Percussion ensemble representing RCISD at international convention in Indianapolis

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... A group of talented high school percussionists is doing Royse City proud this week as they present a showcase concert at the Percussive Arts Society’s international convention that runs through Saturday in Indianapolis.The Royse City High School ensemble earned the trip to Indy after being selected as the winner of the Percussive Arts Society International Percussion Ensemble Competition over the summer – considered one of the highest honors available to high school percussionists worldwide.Before making their way to the national – and international – stage, the ensemble members staged a send-off concert at the RCISD Performing Arts Center last week. Only three high school percussion programs worldwide are selected each year for showcase performances at PASIC, making the invitation an exclusive distinction.The annual convention draws thousands of percussion students, educators, composers and professional performers from around the world.

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