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instrumental category were: first, Wendy Gillis; second, Lily Menze; third. Jami Gillis.
In the senior vocal category Samantha Breeden took first, second was Eleanor Clifford, and third. Jennifer Starr.
Junior instrumental winners were. Dale Forrester, first; Nicole Espinola, second; and Nicole Fegeas, third.
Winners for the junior vocal category were: Rachel Lucas, first; Michelle FegeaS, second; and Robin Oyster, third.
Winners in first place each won $50 cash, second place winners received $35 cash and third place winners left with $25.
Each musician received an evaluation with judges’ comments in order that they may improve future performances. Performers typically return for several years, gaining experience and improving their ranking each year.
The Lions Club believes that music is important for youth and Scott added it has been noted statistically that music training raises SAT scores. According to a survey provided by SAT. 1997 SAT test takers with four or more years of music training scored 02 points higher on the verbal portion of the test and 42 points higher on the math portion than students with no musical experience.
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