Congratulations to the 11 high school students named to the 2026 New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA) Area All-State music ensembles.

Selected students are:

Band
Matthew Milby, Alto Sax
Daniel Oenga, Bb Clarinet

Treble Choir
Charlie Curabba
Leah Hoolan
Abigail Mauras
Meadow Monaco
Camilla Montes
Zuri Poinsette
Madison Tvedt
Morgan Varian
Katie Warnken

The Area-All State Festival is composed of the top student musicians from Greene, Orange, Rockland, Sullivan and Ulster counties. Selections are based on solo evaluation results last spring and teacher recommendation. Their selection for Area-All State is a meaningful recognition of students’ musical talent, dedication and hard work they have demonstrated throughout the year.

The Zone 9 Area-All State Music Festival will take place on Nov. 20 and 21 at Tri-Valley Secondary School in Grahamsville.