They have received straight first division ratings at all festival competitions they have attended. The members recently added another honor when the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association selected them as the outstanding student woodwind quintet in Michigan. They were recommended for the distinction by their judge at the state-level solo and ensemble festival. Following the judge's recommendation, they were invited to submit an audition tape for the statewide competition. The quintet will be one of the featured ensembles at the Michigan Youth Arts Festival set for Thursday through Saturday at Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo.
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Each place setting was handpainted with a different flower, but all feature coordinating colors and designs. Mich. The local club meets at 10 a.m. the third Thursday of the month at members' homes. She now advances to state competition. Pierson is a senior at Glen Lake High School. She has played an active role in student activities including the National Honor Society, Student Council, the debate team, the PALS Mentor Program, and varsity volleyball and softball.