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District Congratulations

All of my students who auditioned for districts did extremely well this year. Those that did not make it came VERY close. I am very proud of you all!

Late congratulations go to Mark Soo who made Senior District and had a wonderful time at the event.

Congratulations go to Michael Soo who as a Freshman missed getting into Senior Districts by one point. Michael made first chair in Junior Districts! Michael has only been playing for 2 years, so this is quite a feat!

Congratulations to Christopher Souza who made Districts as a 7th grader. You rock, Chris!!

Congratulations to everyone for working so hard and getting up in front of a judge with confidence!

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