Paris Independent School District

The Paris Junior High School band students recently traveled to Pine Tree High School to audition for TMEA Region IV Middle School All-Region Bands. This audition includes students from five different schools.

PJH had 15 students who qualified for the TMEA Region IV All-Region Bands.

Symphonic Band:
Brianna Hodges – 1st chair Baritone
BJ Frazier – 3rd chair Baritone
Dominic Gonzalez – 3rd chair Percussion
William Germany – 3rd chair Alto Saxophone

Concert Band:
Michelle Reynaga – 6th chair Flute
Cora Crutchley – 10th chair Flute
Shaunessy Wortham – 3rd chair Clarinet
Zoee Cass – 15th chair Clarinet
Makynzie Davis – 1st chair Bass Clarinet
Georgia Gibbs – 7th chair Trumpet
Emma Bedford – 4th chair Horn
Nathan Darst – 8th chair Horn
Ashton Farren – 3rd chair Trombone
Melody Horta – 3rd chair Tuba
Luke Whitley – 5th chair Tuba

“I couldn’t be more proud of our PJH students who auditioned for All-Region this year,” said PJH Band Director Beverly Ewing. “Their determination and countless hours of preparation truly showed. Reaching this level takes tremendous focus and drive, and our students proved that their love for music is stronger than ever.”

These students will participate in the All-Region Clinic and Concert on December 13th at Paris Junior High. The concert will be held in the Weger Auditorium starting at 5:00 pm and is free to attend.