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Marshwood band and chorus earn medals at Chicago festival; senior singled out for judge's award
Summary
Marshwood students returned from a four-day trip to Chicago where the band earned a gold medal (second place), the chorus earned a silver medal, and senior Charlotte Smith received a judge's award that could lead to a Carnegie Hall performance opportunity.
Patrick Gratian, who led the student trip, reviewed highlights from the band and chorus trip to Chicago. Students visited cultural sites, attended the Chicago Symphony and participated in the WorldStrides Heritage Music Festival.
The band was awarded a gold medal (second place) and the chorus received a silver medal at the festival. During the event, judges awarded Charlotte Smith a special judge's recognition that the staff described as an opportunity to apply to perform at Carnegie Hall through a student festival program; details will be confirmed by the students and staff.
Patrick described a full itinerary that included museum visits, a performance festival, and educational experiences that staff said broadened students' musical appreciation. The board and community members thanked the music staff for arranging the trip and congratulated students on their performances.
Next steps: staff will follow up with details about the Carnegie Hall opportunity and provide trip documentation as part of program reporting to the district.
