Category: Performing Arts News

The Monticello High School Chamber Singers, under the direction of Mrs. Marissa Jurow, had the opportunity to perform at the annual “Music in the Parks” ensemble series in Middletown, NJ. The group performed for two distinguished adjudicators who judged their performance and musicianship based on the National Core Arts Standards.    Their well-prepared performance blew away the judges, and the group received a first-place trophy in the “Mixed Chorus” category with a rating of Superior! Additionally, they won first …

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The Monticello High School Performing Arts Department participated in several exciting trips to New York City over the past few weeks. First, the Tri-M Music Honor Society had the opportunity to see “Operation Mincemeat”, an exciting new Broadway production. As an added bonus, the students were able to meet and talk with pit orchestra member …

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A huge congratulations to Kenny Walz for his outstanding performances in the NYSSMA All-State String Orchestra in Rochester! Kenny was selected to play double bass in the All State Orchestra and provided the opportunity to work with some of the top musicians in NY State throughout a weekend-long rehearsal which culminated in a final concert.  When asked about his experience, Kenny commented that he was so inspired by the high …

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Five Monticello High School student musicians participated in the 2025 Zone 9 Area All State Music Festival on Nov. 21 and 22 at Cornwall High School. Students were accepted to these distinguished performing ensembles based on their exceptional NYSSMA Solo Festival performances last spring.  The students most notably enjoyed the opportunity to collaborate at a high level with other like-minded music students, and each said the experience …

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Freshman vocalist Sophia Kania came out victorious in the 2025 Monti Idol singing competition! The contest, held this past Friday at Monticello High School, featured top vocalists singing several selections of their best works to an excitable audience and a panel of faculty judges. Sophia’s winning musical theatre inspired repertoire included the hit songs “Freak …

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