Good evening,

We had a wonderful week last night that is worth celebrating!

Schedule for the week:

Tuesday: Percussion Ensemble until 4:15 (switched from Thursdays to Tuesdays)

Wednesday: Jazz Band until 4:15

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Drew Williams Selected for CSO Composition Competition

Drew Williams was chosen as one of the three winners of the 2023 CSO Young Composer Competition. His composition entitled, “Major Maxim’s Triumph” will receive its premiere by the Carroll Symphony Orchestra at their February 9th concert at the Carroll County Schools Performing Arts Center. Drew is the first student in CMS history to win this competition.

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All State

Congratulations to Xander Adams and Brayan Calix Alberto who earned a spot in the 2024 Georgia All State Band. They auditioned with over 1200 students to earn a spot in this prestigious ensemble this past Saturday. These two students will travel to Athens, Georgia in early March to rehearse with a guest conductor and musicians from across the state. They will end perform a culminating concert with the ensemble on Saturday, March 2nd.

Xander and Brayan are pictured with CMS Principal, Eric Simmons

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Pass Offs

Our students are working through a system known as a “pass off” system in all band classes. Students must successfully perform eleven pass off lines for one of the band directors in order to complete the entire page. Students perform these small songs meant to demonstrate their skill and understanding of various concepts. Once students complete their pass offs, their name is added to the wall of fame and they are invited to our donut and juice party at the end of the 9 weeks. Cooper Mullins was the first student to complete his pass offs successfully. Congratulations!

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Upcoming Dates:

District Honor Band: February 8th-10th

Pre- L.G.P.E. Concert: March 5th

L.G.P.E. Concert: March 22nd

Carowinds Trip: April 12-13

Have a wonderful rest of your Monday evening!

Sincerely,

Ms. Maria Menendez

maria.menendez@carrolltoncityschools.net