Students of Early High School were honored as Texas Music Scholars, a statewide award, at a ceremony on May 17th.

Those receiving the award were Bradley Brown, freshman, Euphonium; Abraham Cooper, sophomore, Piano; Ryan Contreras, senior, Baritone Saxophone; and Christopher Whited, sophomore Bb Clarinet.

The students’ nominations for this honor were submitted by their director, Jason Jones.  The award is given by the Texas Music Educators Association, which sponsors the Texas All-State Bands, Orchestras and Choirs.  Last year fewer than 1,500 students were named as Texas Music Scholars.

This award is given to students who have exhibited outstanding qualities in scholastic merit, musicianship and citizenship in their school and community during the 2012-2013 school year.

The Texas Music Educators Association, headquartered in Austin, Texas, is an association of over 10,000 music teachers whose goals are to support music education in Texas, provide professional growth opportunities for educators, foster public support for music in schools and offer quality musical experiences for students.

Pictured above are Cooper, Whited, Brown and Contreras.  Photo contributed.