Hamilton HS A Band “Cognitive Dissonance” Written by: Dan Radlauer Performed by: Hamilton HS A Band Under the Direction of Philip Topping This video was shown at California All-State Music Educators Conference (CASMEC 2021) Virtual Video Performance. This Virtual Video Performance showcased some of the best efforts done by California jazz educators in the form…
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Odalys Molina Martinez - First Female Latina Drum Major - Interview on Spectrum News
Odalys Molina Martinez – First Female Latina Drum Major – Interview on Spectrum News

AMPA JAZZ HONORED BY DOWNBEAT MAGAZINE
The AMPA Jazz Department, under the leadership of Mr. Jim Foschia, has received three awards from Downbeat Magazine. Jazz Ensemble A has won Outstanding Performance from a large ensemble from a Performing Arts High School. Dario Bizio has won Outstanding Student Composition for small ensemble from a Performing Arts High School. Dalton Hayse has won…

2019 Young Arts Awards
Congratulations to AMPA Jazz students Dalton Hayse and Dario Bizio for winning 2019 Young Arts Award. Dalton is one of our most talented pianists and Dario is honored for his excellence playing bass.