Nineteen talented student musicians from Marathon Middle High School proudly represented their school at the annual County Honor Band on January 30–31, 2026.
Under the direction of band director Paul Anderson, students joined fellow top musicians from across the county for an intensive day and a half of rehearsals before delivering an outstanding concert performance in front of a packed auditorium at Marathon High School. The culminating performance showcased the students’ dedication, musicianship, and commitment to excellence.
Middle School Participants:
Holli Keeney, flute
Yaiselin Hernandez, flute
Danny Diaz, horn
Aariyona Pannell, clarinet
Emmanuel Cimeus, tenor saxophone
Leroy Rodriguez, tenor saxophone
Roxan Rodriguez, trumpet
Camila Velazquez, trumpet
Luis Collado, percussion
High School Participants:
Avery Golden, flute
Chloe Poppenhager, flute
Jayden Davis, flute
Elizabeth Vander Lee, alto saxophone
Nicholas Show, alto saxophone
Christopher Paul, tenor saxophone
Lucian Burns, baritone saxophone
Danger Moya, trombone
Jack Kissick, euphonium
Samuel Golden, tuba
Participation in the County Honor Band is a significant achievement, reflecting both individual talent and the strength of the Marathon band program. Marathon Middle High School congratulates these students for their hard work and for representing their school community with pride and professionalism.