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2024
Priya Adiga Buffalo Grove High School, Buffalo Grove, IL. Class of 2024. Instrument: Flute, Director: Vince Genualdi.

Elijah Aldrich Charleston High School, Charleston, AR. Class of 2024. Instrument: Horn, Director: Joshua Uhrich. Elijah is the quintessential music student. He devours music as if his life depends on it. He has played clarinet, bass clarinet, saxophone, and french horn in his time in the Charleston bands. 

Hunter Ambrosen Constantine High School, Constantine, MI. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trombone, Director: Crystal Sherd Chew. 

Olivia Ammon Troy Christian Schools, Troy, OH. Class of 2024. Instrument: Tuba, Director: Larry Kennon.

Adrian Araiza Career Academy South Bend, South Bend, IN. Class of 2024. Instrument: Clarinet, Director: Alice Koehler.

Lani Atkinson North Johnston High School, Kenly, NC. Class of 2024. Instrument: French Horn/Alto Sax, Director: Kevin Sevigny.

Torrin Baker Omaha Bryan High School, Omaha, NE. Class of 2025. Instrument: Baritone Saxophone, Director: Christopher Short.

Christopher Baket South Pike High School, Magnolia, MS. Class of 2024. Instrument: Baritone, Director: Leonard McDonald. Christopher has been an over achiever since his first day of band. H has represented our school at the state level for three and has placed fist chair at state and the district levels. He is truly an outstanding musician.

Julissa Barboza Rice Consolidated High School, Altair, TX. Class of 2024. Instrument: Flute, Director: Kasey Chitmon.

Hannah Bell Hamilton High School, Hamilton, TX. Class of 2024. Instrument: Clarinet, Director: Tim Edins. Hannah Bell has been one of the hardest working students in our program. Serving as Drum Major for two years, she has helped guide our band to success!

Bricen Benyshek Concordia Jr./Sr. High School, Concordia, KS. Class of 2024. Instrument: Euphonium /Baritone, Director: Stuart Roegge.

John Berns Pana High School, Pana, IL. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trumpet, Director: Tony Hicks. John Berns is a very well-rounded musician. He is a fantastic trumpet player, vocalist, pianist, and composer. John has earned honors at the All-State level for vocals and his compositions. He will be attending Belmont University in the fall to pursue his degree in Instrumental Music Education.

Neveah Bertrand Welsh High School, Welsh, LA. Class of 2024. Instrument: Clarinet, Director: Mack Golden.

Lyssa Binz Vinton County High School, McArthur, OH. Class of 2024. Instrument: Alto Saxophone, Director: Sam Koogle. 

Emily Black Rich Hill R-IV, Rich Hill, MO. Class of 2024. Instrument: Baritone Saxophone, Director: Allison Holsey. Emily is a senior at Rich Hill. Emily plans to go to college for vocal music education but continue to play in band. Our band lacks Tuba and very much low brass so Emily has been our bass line pretty much her entire career. Emily is a strong player and a leader in our band.

Emmanuel Estrada Booker Junior High/High School, Booker, TX. Class of 2024. Instrument: Euphonium, Director: Mary Ann Spurlock.

Ellie Boudreau Warren County High School, Front Royal, VA. Class of 2024. Instrument: Flute, Director: David Dingess. Ellie is a member of the Marching, Concert and Jazz Bands. She has made All-District Band and was eligible to try out for All-State Band.

Maddex Bragg Tolsia High School, Fort Gay, WV. Class of 2024. Instrument: Tuba, Director: Nicholas Bragg. Drum Major. All-County, All-Region.

Clay Brandenburger Twin River Public School, Genoa, NE. Class of 2024. Instrument: Alto Saxophone, Director: Joshua Reiff. Clay Brandenburger is an outstanding musician at Twin River. Being involved in both Choir and Band, he also finds time to come to most pep band games, and perform solos at District Music Contest. He also is a dedicated leader in the Twin River Marching Band.

Dane Brecount Van Buren County School District, Keosauqua, IA. Class of 2024. Instrument: Tuba/Bass, Director: Dave Adams. Tuba and Electric Bass player.

Abby Britt Spring Valley Hall High School, Spring Valley, IL. Class of 2024. Instrument: Flute/Bari Sax, Director: Brandon Lee Czubachowski. She began band with me as a flute player and added saxophone to her list in our beginning band class. She has become a leader of both helping students play better, and her own improvement as she contemplates a future in either Music Education or Music Therapy.

