Members of the Prairie Point 8th grade band achieved remarkable success! On December 7th, several members were selected for the Northeast Iowa Bandmasters Association (NEIBA) Honor Band. They spent the day rehearsing with a renowned music educator and then performed in a concert that afternoon. 

In addition, three students earned the prestigious honor of being selected for the Iowa Bandmasters Association (IBA) All-Iowa 8th Grade Honor Band, with two as alternates. This is the highest accolade an 8th grader can receive in Iowa. These exceptional students will represent Prairie Point Middle School at the annual IBA Conference in Des Moines.

These students will have the unique opportunity to learn from a nationally recognized composer and educator, culminating in a concert for families and band directors from across the state.

Representing Prairie Point Middle School in the NEIBA Honor Band:

Emma Meyer, Flute
Livvie Myers, Oboe
Mason Lamb, Oboe
Sutton Rose, Bassoon
Owen Dunham, Clarinet
Daniel Schuett, Alto Saxophone
Chan Phong Ton, Trumpet
Talia Tungsiripat, French Horn
Zoe Packard, Trombone
Collin Gilland, Tuba

Students selected for the All-Iowa 8th Grade Honor Band:

Emma Meyer, Flute
Livvie Myers, Oboe
Collin Gilland, Tuba

Students selected as alternates:

Mason Lamb, Oboe
Sutton Rose, Bassoon