Several students across the Central High School District were selected as participants/alternates for the 2022 New York State School Music Association All-State Music Festival.

The All-State selection process begins during the previous school year. To be considered for All-State, students must first be recommended by their music director and perform a Level 6 audition piece at the spring NYSSMA festival receiving a score of 98 or higher.

The following students have been accepted and will travel to Rochester on Dec. 1 to participate in four days of intense rehearsals and performances.

Massimo Marino of John F. Kennedy High School – symphonic band (bassoon), Aden Abramovitz of Kennedy – chorus (tenor 2), Ruby Mattes of Wellington C. Mepham High School – symphony orchestra (double bass) and Liam Osborne, also of Mepham – instrumental jazz (tenor trombone).

Alternates are Jessica Blumberg of Kennedy –Orchestra (violin), Amanda Falls of Sanford H. Calhoun High School– chorus (Soprano 2, Liam Osborne of Mepham - Jazz Ensemble (jazz piano) and Fiona Wong of Calhoun – band (snare drum).

“We are so proud of these young musicians on this outstanding accomplishment,” said Cheryl Fontana, the district’s director of the fine & performing arts.“Being selected as an All-State Musician not only reflects their exceptional talent, but more importantly their passion & dedication to music throughout their educational career.”

The students are taught under the direction of Walter Avellaneda, Anthony Brandofino, Emily Kenyon, Jeanette Pincus, Ed Tumminelli, Catherine Vedilago and Rachel Shapiro.

Date Added: 10/17/2022