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'Maestro': Former Conductor, Band Director For High School In Westchester Dies 'Maestro': Former Conductor, Band Director For High School In Westchester Dies
'Maestro': Former Conductor, Band Director For High School In Westchester Dies A beloved former conductor and high school band director known for starting a love of music in countless people in Westchester County has died.  Alfred Renino of White Plains died on Saturday, Feb. 11 at the age of 92, according to his obituary.  Known by many as "Maestro," Renino was the founder, director, and conductor of the White Plains Pops Band, performing in the city's parks for 25 years from 1981 to 2005.  In addition to his band, Renino was also a fixture at White Plains High School, serving as the director of the school's band and wind ensemble for 35 years before …

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by Ben Crnic