Spots with the highest scores are filled first and then selection continues to the next highest scores. All state solo at Level 6 is highest level that public school student can go on. Students must prepare and perform a solo at a Level 6. Students are recommended by their teachers, but a committee makes the final selection. Students will be working with professional conductors, but they only have two days, so they are expected to come in knowing their notes, heir rhythms, and their music. Something to note, not all students are privately trained in addition to their instruction and lessons at NFA, which is a real acknowledgement of the strength of the music program throughout the district. Other schools participating in the zone are from Greene County, Ulster County, Sullivan County, Orange County, and Rockland County.īeing selected and performing at NYSSMA is both challenging and prestigious. Thirteen students are the most students the district has had qualify in some time. The Newburgh Free Academy Music Department is sending 13 students to perform at area all-state for the New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA) this weekend.

Never be afraid to reach out and ask for help, and always dedicate yourself to whatever makes you fulfilled even if your goals seem impossible to others.NFA Main sends record 13 students to NYSSMA How does this scholarship help you in the future: This scholarship gives me a resource that can alleviate my future financial strain seeking out an education in music is extremely expensive, and my final education goal would be to pursue a Ph.D., so having this support is a relief that I am thankful to have!Īdvice for younger musicians in the district (elementary/middle school students): If you believe that you can do something, there is always a way. NYSMMA Participation/Level Achieved: Attended NYSSMA All-State both years (Level 6).Ĭollege you will be attending: Eastman School of Music with the intended major of Music Composition.įuture Career Plans/Hopes: I want to be able to have my concert music performed and appreciated, while also being able to teach composition and viola, ideally through a professorship. Musical Awards/Recognition you have received: SWCMEA Scholarship (2019) and President of Tri-M Music Honors Society (2019-2020). Saratoga Youth Symphony (principal violist, 2017-2020), SUNY Albany Symphony Orchestra (2019-2020), Skidmore Symphony Orchestra (2020), NYSSMA All-State Symphony Orchestra (2018) and String Orchestra (2019), All-County (principal violist, 2017-2020), Suburban Council (2018, 2020), and Area All-State (2017, 2018). Musical Ensemble(s) you have participated in and years of participation: SSHS-Chamber (2017-2020) and Concert Orchestra (principal violist, 2016-2017, 2019-2020), Fiddle Club (2016-2020) and string quartet (2019-2020). Instruments you play/voice: Viola (8 yrs.), Violin (2 yrs.) and Bass (10 mos.).

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