Kyrene announces students selected for All State Band

Kyrene School District is proud to recognize the outstanding musical achievements of 21 middle school students selected to perform in the 2026 Arizona Music Educators Association All-State Band. Talented musicians from Akimel A-al, Aprende and Pueblo Middle Schools will perform at the All-State Band concert on March 14.

Participants are selected through a rigorous audition process and have the opportunity to collaborate with peers and perform under the direction of esteemed conductors. Kyrene congratulates these accomplished young musicians and looks forward to seeing them showcase their dedication and skills at the annual event in March.

Kyrene Akimel A-al Middle School, Band director Ian Grzyb

6th Grade:

• Oliver Thye, Percussion
• Reed Norman, Percussion

8th Grade:

• Luke Gonzales, Horn

Kyrene Aprende Middle School, Band director Tracy Werner

6th Grade:

• Audrey Hawley, Flute
• Jaksen Osorio, Clarinet
• Nathan Hayes, Horn

7th Grade:

• Leo Fasci, Clarinet
• Coltrane DuBois, Trumpet
• Hunter Fasci, Trumpet
• Grace Richardson, Trombone
• Lydia Goresky-Caslor, Percussion

8th Grade:

• Keoni Cole, Flute
• Mathias Knutzen-Krantz, Oboe
• Ava Royse, Clarinet

Kyrene del Pueblo Middle School, Band director Arlie DuPlessis

7th Grade:

• Josh Garcia, Euphonium
• Bryce Hocking, Horn
• Simryn Jarvis, Trombone
• Shane Werkman, Trumpet

8th Grade:

• Holland Chapman, Flute
• Rocco Juarez, Percussion
• Layla Larson, Percussion