Rep. Napolitano Visits Arroyo HS Wind Ensemble

(El Monte, CA) Yesterday, Rep. Grace F. Napolitano visited Arroyo High School in El Monte to attend a rehearsal of the Wind Ensemble as they prepare for their upcoming performance at the Kennedy Center in April.

“Music and the arts are critical components of our educational system,” Napolitano said. “We are so proud of our young musicians, celebrate their successes, and look forward to seeing them perform on the national stage soon.”

The Arroyo Wind Ensemble, led by Director of Bands, Joe Massaro, is a select group of 45 musicians auditioned from the total band which consists of over 120 musicians. They have been selected to perform at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC in April and will meet with Napolitano in her DC office.

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