Four North Star students advance to state music festival

Havre Daily News staff

Four North Star High School students earned their way to the Western State Solo and Ensemble Festival, set for May 5-6 in Missoula, by earning superiors with performances at the District 7 Music Festival in Havre last weekend.

Cade Chvilicek received a superior on the piano piece he played, "Maple Leaf Rag." Katelyn Hansen received a superior rating on the Italian song she sang, "Selve Amiche." Nathanial Pedersen received a superior on the song he sang, "My Lovely Celia." Sheridan Spicher received a superior rating on her Italian vocal selection, "Vittoria, mio core." The four all performed as a Knights vocal quartet and received a superior rating on their song, "Set Me as a Seal."

"The dedication and work ethic continues to pay off for our North Star musicians," said North Star music teacher Scott Kendall. "All four of them are returning to the festival, taking the time to sharpen their skills as musicians amidst a demanding academic, athletic and personal schedule."