HHS instrumentalists rate well at Branson

Written by Hillsboro Free Press Wednesday, 09 May 2007 09:31

The Hillsboro High School bands received three trophies at competition in Branson, Mo., this past weekend.

The concert band received an “Excellent Rating” trophy, the jazz band received both a “Superior Rating” trophy and a trophy for “Best in Class.”

Four individuals received awards as the outstanding performer on their particular instrument: Kelsey Unruh, alto saxophone; Lora Andrews tenor saxophone; Joe Fisher, upright bass; and Mitchell Koop, drum set.

The band program is directed by Gregg Walker.