Ethan Bull Glenns Ferry High School, Glenns Ferry, ID. Class of 2024. Instrument: trumpet, Director: Shannon Wootan. Ethan has excelled at band over the last 8 years. He has taught himself to play the trumpet, piano, acoustic guitar, bass guitar, baritone, ukulele, and drums. Ethan is a member of the Pep Band, High School Modern Band, High School Concert Band as well as a band mentor for the elementary kids.

Anderson Bunch Paris High School, Paris, TX. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trumpet, Director: Charles Grissom. Anderson is a 3-time 5a TMEA All State Member and was 1st chair 2 times.

Adan Callejo Milan C-2, Milan, MO. Class of 2024. Instrument: Clarinet, Director: Stephen Till. Adan has been a member of the Emerald Regiment of Milan C-2 for 6 years, performing at a high level since the 7th grade. He has performed at the Truman State University Honor Band for 2 years, GRC Honor Band for 2 years, NEMO All-District Band 2 years, and National FFA Band 1 year. Adan has received both outstanding and exemplary ratings for his Solos at the District level, and has helped the Emerald Regiment Concert Band to earn an exemplary rating 2 years in a row.

Katherine Campman Milford High School, Milford, OH. Class of 2024. Instrument: Saxophone and Percussion, Director: Brandon Dittgen, Tim Dailey. Katy Campman is a saxophonist from Milford Ohio. She has been a member of the Ohio All State Band as well as various other ensembles. She is excited to pursue a future in music.

Avery Cannon Lenoir City High School, Lenoir City, TN. Class of 2024. Instrument: Saxophone, Director: Zachary Slimp. Avery Cannon, member and drum major of the Lenoir City High School band, is a constant role model for her peers. Avery is the definition of excellence, playing in several community ensembles and motivating her peers to do the same. 

Emanuel Chambers Hector High School, Hector, AR. Class of 2024. Instrument: Percussion, Director: Melissa Bays. Emanuel has exceeded expectations when it comes to band. He has consistently earned a spot in All-Region and earned a spot in All-State this year.

Kaycee Christensen Juab High School, Nephi, UT. Class of 2026. Instrument: Percussion, Tenor Sax, Director: Simone Glover. 

Ellie Chungath Theodore Roosevelt High School, Des Moines, IA. Class of 2024. Instrument: Clarinet, Director: Ellie Henson.

KC Clair Madelia High School, Madelia, MN. Class of 2024. Instrument: Flute, Director: Luke Olsby. KC is the quintessential music student, participating in both band and choir since 5th grade. She has helped the band program greatly with her leadership. In addition to our regular concert schedule, she has participated in both pep band and solo & ensemble competition, as well as several honor bands.

Lillian Claxton Hatton High School, Town Creek, AL. Class of 2024. Instrument: Saxophone, Director: Troy Morris.

Maria May Collins Calhoun Middle High School, Mt. Zion, WV. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trumpet, Director: Michael McHenry. Maria May Collins, a stalwart of Calhoun Middle High School's performing arts for 8 years, distinguished herself through her exemplary attitude and leadership. Her role as a section leader in the marching band exemplifies her unwavering commitment and passion for music, inspiring peers along the way.

Austin Cook Mater Dei Catholic High School, Breese, IL. Class of 2024. Instrument: Percussion, Director: Jordan Profitt.

Trey Cosper Troup County High School, LaGrange, GA. Class of 2024. Instrument: Percussion, Director: Logan Huerta . Trey Cosper is a 5 year member of the Marching band under the direction of Logan Huerta. Trey comes from a long family history of musicians and has been playing the drums since around the age of 3. After high school, Trey plans to attend college and major in Commercial Music.

Nathanial Cordray Syracuse High School, Syracuse, NE. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trombone/Drum Major, Director: Brandy Hall. Drum major. Class B All State Wind Ensemble. Multiple honor bands in Nebraska, Iowa, and South Dakota. 4-year band letter recipient.

Samantha Cox Cherryvale High School, Cherryvale, KS. Class of 2024. Instrument: Percussion, Director: Tad Lafferty.

Rayanna Davis Crescent High School, Iva , SC. Class of 2024. Instrument: Alto Saxophone, Director: Travis Waters. Rayanna is the Band Captain, if a member of the Anderson All County Band, leadership team and plans to major in Music Education.

Brylle Deseo Orange Vista High School, Perris, CA. Class of 2024. Instrument: Euphonium, Director: Joshua Boyd. Brylle has stood out as a great player and a great leader since his freshman year in distance learning. He is willing and ready to tackle any job given to him or challenge that crosses his way. He does this with a great sense of humor, and a strong willingness to help others do the same. I am grateful to have been his director for 4 years, and am excited to see where music takes him in the future.

Kylee Duessler Sevastopol School, Sturgeon Bay, WI. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trumpet, Director: Tanya Hasenjager.

