Three S-C Musicians Earn Top Honors

Three Smith-Cotton High School instrumental music students were honored with top awards during spring concerts for the orchestra and band programs.

Senior Andrew May received the Louis Armstrong Jazz Award, which honors the high school's outstanding jazz musician. Fellow senior Parker Ellison received the John Phillip Sousa Band Award, which recognizes superior musicianship and outstanding dedication.

Senior Patience McGinnis received the National School Orchestra Award. It recognizes excellence in playing and contributions to the ensemble.

In the photos:
ArmstrongAward: Smith-Cotton High senior Andrew May receives the Louis Armstrong Jazz Award from S-C Band Director Max Meigel, left, during the Spring Band Concert on April 30 in the Heckart Performing Arts Center.

SousaAward: Smith-Cotton High senior Parker Ellison, center, receives the John Phillip Sousa Band Award from S-C Band Director Max Meigel, left, and S-C Assistant Band Director Andrew Fischer, during the Spring Band Concert on April 30 in the Heckart Performing Arts Center.

OrchestraAward: Sedalia 200 district Orchestra Director Michael Moellman, right, presents the National School Orchestra Award to senior Patience McGinnis during the Spring Orchestra Concert on April 16 in the Heckart Performing Arts Center.