The High School Symphonic Bands earned straight "1" ratings from all judges (including sight-reading) at the State Festival on Wednesday. The High School Concert Band earned an "Excellent 2" rating. Thank you to all students for your dedication and for sharing your musicianship with so many. Also thank you to Mr. Lovell and Mr. Cordray for your hard work and dedication to the students!!

I am so proud of you all!!
--Mrs. Rogers

Members of the Neosho high school band participated in district solos  and ensembles on Saturday, March 6 at Missouri Southern State University in Joplin, MO. The students did a fantastic job especially considering the festival was held more than a month earlier than normal. We have seen growth in the number of students participating in the event and a steady increase in the number of "1" ratings (which sends the students to the University of Missouri—Columbia for state festival in May.) Last year we took 9 instrumental events to state, and this year that number has climbed to 13. Congratulations to all the students who participated.

The following students earned a 1 rating and the right to perform their event at the state level.
Shawna B. Junior, Flute Solo
Carlie G. Freshman, Flute Solo
Aly W., Sarah H., Shawna B., Juniors, Flute Trio
Molly S. Senior, Clarinet Solo
Amanda Y. Senior, Bass Clarinet Solo
Mary Beth G. Sophomore, Alto Saxophone Solo
Elsa R. Senior, Tenor Saxophone Solo
Elsa R., Dustin S., Shawna B. Senior/Sophomore/Junior, Saxophone Trio
Forrest B. Freshman, Trumpet Solo
Neoy D. Sophomore, French Horn Solo
Sean A., Noey D., Anthony H., Olivia H. Junior/Sophomore/Senior/Junior, French Horn Quartet
Ethan S. Senior, Trombone Solo
Chris H. Senior, Tuba Solo

Students receiving 2 ratings:
Michaela T. Senior, Flute Solo
Aly W. Junior, Flute Solo
Danielle B. Freshman, Flute Solo
Mindy L. Sophomore, Clarinet Solo
Kristen G. Sophomore, Clarinet Solo
Emily G. Senior, Clarinet Solo
Mindy L., Madison S., Amanda B. Sophomore/Freshman/Junior, Clarinet Trio
Spencer G. Sophomore, Trombone Solo
Kameron S., Tyler C., Brandon C., Freshmen, Percussion Trio
Cody Y. Junior, Piano Solo

Students receiving 3 ratings:
Ryan S. Senior, Trumpet Solo
Nathan B. Freshman, Trumpet Solo
Sara M. Junior, Piano Solo

Student receiving 4 rating:
Sean A. Junior, French Horn Solo 

The High School Jazz received "I" — Outstanding ratings across the board from all judges at the Pittsburg State University Jazz Festival on Friday, March 5. Congratulations also to the following students who received outstanding musicianship awards from the judges: Nathan on trumpet, Spencer on trombone, Cody on piano, and Hal on bass.

Great job jazzers!

8th Grade Jazz Band 

The 8th grade jazz band has started rehearsing this semester. We meet 7th hour everyday for about 45 minutes. The students are given the opportunity to play secondary instruments and will begin to learn the jazz language and will give a concert in the spring.