Steven Driscoll Hannan Junior Senior High School, Ashton, WV. Class of 2024. Instrument: Alto Saxophone, Director: Dr. John R. Carlisle. Steven was a percussionist and won the outstanding band member award in his 9th grade year. For various reasons, beyond both of our controls, he could not do band his 10th or 11th grade years. He came to me during the spring of his 11th grade year and informed me he would be back for his senior year. I was excited to have a good percussionist back in band. To my surprise, he said he wanted to learn the alto saxophone. He started in June and by the time we went to ratings in April, he was our soloist and section leader of 6 good players. He is now going to college as a music major on alto saxophone. In 35 years, I have never seen someone so dedicated, and progress so far in such a short time. 

Emily Escutia Pepperell High School, Lindale, GA. Class of 2024. Instrument: Clarinet, Director: Thomas Andrew Casey. Selected for GMEA District 7 Honor Band every year eligible (7th grade-12th grade).

Raeanna Fontenot Pine Prairie High School, Pine Prairie, LA. Class of 2024. Instrument: Percussion, Director: John Havard.

Adelle Fox West High School, Knoxville, TN. Class of 2024. Instrument: Oboe, Director: Cody Foster.

Kawan Freeman Palmer High School, Palmer, MA. Class of 2024. Instrument: Clarinet, Director: Joshua Hubbard. Kawan Freeman has shown musical aptitude and dedication to the music program at Palmer High School that is seen only a handful of times during a director’s career. Kawan has shown the epitome of commitment through his role as drum major, mentor for the colorguard, and leader of the ensemble.

Karely Gonzalez Tift County High School, Tifton, GA. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trumpet, Director: Jacob Thompson.

Ethan Gao St. Mark's School of Texas, Dallas, TX. Class of 2024. Instrument: Alto Saxophone, Director: Analisa Rodriguez.

Aaron Gaona Arcola High School, Arcola, IL. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trumpet, Director: Kevin Boyle. 

Isreal Garcia Sonora Secondary School, Sonora, TX. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trumpet, Director: Blake Zitterkopf. Isreal has participated in band since 6th grade. He was been a great student, player and role model for all others. He has competed in All-Region and Solo & Ensemble.

Kole Gensamer Bray-Doyle Public School, Marlow, OK. Class of 2026. Instrument: Trumpet, Director: Matthew Lucas. Kole Gensamer is an outstanding musician and leader in the High School Band. He knows the value of hard work and dedication. Kole has received two consecutive years of superior rating with his trumpet solo.

Sebastian Gonzalez Greenville High School, Greenville, TX. Class of 2024. Instrument: French Horn, Director: Matt Ownby.

Geovanni Guardado Gateway High School, Kissimmee, FL. Class of 2024. Instrument: Clarinet, Director: Jonathan Money. 2024 Band Captain in the Gateway High School Band Program.

Taylor Guttadauro Satellite Senior High School, Satellite Beach, FL. Class of 2024. Instrument: Flute, Director: Joseph Leites. Taylor has been the backbone of the Satellite HS band program. She has played in every ensemble imaginable and will be an amazing musician and future educator.

Amanda Hammond Martinsville Jr./Sr. High, Martinsville, IL. Class of 2025. Instrument: Flute, Director: Presley Hillyard. Amanda has shown leadership and outstanding musicianship by working hard to learn her music, memorizing music without being asked, and working with younger students to help them improve their playing skills. She has helped out with many events that she was not required to be at. Amanda is my second-hand man in the music classroom.

David Han The First Academy, Orlando, FL. Class of 2024. Instrument: Alto Saxophone, Director: Erin Maza.

Seleny Elizabeth Remirez-Hathaway Glenns Ferry High School, Glenns Ferry, ID. Class of 2024. Instrument: flute, Director: Shannon Wootan. Seleny Remirez has been playing the flute since 7th grade, making this her 6th year playing the flute in band. She has performed in many concerts. Playing the flute is one of her passions in life; she loves it so much!

Robert Helmick Sebring McKinley High School, Sebring, OH. Class of 2024. Instrument: Tuba, Director: Nicholas Hughes.

Will Hernandez Faribault high school, Faribault, MN. Class of 2027. Instrument: Clarinet, Director: Andrew Dussi. He's always a great student and a great clarinet player. He always encourages his classmates to play and have fun.

Greyson Holland Wayne County High School, Waynesboro, MS. Class of 2025. Instrument: Trumpet, Director: Tiffany Broome.

