(West Islip, NY) On Saturday, March 8th, seven student musicians from St. John the Baptist Diocesan High School participated in the SCMEA Division III All-County Festival held at Southampton High School. This concert, which features a chorus, orchestra and band, is comprised of some of the finest young musicians in Suffolk County. Students were selected based on their high scores at the NYSSMA solo adjudication festival last May. In these ensembles, students participate in three fast paced, intense rehearsals with prominent conductors in the choral and instrumental fields.
Students that participated from St. John the Baptist Diocesan High School include:
- Amanda Cohen, (All- County Orchestra, Violin) (Babylon Resident)
- Skylar deBoer, (All-County Mixed Choir, Tenor) (St. James Resident)
- Brigid Fitall, (All-County Mixed Choir, Alto) (Islip Resident)
- John Guiliano, (All-County Mixed Choir, Tenor) (East Islip Resident)
- Kevin Jacobsen, (All-County Band, Trumpet) (Islip Terrace Resident)
- Nicole Selg, (All-County Mixed Choir, Soprano) (Medford Resident)
- Kaila Stang, (All-County Mixed Choir, Soprano) (Babylon Resident)
Mr. Jared Berry, Director of Choirs, stated that “each year our students exceed expectations with their performance at the NYSSMA solo adjudication festival. The increasing number of SJB students being invited to perform in county wide honors ensembles is a true testament to their hard work and dedication to improving their musical craft.”
About St. John the Baptist Diocesan High School
About St. John the Baptist Diocesan High School: 1,700 students attend St. John the Baptist DHS, a college preparatory Catholic High School located on the south shore in West Islip. As part of the Diocese of Rockville Centre, St. John’s offers a value-centered education that recognizes the unique talents and abilities of each child, while fostering a school environment that challenges students to reach their true potential. Open since 1966, St. John’s offers a rigorous curriculum and extensive activity and athletic programs. Students have the opportunity to take numerous Advanced Placement classes and 99% of St. John’s graduates continue on to higher education. For Mission Statement and additional information: http://www.stjohnsdhs.org/.
