5 Dragons to perform at All-Virginia Band and Orchestra, April 26th

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Congratulations to the following three students who were selected for the All-Virginia Band:

  • Audrey Tang (’26-Chesterfield)
    • Michael “Trip” Taylor III (’25-Chesterfield)
    • Peize Wang (’25-Henrico)

And there is more! Congratulations, too for the following two students selected for the All-Virginia Orchestra:

  • Fielding Teague (’26-Chesterfield)
    • Peter Yanovitch (’26-Chesterfield)

These ensembles are the most prestigious student ensembles in Virginia. Being accepted into them is a significant achievement for students.

The concert is open to the public on Saturday, April 26th, starting at 1:15 PM at the Richmond Convention Center. The event concludes at 4:30 PM.

Band and orchestra are taught by Nicholas Merillat and Allison Barnes at MLWGS.

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