Megan Hopson Valley Christian School, Spokane Valley, WA. Class of 2024. Instrument: Flute, trombone, percussion, piano, Director: Liz Craciun. Megan has been an integral part of our band program for the past 6 years. Her talents are numerous, playing proficiently on flute, trombone, piano, and mallet percussion in the bands as needed. In her senior year, she served as the band Teacher's Assistant, helping tutor young 5th and 6th grade players with patience and skill. Her contributions to the program had a significant impact and will be missed.

Brianna M. Howard Archer City High School, Archer City, TX. Class of 2024. Instrument: Bass Clarinet, Director: Anthony Flores. Brianna has shown dedication and commitment to the PGWB. Her leadership skills have been vital in establishing a new culture in our band program.

Ethan Jakab Career Academy South Bend, South Bend, IN. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trumpet, Director: Alice Koehler.

Daniel Jackson Chapman High School, Chapman, KS. Class of 2024. Instrument: Alto Saxophone, Director: Kirsten Smallwood. Danny Jackson is a student who always displays leadership and the positive merits performing in an ensemble can offer. He strives to be the best on his own instrument and challenges others to rise to the occasion.

Kourtney Jackson LaGrange High School, Lake Charles, LA. Class of 2024. Instrument: Clarinet, Director: Robert J. Post.

Trevor Johnson Stockton High School, Stockton, MO. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trombone, Director: Jennifer Selaya.

Brady F. Jones Fayette County High School, Fayette, AL. Class of 2024. Instrument: Percussion, Director: Sebastian E. Dobbins.

Keenen Jones Nottoway High School, Crewe, VA. Class of 2024. Instrument: French Horn, Director: Carrie Smith. Born and raised in Nottoway County and began his musical Journey in the 7th grade after choosing the Trombone as his main instrument. Later switched to the French Horn during his Sophomore Year and has participated in various All-District and College Honor Band Performances. 

Maddy Jones Crescent High School, Iva, SC. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trombone, Director: Travis Waters. Drum Major 2 years. Anderson All County Band. Leadership Team. Plans to major in Music Education. 

Hanna Kadel Shickley Public School, Shickley, NE. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trumpet, Director: Julie Homolka. Hanna has show incredible leadership and commitment to instrumental music education throughout her high school career.

Charles Kaftan Sandusky Central Catholic School, Sandusky, OH. Class of 2024. Instrument: Clarinet and Percussion, Director: Mr. Griffith Gentilcore. Charles Kaftan is the current Sandusky Central Catholic School Student Band President. Charles is the principal clarinetist of the SCCS High School Band and was principal percussionist of the SCCS Marching Band. Thank You Charles for your years of service with the SCCS Instrumental Band Program! Congratulations!

Nolin Kuhlman Oakley High School, Oakley, KS. Class of 2024. Instrument: Flute, Director: Mikayla Bauer. Nolin is an outstanding young man who represents every aspect of this award. He has participated in band since 4th grade dedicating countless hours to the band program. He has been involved in the Pep band, Marching band, Concert band, Piano, as well as solos and Ensembles. He looks to continue his passion for music by studying it in college. Continuing to spread the joy, passion, and love for all things band. 

William Kletzka Dexter High School, Dexter, MI. Class of 2024. Instrument: Alto Saxophone, Director: Grace Wolfe.

Colby Kleinschmidt Stillman Valley High School, Stillman Valley, IL. Class of 2024. Instrument: Flute, Director: John Gelasi. Colby exemplifies all that is excellent in a high school musician: leadership, passion, and drive in all aspects of the Stillman Valley High School Band Department. 

Trekker Klema Mendota Township High School, Mendota, IL. Class of 2024. Instrument: Percussion/ Tenor Saxophone, Director: Paula Baker. 

Michael Klimjack Bayside Academy, Daphne, AL. Class of 2024. Instrument: Alto Saxophone, Director: Madison Harry.

Megan Kock AHSTW Community School District, Avoca, IA. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trumpet, Director: Annie Keupp.

Elijah Lamar Calhoun City High School, Calhoun City, MS. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trumpet, Director: Taylor S. Moore. Eli is a hard working young man who started his band career at Calhoun City High School. He is a tremendous player with a lot of talent and aspiration.

Paige Hogan Leblanc South High Community School, Worcester, MA. Class of 2024. Instrument: Percussion, Director: Brian McCullock.

Kamari LeGree Charles Henderson High School, Troy, AL. Class of 2024. Instrument: Tuba, Director: Tyler L Logan. Kamari was a wonderful student that brought life and energy into anything she pursued. She's an excellent musician and amazing person.

Aniyah Lewis Terry High School, Terry, MS. Class of 2024. Instrument: Alto Saxophone, Director: Justin Cook. 

