Aberdeen High School band captures top awards at national competition

The Aberdeen High School Band, under the direction of Kaitlyn Wittman, had great success competing at the Music in the Parks national competition on March 21 at Universal Orlando, Fla.

Aberdeen clinched first place in the jazz and concert band divisions. Aberdeen faced Wisconsin, Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, and Ohio schools.

The Aberdeen High School Symphonic and Jazz bands also were honored with the Overall Grand Champion title, recognizing them as the highest-scoring ensembles in their category, regardless of school size or grade level.

Additionally, students Jaiden Rice (vocalist) and Philip Kim (flugelhorn) were awarded “Outstanding Soloist” for their performances with the Aberdeen High School Jazz Band.

“We are immensely proud of our students’ remarkable achievements at the Music in the Parks competition at Universal Orlando,” said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Sean Bulson. “The student musicians’ dedication, passion and pursuit of excellence are great reminders of how remarkable our students are. Their drive, with the support of our amazing Fine Arts Department, has shown on a national stage what incredible talent we have and must continue to nurture in Harford County.”