Local music student to play in all-state symphony

Outstanding music students from across Washington have received top honors by being selected to participate in the 54th annual Washington Music Educators Association's (WMEA) All State Band, Orchestra, Choir, Jazz Band and/or Jazz choir.

Erin Turner, a student from Wahkiakum High School has been selected for the All-State Wind Symphony. Turner plays the French horn and was selected by her music teacher Darla Mead.

The WMEA groups will convene in Yakima on February 13-18 next year where they will rehearse together under the direction of world-renowned conductors. They will present the results of their work in Yakima's Capitol theatre and the SunDome.