Tuba player Diego Stine of Vienna, a George C. Marshall High School junior, has won the 2018 Young Artist Competition sponsored by the City of Fairfax Band. He is the first tuba player to win the instrumental music competition and will showcase his talent as soloist at the Band’s May 19 concert, 7:30 pm, at the Fairfax High School Auditorium. Though only a junior, Stine Read More
City of Fairfax Band Conductor Robert Pouliot Chosen for National Outstanding Conductor Award
The national Association of Concert Bands (ACB) has chosen City of Fairfax Band Music Director Robert Pouliot to receive its highest honor for a band leader: The Outstanding Conductor Award. Pouliot, who has led the nationally acclaimed City of Fairfax Band since 1994, will be only the fourth person to receive the award since its creation in 2010. The national honor recognizes conductors who Read More
2018 Young Artist Competition Finalists Announced
The City of Fairfax Band Association is pleased to offer scholarship to talented musicians each year, and this year is no exception. This years competition had 11 applicants from a total of 10 high schools across Fairfax County. This first round of competition consists of submitted recordings to be reviewed by music director, Robert Pouliot. All submissions were exceptional, and the decision was difficult. However, Read More