Shahin Mafi hosted the first anniversary celebration for Partners for the Arts at a May 17 reception, featuring prizewinners of Partners’ 2013 Vocal Awards Competition. The operatic program included baritone Jeffrey Baumgardner’s moving “Soliloquy” from “Carousel.” The vocalists were accompanied by pianist Frank Conlon. President Leilane Mehler said, “Thank all of you who embraced our mission so generously.” Partners for the Arts encourages and promotes the careers of emerging singers not under professional management.