Qualifying for All-State

Q: What does being a state qualifier mean to you?  A: “If you would’ve told me my freshman year that I [would be] an all-stater, I probably would’ve told you that you’re crazy. It’s a really big accomplishment and I’m proud of myself for pushing through, working hard and accomplishing this goal I wanted.” Q: How long did you have to prepare for state?  A: “We got the mus...

Q: What does being a state qualifier mean to you? A: “It determines how hard I work. I’ve been practicing almost every day which is a way to get better at my skills and I wasn’t necessarily focused on getting a higher chair [and] making myself better as a chair.” Q: How long did you prepare for state? A: “I [practiced] six months with the same pieces. It’s been a goal [of mine] since fresh...

Q: What does being a state qualifier mean to you? A: “I think it really means not only being a good musician, but having the work ethic and the motivation to put in all that time on the audition music.” Q: How long did you have to prepare for state? A: “I got my music in July or August. Then, we auditioned for region in December. [I] advanced [and] auditioned for area the week after win...