Sousa Award Winners

2019 - Norea Menold, flute

2018 - Karrington Payne, percussion

2017 - Mackenzie Garber, trumpet

2016 - Mollie Robinson, flute

2015 - Billy Hatfield, trumpet

2014 - Briana Gruber, bass clarinet

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About the Award

The Sousa Award is the pinnacle of achievement in a high school band.

Introduced in 1955 to honor the top student in the high school band, the John Philip Sousa Band Award® recognizes superior musicianship and outstanding dedication. It was created with the approval of Helen Sousa Albert and Priscilla Sousa, daughters of the famous composer and bandmaster.