Layla Hollis - NAfME All Eastern Choir



We are happy to announce that Oil City High School Choir Senior Layla Hollis has been named to the National Association for Music Education's All-Eastern Honors Choir.  These musicians were selected from 1150 All-State applicants and ranked by their state presidents to fill five ensembles. The Orchestra (165), Symphonic Band (146), Mixed Chorus (270), Treble Chorus (120) and Jazz Ensemble (18), will be participating in a "Virtual Weekend” experience March 4-6, 2021 that will include keynote speakers, masterclasses with professional musicians, rehearsals with their conductors as well as opportunities to learn and network with colleges and universities of various types and participate in mock auditions.  Layla is the first Oil City High School student to earn this honor since the 1990s.  #Oilerproud!

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