March 2024 Music Student of the Month – Audrey Hance

This young flutist is glad for the opportunity to try out a musical instrument as part of the school music program when she was in 5th grade. For many Orcas Island public school students, this is where they first learn to play an instrument. This February and March, Audrey has benefited from professional feedback, thanks to participation in in-school workshops and regional competitions in the school music calendar. Darren Dix, OISD Band Director, notes that Audrey’s hard work and attitude have helped improve her playing by leaps and bounds. Congratulations to our March honoree, Audrey!

The Music Student of the Month series recognizes Orcas Island Public School musicians who work hard at their musical skills and whose love of music is an inspiration to their fellow student musicians.  Thank you so much to the Orcas Island businesses who are sponsoring this monthly series throughout the 2023-24 school year that recognizes the efforts of student musicians and the value of school music!

–as published in Islands’ Sounder March 2024