anniversary, featuring world renowned musical artists Jack Foley and Franz Hepburn. While the weekend two-night event, promises to be an evening of classical elegance and diverse vocal styles, it will also feature a son of the soil, Mr. Franz Hepburn.
Artistic Director for the GBYC Program, Mr. Kevin Tomlinson noted that he was excited to hear of Mr. Hepburn's connection to Freeport, "Having the Foley & Hepburn duo perform here in Freeport was great, but to learn that he is a former scholarship recipient of the The Grand Bahama Port Authority, Limited, (GBPA) and his many professional accomplishments, sends a clear message to the choir's young membership, that commitment and hard work pays off," he said.  "It shows that, if they remain focused and disciplined, opportunities which lie ahead are endless. This will be an immeasurable experience for the group and we are excited."
Aside from music, Mr. Hepburn's background is steeped in the nation's number one industry, and this he shared began in Freeport.  "I have many relatives who are Grand Bahamians and I have fond memories of spending numerous summer holidays in Freeport," Hepburn commented. "GBPA granted me a scholarship in 1984, which allowed me the opportunity to attend Acadia University in Nova Scotia, Canada. After graduating with a Bachelor's of Business Administration degree in Marketing & Finance, I went on to work at the National Insurance Board (NIB). Within three years, I was promoted to Senior Inspector, one of the youngest ever promoted to that position at NIB," he continued.

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