The Jackson Hole High School Band received a rating of Superior for the seventh straight year at the Wyoming Music Educators Association Southwest District Music Festival yesterday. The festival was held at Evanston High School, and included bands, orchestras and choirs from Big Piney, Cokeville, Evanston, Jackson, Kemmerer, Lyman, Mountain View, Pinedale and Star Valley. Each performing group was evaluated by a panel of judges and scored on several different elements including tone, intonation, rhythm, interpretation, balance/blend and technique. They were also scored on other factors, such as choice of literature, performance attire and professionalism. The scores for each of these individual categories is then combined to determine a final rating with the highest being Superior. The band was praised for its energy, dynamic contrast and attention to detail. The percussion section specifically complimented as were several individual band members. The Jackson Hole High School Band will perform the pieces used in competition at the Spring Band Concert May 21st.
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