MLK-8 Center musicians perform solos at regional events

     Four students from Miami Lakes K-8 Center performed at the Florida Bandmasters Association and Florida Orchestra Association District 16 solo and ensemble events held Jan. 28 and Feb. 4 at Robert Morgan Educational Center and Coral Reef Senior High School, both in Miami. A professional judge rated students’ technique as they played solos. Eighth-grader Sabella Scavuzzo on violin and seventh graders Adriana Blanco on flute and percussionist Valentina Hernandez-Beni all earned Superior rankings. Seventh grader Roy James Jr., who played flute, received an Excellent rating. They participate in the school’s music program directed by teacher Elizabeth Urquiola. Shown in the photo from left are Sabella Scavuzzo; Roy James Jr.; Adriana Blanco and Valentina Hernandez-Beni. 

     Photo provided by the school.