Largely funded through grants from arts and cultural foundations, this program has been able to bring a professional level of performance to a large segment of the elderly population in Massachusetts. Since 1987, Carpenter has given nearly 1500 Music for Seniors concerts.
Carpenter performs for seniors of varying ages and physical conditions.
Her music triggers memories and touches chords with nearly everyone. Sometimes in a nursing home performance someone who hasn't said anything in months, will suddenly smile in recognition and start to sing. Patty studied piano, voice and music at the University of Massachusetts. Her teachers included such well-known musicians as Billy Taylor, Max Roach, Reggie Workman, Roberta Davis, Edna Holt, and Archie Shep. She also performs solo at clubs throughout New England.