Senior – Katie Owen
Musical ensembles that you’ve performed in at GAHS - Band
Number of years in Band and/or Chorus (Elementary through High School) – 8 years in Band
Instrument(s) you play in Band and/or your vocal part in Chorus – Tenor sax
What are your plans for after high school (college, major, job, etc.)? – I plan to attend Brigham Young University and major in accounting.
What is your favorite piece(s) that you’ve performed in high school? – The Polar Express
What is your favorite musical moment in high school? - Playing on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC!
How has being involved in the high school music department impacted you? - Music has given me a broader perspective on life. I have the ability to see situations differently and have a deeper appreciation for music in general.
What words of wisdom would you share with the underclassmen music students? - Have fun with every piece of music, whether you like it or not. Dance while counting your measures of rest, bond with your section and love the time you have with them!
Congratulations, Katie! Thank you for your dedication to the band and for sharing your musical talents with us for all of these years!!