Potomac School Bands Take the Big Apple by Storm
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Potomac School Bands Take the Big Apple by Storm
Last weekend, the Upper School Concert and Jazz Bands took part in the Heritage Music Festival at Riverside Church in New York City. The festival was an adjudicated event featuring music programs from around the country, and the Potomac bands left their mark with outstanding performances.
The concert band received an overall gold rating and first place in their division, while the jazz band earned an overall gold rating, finished first in their division, and received the festival Adjudicator Award for an overall judged average of superior. In addition, Lauren Hilliard ’25 received the Maestro Award for outstanding jazz soloist of the festival for her improv solos on “Backatown” and “Take Five.”
The bands also displayed their professionalism and respect towards other ensembles, earning the Potomac School bands the coveted Spirit Award. This award is given to one program that carries themselves with professional decorum and shows respect towards other ensembles.
Beyond the festival, the students enjoyed a range of enriching experiences, including a dinner cruise around the city, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and a matinee of Hadestown. The trip was a resounding success, congratulations to Mr. DiCuirci, Mr. Heidtmann, and all the band members for their outstanding performances!