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All – State festivals to be held April 9 – 12

Madison Aboud, Associate Editor • April 1, 2025 • 32 Views
Charlie Kephart
Attentive audience. The audience falls silent during a song. Students performed several songs on March 7.

On April 9 – 12, the PMEA (Pennsylvania Music Educators Association) All – State music festivals will take place at Kalahari Convention Center Poconos, Pa. 

Thirteen Altoona music students have qualified for the festivals. 

Junior Owen Carmel will be experiencing an All-State festival for the first time. 

“I’ve still got a lot of work to do. I’m proud, but I also know that making States doesn’t ‘make’ you a good musician,” Carmel said. “I’m excited to use it as a learning opportunity, and to gather tips from people there who are way better than me.” 

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Madison Aboud
Madison Aboud, Associate Editor
My name is Madison Aboud and I am a sophomore at AAHS. This is my second year on Mountain Echo staff and my first year as an Associate Editor. In Jr. high, I was a reporter on the AAJHS Livewire. In my free time, you can find me reading or singing along to my favorite show-tunes. I’ve always had a passion for writing. My ultimate goal after high school is to become a professional journalist. Outside of Mountain Echo, I am in band, chorus, vocal ensemble, student council and Friends of Rachel. I strive to make sure students of AAHS are finding out everything they need to know within a timely manner. I can’t wait for another great year! 
Charlie Kephart
Charlie Kephart, Editor in Chief
Hey! During my third year on staff, my senior year, I have taken on the role of being Editor in Chief for Mountain Echo. My sophomore and junior year, I served as associate editor. Outside of school I enjoy hanging out with my best friend, exercising, watching Netflix, photography and working as a lifeguard and teaching swim lessons at the YMCA. After high school I plan to pursue a medical path, with the intent of being a nurse practitioner. I’m looking forward to this school year and seeing what it brings our way!