Watson qualifies for All-Star Band

— Lensey Watson, a 10th grade student at Decatur High School, was recently awarded a position on the Arkansas Small Band Association’s All-Star Band.

Watson, who plays the flute, traveled to Searcy with her band teacher, Kristin Legler, to audition for the All-Star Band on Feb. 23. Watson played specially-prepared technical pieces for two judgesduring her audition.

She competed against 28 flutists and was awarded 12th chair. As a member of the All Star Band, Watson will be able to participate in the All-Star Band clinic at Atkins High School on April 9 and 10, Legler said.

Education, Pages 6 on 03/10/2010