Patrick Lipe Morrisonville High School, Morrisonville, IL. Class of 2024. Instrument: Clarinet, Director: Jessica Thurman. 

Seth Loga Elmwood High School, Elmwood, WI. Class of 2024. Instrument: Alto Saxophone, Director: Keaton Walker. 

Anthony Lopez Highland High School, Palmdale, CA. Class of 2024. Instrument: Euphonium, Director: Erin Freise.

Aaron Marcou Cathedral High School, Indianapolis, IN. Class of 2024. Instrument: Percussion, Director: Ian Callen.

Daniel Shoppbell Marshall Fundamental School, Pasadena, CA. Class of 2025. Instrument: Trumpet, Director: David Chase. Daniel is a very smart and resourceful young musician with lot of talent. He plays jazz, classical and athletic bands music and is currently the drum major for the school.

Tania Martin Page High School, Page, AZ. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trumpet, Director: Alex Moore.

Brandon Mattal Menlo-Atherton High School, Atherton, California. Class of 2025. Instrument: Flute, Director: William Flaherty. Brandon has shown exceptional leadership and musicality as a junior in band this year. He mentored other students and also volunteered to play with our school orchestra at a judged festival for which he was given accolades by the judges. Brandon exemplifies the best of what it means to be a student musician.

Josh Mattingly Real Life Christian Academy, Clermont, FL. Class of 2024. Instrument: Alto Saxophone, Director: Auburn Lindsay. Josh began playing the saxophone (and snare drum in the drumline) in the seventh grade and quickly excelled, positioning himself in leadership at an early age. He has consistently played with strong musicianship and technical facility throughout his Middle and High School years. As a woodwind section leader and bass drummer in the line, he is highly regarded by his peers as a standard to which they should aspire.

Zakkary McCoy Abbeville High School, Abbeville, LA. Class of 2024. Instrument: Tuba, Director: Gabriel LeMoine. Zakkary McCoy is a Senior tuba player at Abbeville High School. He plans on studying Music at USM in the Fall. He hopes to one day either teach music or be a sound engineer for live music groups.

Hannah McFarland Yreka High School, Yreka, CA. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trumpet, Director: Eric Seiler. Hannah has played with the Miner Band all 4 years and has also played with the Siskiyou Community Orchestra, and College of the Siskiyous Concert Band. She was Band Club President in the year 2023-24 as the band competed in the President's Cup Invitational in Washington DC in 2024.

Caleb McMullen Hamilton High School, Hamilton, Indiana. Class of 2025. Instrument: Trumpet, Baritone Horn, Alto Saxophone, Snare Drum, Director: Ronald N. Richter, Jr.. 

Jovani Mendoza Emmett J Conrad High School, Dallas, TX. Class of 2025. Instrument: Trombone, Director: Sheena Meziere.

Evan Mercer Cottondale High School, Cottondale, FL. Class of 2024. Instrument: Tuba, Director: Eddie Perales. I am very proud to have elected this student to receive this award. He is one of the most spirited and devoted musicians I have had the pleasure of teaching. He has made his town very proud as a student representative at various musical events.

Ivana Montano University Charter School, Livingston, AL. Class of 2027. Instrument: Flute, Director: Jordan McCants.

Gloria Monteen Trinity Academy, Industry, IL. Class of 2025. Instrument: Baritone, Director: Deanna Chatterton.

Latrell Moore Mullins High School, Mullins, SC. Class of 2024. Instrument: Tuba, Director: Kyrone Williams. Latrell Moore is an upcoming graduate, who plans to attend college and major in Physical Education. He demonstrate great leadership skills and has impacted so many young people in the band program.

Lucas Moore West Nassau High, Callahan, FL. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trombone, Director: William Jason Eason. 

Madison Mosteiko-Jalbert Berrien County High School, Nashville, GA. Class of 2024. Instrument: Percussion, Director: Alex Nguyen.

Adam Douglas Morrison Glenns Ferry High School, Glenns Ferry, ID. Class of 2024. Instrument: bass clarinet, Director: Shannon Wootan. Adam has been in band since the 6th grade. He has been selected for Honor Band two years in a row. Bass clarinet is his main instrument although he has taught himself other instruments.

Spencer Murdoff Campbell - Tintah Public Schools, Campbell, MN. Class of 2025. Instrument: Saxaphone, Director: Angie Glass. 

Sean Mahoney Narragansett Regional High School, Baldwinville, MA. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trombone, Tuba, Director: Thomas J. Salvadore. Sean is an outstanding student and Bandsman. Sean has been playing Trombone from the age of 10. He has given 8 years of dedicated service to our District. Sean does everything that is asked of him, he performs with the Concert Band, Marching Band, Chorus, Jazz Band and also appears in our annual school musicals. Sean has also mentored our younger plays with lessons after school. I can proudly nominate Sean for the John Philip Sousa Award unequivocally and without hesitation. Thank You, Musically Mr.Thomas J.Salvadore, NRHS Music.

