So, Xander is really into his music. He practices every day, he loves band. He loves Jazz band. He even calls himself a "band geek" and is proud of it. So, the night of his last concert for Jazz Band and regular band was bittersweet for him. He has had two amazing band teachers. I personally think they are the best in the area. They have inspired him and motivated him and challenged him.
Flute is not a major part of a jazz band, but they still have them. Last year they didn't want to have a flute. This year, he begged. And then they asked him to solo in the concert!!!
In addition to the concerts, they had an awards ceremony. Here he is standing for receiving outstanding marks in the solo festival for flute and piccolo and for making 2nd chair in district band. All great honors! (The girl who was first chair only beat him by one point!)
And getting his certificate for solo festival.....
Then came the surprise..... He was voted by his peers as the "Most Outstanding Musician!"
He definitely deserves it and was so happy!
Here he is with some of the others who got awards that evening.
Ms. Gammon and Mrs. Phillips are the best teachers! We will miss them very much!
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