April 9, 2021

Nine named to All-State ensembles

Nine Upper St. Clair High School students successfully auditioned to participate in four 2021 Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA) All-State ensembles. Congratulations to the following students:

All-State Orchestra
Rumaysa Alam, grade 11, viola
Eleanor Alford, grade 10, viola
Sophie Chen, grade 11, violin
Naiya Livingston, grade 12, violin

All-State Chorus
Ben Lang, grade 12, bass
Rebecca Lang, grade 10, soprano
Maddie Nolen, grade 12, Alto

All-State Wind Ensemble
Phoebe Chen, grade 11, flute

All-State Concert Band
Steven Halpner, grade 12, percussion

Due to the pandemic, all PMEA All-State festivals are being conducted virtually April 14-17, 2021.

PMEA is a statewide nonprofit organization of more than 4,000 members, dedicated to promoting the musical development of all Pennsylvanians. The organization promotes and supports quality music education, learning and performance as well as promoting and supporting music education in schools and communities. PMEA is affiliated with The National Association for Music Education.