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ABOUT US:
Located in Midlothian, Virginia, the James River High School Guitar Ensemble is a diverse group of 59 students spanning grades 9-12. Our ensemble comprises individuals at all stages of their guitar journey, from enthusiastic beginners to accomplished advanced players.
We take pride in our eclectic repertoire, which spans a wide spectrum of musical genres, including pop, blues, tango, Motown, Latin, and classical. Notably, we have earned the prestigious "superior" rating at VGDA Guitar Assessment, showcasing our dedication and musical prowess. Our ensemble members have also distinguished themselves by participating in the All-Chesterfield Guitar Ensemble and achieving superior ratings at the VBODA District 3 Solo & Ensemble Assessment.
Beyond music, the JRHS Guitar Ensemble serves as a nurturing community that fosters creativity, emotional expression, and social connections. Our program instills valuable life skills such as goal-setting, teamwork, and responsibility, all while fostering enduring friendships. Furthermore, students earn academic credit toward graduation as they embark on this enriching musical journey with us.
ACCOLADES:
2026 - VGDA Districts 1 & 3 Guitar Assessment - String Theory - Grade IV - Superior
2026 - VGDA Districts 1 & 3 Guitar Assessment - Beginning Guitar & Fiends - Grade II - Superior
2025 - Senior Regional Guitar Ensemble - 10 members
2025 - Kings Dominion Festival of Music - Five School Guitar Ensemble - Superior
2025 - VBODA District 3 Solo & Ensemble Assessment - 3 superior solos, 1 excellent solo, and 1 superior duo.
2025 - VGDA Districts 1 & 3 Guitar Assessment - String Theory - Grade IV - Superior
2025 - VGDA Districts 1 & 3 Guitar Assessment - Beginning Guitar - Grade I/II - Superior
2024 - Kings Dominion Festival of Music - Superior
2024 - VGDA Districts 1 & 3 Guitar Assessment - String Theory - Grade III - Superior
2024 - VGDA Districts 1 & 3 Guitar Assessment - Beginning Guitar - Grade II - Superior
2023 - Kings Dominion Festival of Music - Superior - 295/300 score
2023 - VGDA Districts 1 & 3 Guitar Assessment - String Theory - Grade II/IV - Superior
2023 - VGDA Districts 1 & 3 Guitar Assessment - Combined Ensemble - Grade I/II - Superior
2023 - VBODA District 3 Solo & Ensemble Assessment - 1 superior solo, 2 superior duos, 2 excellent solos, and 1 excellent duo
2022 - VBODA District 3 Solo & Ensemble Assessment - 1 superior solo
Combined Guitar Ensemble
Combined Guitar Ensemble
Ding Dong Merrily on High (2024)
Dong Dong .mp4String Theory
String Theory
Under Construction
Combined Guitar Ensemble
Combined Guitar Ensemble
Blues (2023)
VID_20231201_192509284.mp4Combined Guitar Ensemble
Combined Guitar Ensemble
Up on the Housetop (2023)
VID_20231201_191252456.mp4Combined Guitar Ensemble
Combined Guitar Ensemble
Jingle Tango (2022)
Jingle Tango - 12-8-22.mp4String Theory
String Theory
Ukranian National Anthem (2023)
Ukraine 1-9-23.mp4Page updated
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