The director’s award is given to musicians that exemplify leadership within their respective orchestra. They may or may not be the best musician. They are musicians that are prepared when they attend rehearsals, they are willing to help other musicians or their sections. They consistently work hard and perform to the highest level they can.
The Outstanding Musician displays strong leadership, a high level of performance, and is always prepared and cooperative.
The Most Improved Player has displayed a desire to improve through hard work and self-motivation over the course of the year.
This award is to recognize a student for outstanding music preparation and musicianship, excellent classroom citizenship in behavior and attendance, remarkable improvement throughout the year, cooperative and helpful attitude and leadership.