Katy Jo Newman Ethel High School, Ethel, MS. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trumpet, Director: Shane Sprayberry. Katy Jo Newman has been first chair trumpet in the Ethel Tiger Band for the last 4 years. She is a 2023 member of the Mississippi Lion's All-State Band, has participated in numerous band clinics, served as Drum Major of the Tiger Band, and is an accomplished pianist. She has earned numerous awards and honors throughout high school, most notably the TIGERS award, Beta Club President, Star Student, and Valedictorian of the Class of 2024. Katy Jo will continue her education as an elementary education major at Mississippi State University this fall, where she has received a scholarship to participate in the Famous Maroon Band. She leaves behind a legacy of excellence and pride for others to aspire to. 

Sophia Newton Cloudcroft High School, Cloudcroft, NM. Class of 2025. Instrument: Horn, Director: Theron Coleman. Sophia has served as the CHS Bear Band Drum Major for the 2023-2024 school year. She is also a member of TSA, Student Council, NHS, Choir, and Cross Country. Sophia is dedicated to the growth and development of the Cloudcroft Music Programs and has served the program diligently.

Benjamin Ni Washington School, Greenville, MS. Class of 2024. Instrument: Flute, Director: Dawn Carlisle. Benjamin played flute and piccolo and served as drum major his senior year.

Owen Nichols UMS-Wright Preparatory School, Mobile, AL. Class of 2024. Instrument: Percussion, Director: Melissa Jokerst. Member of the UMS Band since 6th grade. Leadership positions: Percussion section leader for two years, 2022-2024; Assistant Drum Major 2022: Drum Major 2023; Awards: Band Director's Award 2022, Leonard Bernstein Award 2023.

Chris Nieto Reagan Educational Center, Clovis, CA. Class of 2024. Instrument: Tuba, Director: Scott Downs. Chris has gone above and beyond since entering band and being forced to play tuba. He has learned to love the tuba and has helped cultivate an incredible tuba section in his subsequent years at Clovis East. He is becoming an excellent tuba player and is on his way to becoming an amazing music teacher as well.

Elizabeth Oluwole Thornton Fractional North High School, Calumet City, IL. Class of 2024. Instrument: Percussion, Director: Pietro Pisello.

Presley Orr James F. Byrnes High School, Duncan, SC. Class of 2024. Instrument: Euphonium, Director: Chris Moss.

Erica A. Osborne Honaker High School, Honaker, VA. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trumpet, Director: T. Shawn Matney. Erica exemplifies the true meaning of leadership and excellence in music; in the classroom, on the field, and off the field. She is the school's Tri-M Music Honor Society President and Brass Captain. A stellar performer in all regards, most worthy of this prestigious award.

Evan Packer Barnesville High School, Barnesville, MN. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trombone, Director: Grace Tangen.

Sophie Palm Baker School, Baker, FL. Class of 2024. Instrument: Flute, piccolo & alto saxophone, Director: Stuart Campbell. Sophie served as Drum Major 2022-24 and received Superiors. She has also been in many honors bands including All-county and All-state, FSU Summer honor band and University of Mobile. Sophie has earned Superior at District solo & ensemble and Superior with distinction at State solo & ensemble.

Leonardo Paz Back of the Yards College Preparatory, Chicago, IL. Class of 2024. Instrument: Percussion, Director: Ajanette Guzman. I have chosen Leonardo Paz for this award because he is an amazing performer as well as section leader for the BOYCP Band/ Drumline. He is a very hard working, responsible individual who was also involved in the school musical as a guitarist and never once did he let anyone down. Leo plans to continue music after high school. He will be incredibly missed here at BOYCP!

Gracie Pennel Dewey Public Schools, Dewey, OK. Class of 2024. Instrument: Clarinet, Director: Denton Bodine. Gracie has been in the band for 7 years and has always played an important role in the program. She is an exceptional leader and student throughout the years and enjoys the little things of our program.

Mich Pfeffer Berkeley Springs High School, Berkeley Springs, WV. Class of 2024. Instrument: Flute, Director: Robert Myers.

Skyler Phillips Chesapeake High School, Pasadena, MD. Class of 2024. Instrument: Clarinet, Director: Gilbert Rupp. 

