Star Student Musicians in the CMEA Honor Band

Sheldon High School’s Performing Arts Center and Theater recently hosted our own Amy Bitar’s ‘28 performance in the CMEA Middle School Honor Band and Aric Reuben ‘26 in the High School Honor band. The CMEA (California Music Educators Association), Capitol Section, is made up of music educators from Sacramento, Yolo, Placer, El Dorado and Amador counties.This event was the result of 3 months and many hours of work by the students in preparation for the audition, being assigned a seat in the band, rehearsals and finally the performance. Special thanks to our Director of Bands, Kurt Pearsall, as well as their parents for supporting their efforts.

Mr. Pearsall shared, “Both Honor Bands were outstanding and almost flawless in the final concert. Our two students were phenomenal in representing Country Day, and had an experience that can only be possible with such a process. The auditorium was fantastic as well, and only made the performance better. It was like listening to a recording that came to life.”

Enjoy a peek into Aric’s concert and Amy’s concert.