Camden Webb, a Junior at Teutopolis High School, was accepted into Illinois Music Educators Association All-State Honors Band. Camden was accepted into the district five honor band that performed at Eastern Illinois University in November. To be accepted into the district five honor band, a rigorous audition takes place on Columbus Day in October. All-State musicians are accepted after this festival when all district presidents come together for a state meeting to decide what musicians are considered “All-State” quality. Once accepted, Camden had to re-audition for chair placement. Camden placed 2nd in the state on baritone saxophone.
Camden also premiered his composition entitled “Lakes of Fallen Stars” at the THS band concert on Sunday, February 17th. Camden composed the piece himself and rehearsed it with the THS band. Camden plans on entering the composition contest for All-State in 2019/2020 school year. Camden plans on majoring in music in college.