CONCERTO WINNERS & COMPOSERS

Pablo Miranda-Delgado
Stringed Bass – Grassfield Concerto Winner
Since 6th-grade, Pablo has immersed himself in playing bass, nurturing his talent and passion for the past 7 years. During the latter half of his 10th grade, he began studying the Dragonetti. Presently, he holds the position of Principal bass in the Grassfield Chamber Orchestra.

In the upcoming fall, Pablo will be continuing his journey at Old Dominion University, where he will pursue a degree in music education.

After graduation, Robert will start his adventure at Old Dominion University, where he will pursue a degree in Accounting.

Waylen Biancardi
Composer, Cellist, Pianist
Waylen Biancardi boasts a musical career spanning more than seven years, during which he honed his skills as both a cellist and a pianist. Immersed in a world of harmonies and melodies, music became an integral part of Waylen’s life. It was in the eighth grade that Waylen’s interest in composition and music writing took flight, fueling a profound passion for exploring the depths of music theory. This year, an exciting collaboration unfolded between Waylen and his talented peer, Colin DeGuzman, as they embarked on an arrangement of Sublime’s “Santeria.” Eagerly anticipating the performance by their fellow classmates, Waylen and Colin are thrilled to witness their musical creation come to life on stage.

Colin DeGuzman
Composer, Violin

Colin DeGuzman, a seventeen-year-old senior, has been wielding the violin since his fifth-grade days and has remained an integral part of the Grassfield Orchestra throughout his four years of high school. As he prepares to embark on his journey at George Mason University in the upcoming fall, Colin has set his sights on pursuing a major in mathematics while also delving into the realm of computer science as a minor.

Colin’s composition expedition began during his middle school years, and it was during his regular piano lessons that he unwittingly absorbed the intricacies of music theory. He continues to craft original classical compositions, even contemplating sharing some of his works with Mr. V and the talented group of musicians slated for next year’s ensemble—provided they don’t prove too challenging!

Freshman Orchestra

Abigail Messing–Concertmaster
Hailey Else–Concertmaster
Mila Vujnic–Assistant
ReNaya Williams–Assistant
Catherine Schwind
Luis Ortiz
Samuel Williamson
Irene Chen
Darby English
Jordyn Watkins
Haniya Fadli
Brandon Bossout
Temi Ojo
Tomi Ojo

VIOLIN II

Nicholas Messick–Principal
Madeline Hershberg–Assistant
Elizabeth DaVanzo
Emmanuella Mmobuosi
Stephanie Kusi-Davies
Aubrie Veracruz
Lukas Arola
Queenie Zhu
Jackson Hodge
Chase Boulware
Genevieve Nuber

VIOLA

Marcella Carson–Principal
Paige Radak–Assistant
Isabella Monica
Declan Cassidy
Hewan Eyualem
Mia Osorio
Josephine Czuhajewski
Tristan Barnhill

CELLO

Eli Seawood–Principal
Bailey Tomb–Principal
Ellen Bitterman–Assistant
Emily Guardiola–Assistant
Colten Norris
Kyli Holloway
Brady Greene
Parker Carwile

BASS

John Schleigh–Principal
McKenzee Barnes–Assistant
Ella Jones
Lucas Green
Seven Gregory
Grayson Wade
Noah Klaszky