7 MIHS Band Students Heading To State Contest in April
7 MIHS Band Students Heading To State Contest in April
MISD Communications
Mercer Island, WA, February 1, 2024 – Seven Mercer Island High School Band students were category winners at the Eastshore Solo and Ensemble festival on January 27 at Mt. Si high school.
“Great performances, smiles, and support were the norm in each room and it was especially fun to see so many of their to support the players in each room,” said MIHS Band Co-Director Parker Bixby.
There were also eight MIHS students who were selected as alternates in 14 categories.
The winners have earned a bid to participate in the State Contest to be held at Central Washington University in April.
Winner - MIHS Trombone Choir - Large Brass Ensemble
Winner - MIHS Trombone Duet - Small Brass Ensemble
Winner - MIHS Woodwind Quintet - Large Woodwind Ensemble
Winner - Alanna Larson - Multiple Percussion
Winner - Wonjoon Seo - Trumpet
Winner - Oliver Lee - Trombone
Winner - Elena Lill - Oboe
1st Alternate - MIHS Trumpet Ensemble
1st Alternate - MIHS Percussion Ensemble
1st Alternate - Denis Batalov - Alto Saxophone
1st Alternate - Derek Hsi - Trombone
2nd Alternate - Julian Jay - Bassoon
2nd Alternate - MIHS Brass Quintet
2nd Alternate - Jascha Silberstein - Piano
2nd Alternate - MIHS Woodwind Choir
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