Melrose Area High School Students attended the Section 5A Solo Ensemble and Jazz Contest, held at Cathedral High School on Wednesday, April 9, 2025.
Students earning an Excellent Rating will receive a MN State Excellent Certificate
Students earning a Superior Rating will receive a MN State Superior Certificate and MN State medallion.
All Certificates, Medals and Trophies will be awarded at the Band Concert on Friday, May 2, 2025.
Excellent Ratings of 28-34 Points:
Mathew Stalboerger - Trombone Solo
Jocelyn Ramirez - Flute Solo
Ramona Lurken Tvrdik - Trumpet Solo
Derick Rademacher - Trumpet Solo
Superior Ratings of 35-40 Points:
Landon Clear - Trombone Solo
Max Sakry - Trombone Solo
Tim Wilwerding - Trombone Solo
Tim Wilwerding and Max Sakry - Trombone Duet
Ramona Lurken Tvrdik, Hailey Hammond, Emily Sand - Trumpet, Tenor Sax, Euphonium; Mixed Trio
Ava Wensmann - Bari Sax Solo
Stacy Timp - Alto Sax Solo
Avery Braegelmann - Bari Sax Solo
Malachi Piche - Trumpet Solo
Nina Prout - French Horn Solo
Nina Prout - Violin Solo
Camilla McCormick - Flute Solo
Hailey Hammond - Tenor Sax Solo
Lydia Prout - Trumpet Solo
Lydia Prout & Malachi Piche - Violin Solo with Piano Accompaniment
Best in Site Awards:
Nina Prout - Violin Solo - Score: 40/40
Lydia Prout & Malachi Piche - Violin Solo with Piano Accompaniment - Score: 40/40
Jazz Band - Superior Rating - Score: 40/40 and MN State Trophy
Congratulations to all Band Students!