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The following students participated in State Solo Contest for band. The contest took place at Walker High School and the scores were as follows:

Angie Rajdl-Clarinet Solo-Excellent Rating; Patrick Kemper-Trumpet Solo-Excellent Rating; Jake Spartz-Trumpet Solo- Superior Rating; Alex Burch-Trumpet Solo- Superior Rating; Liz Tabaka-Flute Solo-Superior Rating, Perfect Score, Best at Site.

Congratulations to all of the students for their fine work. Also, Northland High School would like to express their appreciation to Mr. Jim Mason of Grand Rapids for accompanying these students on the piano.

Liz Tabaka recently traveled to Northfield, Minn., to participate in the St. Olaf honor band which is a recommendation based acceptance honor band. The day consisted of rehearsals with Major Manfred Heidler Ph. D, who is the director of the German Air Force band, as well as a performance that was broadcast cast live over the internet. Liz has also auditioned and been accepted to play in the University of North Dakota honor band in January. This is a highly competitive audition process and to be accepted is an honor. Congratulations to Liz and her fine accomplishments this year![[In-content Ad]]

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