Sarah Pierce Greenup County High School, Greenup, KY. Class of 2024. Instrument: Flute, Piccolo and Piano, Director: Bradley E. Coleman. Sarah showed dedication to the band program at Greenup County High School through her commitment to excellence, superior instrumental technique in both any ensemble and as a soloist, leadership qualities, and unwavering positive attitude. In addition to her studies and extracurricular involvement, Sarah was the accompanist for the choir, flute section leader, and the first student from Greenup County to attend the KMEA All-State Band in 30 years.

Cortnee Pinion Strayhorn High School, Sarah, MS. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trumpet, Director: Buster Harris.

Damian Anthony Porras Harlingen High School, Harlingen, TX. Class of 2024. Instrument: Tenor Saxophone, Director: Maria Coronado. Texas All-State Marching band member - 3 years, Texas All-State Band Member -2024, UIL Area Jazz finalist - 2023 and 2024, UIL State Solo and Ensemble Silver Medalist, Marching band Section Leader along with many Outstanding Jazz Musician awards since 7th grade. He is also the winner of the Harlingen High School Louis Armstrong Jazz Award 2024.

Ayleigh Porter Minden High School, Minden, NE. Class of 2024. Instrument: Flute, Director: Matthew Stubbs.

Evan Porter National Trail High School, New Paris, OH. Class of 2024. Instrument: Euphonium, Director: Logan Klump. 

Taryn Quelland Canyon del Oro High School, Oro Valley, AZ. Class of 2024. Instrument: Bass Clarinet, Saxophone, Flute, Director: Ranee Schmuker.

Tiffany Ramirez Venus High School, Venus, TX. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trombone, Director: Ross Langdon. Tiffany is amazing band student! Tiffany has been the drum major for the Venus Bulldog Band for the past two years (helping the marching band receive straight 1's), she is first chair trombone player in the concert band and Jazz Band and made the All-Region band. Tiffany is also in the top ten in her graduating class! Therefore, as you can see, she is truly an amazing leader for the Band program, great musician and super smart! She plans on going to the University of Texas to pursue a degree in music education.

Todd Rosemarie Danbury Local Schools, Lakeside Marblehead, OH. Class of 2024. Instrument: Percussion, Director: Isaiah Miller.

Claire Rucker Sumner-Fredericksburg High School, Sumner, IA. Class of 2024. Instrument: Percussion, Director: Ethan Koch.

Nevaeh Russell Northeast Bradford Jr-Sr High School, Rome, PA. Class of 2024. Instrument: Flute & Piccolo, Director: Tinamarie Delsordo.

Brysen Rodriguez Lincolnton High School, Lincolnton, NC. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trombone, Director: William R Fisher. Brass Captain, Featured Soloist in the Wolfpack Marching Band, SCDBA All-District Band Participant (1st Chair Trombone), All-State Audition Eligible.

Andie Richeson Chilton County High School, Clanton, AL. Class of 2024. Instrument: French Horn, Director: Rebecca Curtin.

Alexandria Rish Uvalde High School, Uvalde, TX. Class of 2024. Instrument: Saxophone/Clarinet/Drum Major, Director: Abel Granados. Ms. Alexandria Rish is the head drum major for the Uvalde Coyote Band and holds the rank of Colonel with pride! In her time at Uvalde High School Col. Rish has displayed impeccable leadership skills, as well as tremendous talent as a performer of the Tenor Saxophone, Alto Saxophone and Clarinet in various ensembles at Uvalde HS. In her capacity as drum major she conducted the Uvalde Coyote Band at all official functions. She was active in our Jazz Program under the tutelage of Jazz Director Darren McCarty.

Luke Sanchez Payne Harper High School, Harper, TX. Class of 2024. Instrument: Baritone, Director: Sarah Rose.

Solomon Sanders Solon High School, Solon, OH. Class of 2024. Instrument: F Horn, Director: Mark Mauldin. Attending The University of Mount Union to study Music Education.

Ryder Schuch Saint Viator High School, Arlington Heights, IL. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trumpet, Director: Anetta Fortner.

Simon Sharp Locust Grove High School, Locust Grove, OK. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trumpet, Director: Cassie Coleman.

Jadyn Shull FJ Turner High School, Beloit, WI. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trombone, Director: William Brown. 

Payton Smidt Tri County Schools, De Witt, NE. Class of 2024. Instrument: Clarinet, Director: Nathan Morrissey.

Hannah Smith Stones Crying Out Band, Beaumont, TX. Class of 2024. Instrument: Flute, Director: Vanissa Mills. Hannah served SCOB as a dedicated, helpful, and talented student musician. We will greatly miss her presence, help, and talent and look forward to watching her progress musically in college! 

Mateo Stauffenecker Northwestern High School, Maple, WI. Class of 2024. Instrument: Flute, Director: Michael Hintzman.

