Students showcase skills at CASMEC All-State Choir

In a harmonious blend of talent and innovation, four exceptional choir students from CVHS – Fleur Joseph, Stanton Anderson, Cassidy Berg, and Mairen McNeill – stole the spotlight at the California All-State Music Education Conference (CASMEC) in Sacramento with a premiere performance that left audiences in awe.

Months of anticipation led to this moment for the group, who were carefully selected to represent their high school at CASMEC, a renowned gathering of musical prodigies from across California. The Junior High School SSAA Choir, featuring the talents of Joseph and Berg, delivered a stellar performance that showcased not only their vocal prowess but also marked the debut of a piece titled “River Flows with You.”

The journey to CASMEC began with an announcement of the students’ selection, and what followed was an intensive preparation process that brought these young musicians together for the first time. Guided by conductors, the kids immersed themselves in a musical boot camp, dedicating long hours from dawn till dusk to perfect their repertoire.

“River Flows with You,” was composed for CASMEC Junior SSAA. The performance was met with thunderous applause, signaling the birth of a new masterpiece and leaving an indelible mark on the conference attendees.

As the quartet returns to CVHS, their achievements at CASMEC resonate not just as musical triumphs but as a testament to the resilience, camaraderie, and passion that define the power of music to unify and inspire. The quartet’s journey, from the initial selection to the world premiere, stands as a shining example of the transformative impact that music education and collaborative efforts can have on young talents.