On Saturday, November 23, 2024 nine MCJHS choir and six MCJHS band students participated in the Jr. ILMEA Concert Band & Choir Festival at Eastern Illinois University. These students were selected for this honor by video auditions that occurred in October. Those participating in the Jr. Choir were Dani Arano-soprano, Luis Bohorquez-baritone., Cade Deisher-baritone, Bram Gordon-baritone, Andrew Hagerty-baritone, Colbie Heinrich-alto, Reece Macer-baritone, Kinley Mandrell-alto, and Dane Perry-baritone. Those participating in the Jr. Band were Madi Dawson-clarinet, Karis Hadra-trombone, Lucy Hall-alto sax, Abby McBroom-tenor Sax, Greyson Roberts-trombone, and Eli Wilcox-trumpet. Mrs. Ellen Wall also is currently serving as the Jr. Band Representative for ILMEA District 5.
Congratulations again to these students!