<p><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px">This past Saturday, March 28, five of our high school band students from Frontier School of Excellence competed at the MSHSAA District 15 Solo &amp; Ensemble Festival at Grain Valley High School. Each student performed a solo piece for their instrument, and all five delivered impressive performances.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px">Karen C. earned a "1" (Exemplary) rating for her stunning performance of&nbsp;</span><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px"><em>Fantasy Pieces</em></span><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px">&nbsp;on clarinet. An Exemplary rating is the highest score a competitor can achieve at this festival, and as a result, Karen will advance to the state-level competition at the University of Missouri on May 2.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px">Renargo M. and Taurean F. received a "2" (Superior) rating on their respective trumpet solos, earning celebratory medals for their excellent performances. Rolando S. and Kristofer C. earned "3" (Satisfactory) ratings for their solid and skillful performances.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 18px">We are incredibly proud of our talented musicians and their dedication to excellence in music. Congratulations to all!</span></p>

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