Jacob Suarez Lake Minneola High School, Minneola, FL. Class of 2024. Instrument: Clarinet, Director: Brantley West.

Damon (DJ) Swaner Delaware County Christian School, Newtown Square, PA. Class of 2024. Instrument: Bass, Director: Matthew Jones. 

Rylan Tally Bonham ISD, Bonham, TX. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trumpet, Director: Chris Dickson.

Nikolas Terry Chaparral High School, Scottsdale, AZ. Class of 2024. Instrument: Tuba, Director: Jennifer Mireau. Four years in Wind Ensemble and Marching Band. One year in Jazz Band. Three years All-Region Honor Band. 1st Chair Tuba All-Region Honor Band 2024. Outstanding Soloist in Marching Band Show 2023 on Sousaphone. The Instrumentalist Musicianship Award in 2022. Sousaphone Section Leader 2022-2023 & 2023-2024. Band Council Vice President 2023-2024. The face of our school's CHAP's Values. Nik is an outstanding musician, a wonderful student, and an exceptional leader!

Lane Thompson Waskom High School, Waskom, TX. Class of 2024. Instrument: Saxophone, Director: Jeremy Gressman. Always willing to help improve the band, Lane has been an outstanding member of our band and truly embodies the spirit of a band kid. His love for the group always shows.

Riley Tompkins Mt. Vernon Township High School, Mt. Vernon, IL. Class of 2024. Instrument: Clarinet, Director: David J Mateyka. 

Luke Towers Boulder Creek High School, Anthem, AZ. Class of 2024. Instrument: Euphonium, Director: Joshua Burrola. Luke Towers is a dedicated musician who always strives to do his best no matter what, and accepts nothing less than the very best. There is no time since I have been Luke's director, that I have seen him slack off, he is always practicing, always working to be a better musician and example for others to follow. Luke has also been involved in multiple after-school groups such as brass ensemble, brass quintet, trumpet ensemble and jazz band.

Crew VanderWoude Cathedral High School, Indianapolis, IN. Class of 2024. Instrument: Tuba, Director: Ian Callen. 

Abie VanDuienen Pentwater Public School, Pentwater, MI. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trombone, Director: Jesse Rodriguez.

Joshua Vazquez Rice Consolidated High School, Altair, TX. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trumpet, Director: Kasey Chitmon. 

Raul Vazquez Drexel High School, Drexel, MO. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trumpet, Director: Jacob Eppel.

Abigail Viviers Forsyth Central High School, Cumming, GA. Class of 2024. Instrument: Alto Saxophone, Director: Thomas Tucker.

Peyton Wasson Plains High School, Plains, MT. Class of 2024. Instrument: Clarinet, Director: Loren Lauridson.

Weston Westerman Trico High School, Campbell Hill, IL. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trumpet, Director: Erica Adams.

Sage Whitt Lake Mary High School, Lake Mary , FL. Class of 2024. Instrument: Alto Saxophone, Director: Josh Langston. Sage has been an indispensable member of the band, excelling at baritone and alto sax, front ensemble and bass drum during marching band, and AP Music Theory. She also participates in various community groups, adding to her overall musical skills and achievements.

Gavin Wiens Redding Christian School, Palo Cedro, CA. Class of 2025. Instrument: Alto Saxophone, Director: Kim Davis. Gavin Wiens is an extremely talented musician and is very dedicated to learning his craft. Gavin is an exceptional student, mentor and peer and is always helping those around him.

Kanye Wigfall Crystal City High School, Crystal City, MO. Class of 2024. Instrument: Alto Saxophone, Director: Nicholas Webb. 

Nolan Wojchik Pacelli Catholic High School Band, Stevens Point, WI. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trombone, Director: Patty Bourgeois. 

Joshua Yang Lake Minneola High School, Minneola, FL. Class of 2024. Instrument: Saxophone, Director: Brantley West. 

Benjamin York Creekside High School, Saint Johns, FL. Class of 2024. Instrument: Clarinet, Director: Richard C Fowler Jr. JSYO, Scholarship, soon to attend UF to double major (Music and Biology).

Daniel Zamroz Island Trees High School, Levittown, NY. Class of 2024. Instrument: Trumpet, Director: Mr. Syed Hassan.

Kompton Zukowski Iroquois Jr./Sr. High School, Erie, Pennsylvania. Class of 2024. Instrument: Percussion/Trumpet, Director: Chris Wise. Kompton has grown so much as a musician and a person throughout my time with him in band. He participated in marching band as snare drummer and as a drum major his senior year. Kompton has had too many accomplishments to mention, but just to name one, he earned a DCA World Championship in the summer of 2024.