MEXICO — Eleven Mexico High School student musicians and two alternates have been selected for the 2026 New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA) Zone 4 Senior High Area All-State Festival, according to a news release from the Center for Instruction, Technology & Innovation.
The festival is scheduled for Nov. 20–21 at Oswego High School and brings together high school musicians from across the region.
Mexico High School will be represented by six students in the Symphonic Band, three in the Mixed Choir and two in the Treble Choir. Two students were selected as alternates, one for band and one for choir.
Symphonic Band
- Sophie Madden – Oboe
- Jacob Upcraft – Clarinet
- Aiden Kunz – Tenor Saxophone
- Dylan Hoey – Trumpet
- Makayla Bee – Trombone
- McKenzie Bristol – Tuba
Mixed Choir
- Emily McCoy – Alto I
- Matilda Tunis – Alto I
- Ben Parker – Bass I
Treble Choir
- Isabella Ladd – Soprano II
- Nataleigh Smith – Soprano I
Alternates
- Ethan Gilbert – Choir
- Marshall Rowley – Band
Selection to the Area All-State Festival is a significant achievement and reflects the students’ musical abilities and dedication to their art, said MHS Band Director Corrine Upcraft and Choral Director Laura Washburn.
Discover more from Oswego County Today
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.
Be the first to comment