Four hundred orchestra and band students performed at the Solo and Ensemble Festival Feb. 10, held at Herrick. The performances, which included solos, duets and ensembles by students, were adjudicated by other music educators.
“I'm so proud of all of my students,” said Colleen Eakley, O’Neill Orchestra Director and Fairmount and Hillcrest Orchestra instructor. “The judges and the accompanists commented on how well prepared the students were.”
“Preparing and presenting a solo performance challenges our students to really take ownership of their learning, and to improve and fine-tune their skills,” said Christine Kaminski, instrumental band teacher at O’Neill, El Sierra, Fairmount, Hillcrest and Indian Trail. “We are proud of the courage and poise they demonstrate as they stand on their own and show what they know.”
