Friday, November 8, 2024

Ten Chelan High School musicians earn spots in regional band clinic

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CHELAN — Ten students from Chelan High School have earned spots in the Western International Band Clinic (WIBC).

The selected students, ranging from freshmen to seniors, will join top young musicians from across the United States for an intensive four-day program featuring professional instruction and performances. The clinic, scheduled for November 22-25 in SeaTac, Washington, pairs students with renowned conductors and composers in the band music field.

"I am incredibly proud of our student musicians for auditioning and being selected to participate in this prestigious event," said Stephen Burdick, Band Director at Chelan High School. "It's a testament to their hard work and dedication, and we know they will represent our school and community with excellence."

The selected musicians include three trumpet players: senior Eli Becerril and sophomores Jayden Burdick and Kole Nelson. Other participants are senior Chloe Desgroseillier and freshman Austin Zimmer on tenor saxophone; sophomore Hailey Fogelson on clarinet; senior Gabriel Guerrero on trombone; senior David Kelly on oboe; junior Jonah Simmons on French horn; and senior Tristyn Tilbury on bass clarinet.

This year's WIBC will feature guest instructors Brian Balmages, Randall D. Standridge, Robert Sheldon, and Kevin Day. Professional musicians Patrick Sheridan and Dr. Tim Lautzenheiser will conduct alongside Grammy-nominated Mariachi Sol De Mexico De Jose Hernandez and world-renowned trumpeter Allen Vizzutti as featured soloists.

The clinic offers participants specialized workshops, intensive rehearsals, and the opportunity to perform in a professional concert setting. Students will collaborate with peers selected through a competitive audition process while receiving instruction from industry leaders.

For more information about the Western International Band Clinic, visit www.bandworld.org.

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