SNYDER, TX — Twenty Snyder High School Band students competed at the UIL Solo and Ensemble Competition, earning multiple top ratings and advancing nine performers to the Texas State Solo and Ensemble Competition at the end of May.
To advance to State, a Class 1 Ensemble or a memorized Class 1 Solo must receive a Division 1 rating from the judge. Several Snyder High School musicians met that high standard. Earning a Division 1 rating reflects exceptional preparation, technical skill, and musicality.
Division 1 – Superior Ratings
Solos
Jackson Allen – Trumpet
Destin Dagani – Euphonium (State Qualifier)
Casen Dunham – Tenor Saxophone
Miranda Ruiz – Bass Clarinet
Flute Trio
Ava Campos
June Hurst
Toby Thammavongsa
Division 1 – Superior Ratings and State Qualifiers
Brass Sextet
Jackson Allen – Trumpet
Nathan Armenta – Trumpet
Destin Dagani – Euphonium
Samantha Neves – Trombone
Lily Rauch – French Horn
Gavin Rodriguez – Tuba
Brass Quintet
Nathan Armenta – Trumpet
Sarai Castillo – Trumpet
Gavin Rodriguez – Tuba
Leo Medina – French Horn
Jeramiah Medina – Trombone
Division 2 – Excellent Ratings
Percussion Quartet
Colton Banta
Emily Cortez
Tuff Leatherwood
Lily Rauch
Solos
Melanie George – Clarinet
Kevan Salgado – Clarinet
Elladora Schulein – Clarinet
Snyder High School congratulates all 20 students for their dedication, preparation, and professionalism they demonstrated in representing the SHS Band.
The nine advancing performers will compete at the Texas State Solo and Ensemble Competition in late May.