Music ensembles excel at NYSSMA Majors Festival

GOSHEN — The Goshen High School Chamber Orchestra, Symphonic Band and Stage Band performed June 7 at the New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA) Majors Festival at Kingston High School.
NYSSMA Majors is a state adjudication festival for large ensembles. Ensembles perform three selections for two NYSSMA-trained adjudicators and are evaluated on tone, intonation, balance, technique, accuracy/execution, rhythm, interpretation and group appearance/discipline. Scores earned in each of these categories are combined, and the ensemble is awarded a Gold, Silver, or Bronze Rating. Ensembles that are exceptional on all three of their prepared selections are awarded Gold With Distinction.
Both the Chamber Orchestra and Symphonic Band performed level 5 music and received a Gold award for their performances. The Stage Band performed level 6 music (the highest level available), and received Gold with Distinction.