Southern Ute tribal member, Nate Hendren performs a solo during his performance in the Jazz Band at the Ignacio Middle School and Ignacio High School Holiday Concert held on Wednesday, Dec. 21 in the Ignacio High School Auditorium. Performances by the Jazz Band, Middle School Band, High School Band, Percussion, and Mixed bands provided a handful of holiday music to the audience, just before the holidays.

The Ignacio Middle School Band take their turn in the spotlight, showcasing all the musical skills they have acquired throughout the first half of the school year. Despite small size, the band put on a great performance playing holiday classics such as a rendition of “Jingle Bells.”

Ignacio High School students Solymar Cosio plays alongside Maya Espinosa during the Holiday Concert, students wait for their cue from IMS Music Teacher Chris Moraga to begin playing.

Photo Credit: Divine Windy Boy | SU Drum