Two members of the Mount Pleasant High School Jazz Band were named to the All-Region Jazz Band after auditions at Pine Tree High School on Thursday, September 23. In order to audition, students had to prepare three short technical pieces in the jazz style, and improvise with a rhythm section. Having only a few short weeks to prepare, each piece required a high level of skill, as well as a mastery of the jazz style.

Those named to the All-Region Jazz Band include junior Manoa Bagsic (3rd chair Trumpet) and junior Madison Carpenter (3rd chair Alto Saxophone).

“I’m extremely proud of each student that auditioned,” said MPHS Jazz Band Director, Jamey Sterrett. “Their hard work, and dedication to excellence continues to set them apart from all others. I’m truly honored to assist them on their musical journey.”

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MPHS Jazz Band Director, Jamey Sterrett, Madison Carpenter, Manoa Bagsic (photo by MPHS senior Michelle Calderon)