Eleven student-musicians at Byram Hills High School earned honors from the Westchester County School Music Association and were selected to perform in Area All-State ensembles.
The competitive selection process was based on their outstanding performances and scores at New York State School Music Association solo festivals in the spring.
“Congratulations to our student-musicians,” Director of Fine Arts Marc Beja said. “We are proud of their strong showing and excited for their performances. Thank you to choir teacher Dr. Douglas Coates, orchestra teacher Aaron Lockwood and band teacher Billy Petito for their deep commitment to supporting our students.”
The students will have three rehearsals with their ensemble in October, with the final concerts scheduled for Oct. 24 at New Rochelle High School.
The students are:
Sophomore Keshav Deshpande – Cello, Symphony Orchestra
Sophomore Chris Gjelaj – Violin, String Orchestra
Sophomore Michel Rabbah – Violin, String Orchestra
Junior Paloma Hussain – Cello, Symphony Orchestra
Senior Liana Brown – Soprano 2, Treble Choir
Senior Darby Schlosser – Soprano 2, Treble Choir
Junior Isabel Cooper – Trumpet, Symphony Orchestra
Sophomore Nico Johnson – Baritone Saxophone, Concert Band
Senior Lucas Rivalsi – Trumpet, Concert Band
Sophomore Caitlin Kmetz – Trumpet, Concert Band
Senior Chloe Ferreira Szilagyi – French Horn, Concert Band