Wingate band director Dr. Price and Monroe Middle School band director Mr. Retzlaff recenlty hosted a trumpet masterclass given by Don Tison, former principal trumpet of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra.
Our very own Kyle Johnson participated in the master class. Kyle performed music that he is preparing for an upcoming audition and received coaching from Mr. Tyson on various aspects of his playing. It's rare that high school musicians have the opportunity to perform for professional musicians and it takes a great deal of courage.
We are so proud of Kyle for accepting the challenge of performing in the master class and wish him luck in his upcoming auditions!
Central Academy of Technology and Arts is home to over 800 high school students in Union County, North Carolina who have have chosen to focus their studies in one of six academies. The CATA band program is proud to offer students a traditional band experience within the academy setting complete with concert, marching and jazz ensembles that perform on a regular basis. The CATA band program is under the direction of Mr. Craig Retzlaff - craig.retzlaff@ucps.k12.nc.us