WHS Hosting NHMEA Jazz All State Festival

By Karen Seyward

Dean of Fine Arts – Windham High School

WHS is pleased to be hosting the 30^th anniversary of the NHMEA Jazz All State Festival, from Thursday, February 2 through Saturday, February 4. 

110 of the top student vocalists and instrumentalists will be working with professional conductors in preparation for a gala concert on Saturday afternoon, Feb.4 beginning at 1:00 PM in the auditorium.

WHS has several students who have been accepted into the festival. They are: Jake Simard, Pat Stap, Julia Enos, Patrick Fitzgerald, and Cassie Cole. This is a tremendous opportunity for them to master their jazz skills and collaborate with other students over the next few days.

In addition to the Saturday concert, there will be a Friday evening Jazz All State Alumni Celebration Concert, beginning at 7:30 PM. This concert will feature past All State participants from the last 30 years, many of whom are now successful performers and educators.

Both concerts are open to the public, and tickets ($10 for Friday concert and $15 for Saturday concert) can be purchased at the door. For more information, please call the Music Department at 537-2400 x 5205.