Westhampton Beach High School senior clarinetist Lilah Caputo was not only one of 30 clarinetists from across the state to perform at the New York State School Music Association All-State Festival on Dec. 8, but she was also selected to sit first chair.
"I was so honored,” said Caputo, who has been playing the clarinet since the fourth grade.
This is not the first time that Caputo has earned a first chair seat; she sat first chair at the Suffolk County Music Educators Association All-County Festival. She has also performed with the New York State Band Directors Association High School Honor Band.
"It was a wonderful experience,” said Caputo, adding that she made several new friends at the All-State festival.
Caputo was selected to perform at each of the festivals based on her impressive scores at the NYSSMA Solo Evaluation Festival, teacher recommendations and ranking.
When not performing at festivals or with her school’s band, Caputo takes part in her school’s French, Science and Yearbook clubs. She is also a member of her school’s student government.
In the fall, she plans to attend college to study biology. She also plans to keep music in her life.
The Westhampton Beach School District extends its congratulations to Lilah Caputo on her impressive musical accomplishments.
Date Added: 12/11/2024