WAYNE — The 2025 Lewis and Clark Conference Honor Band, held at Wayne State College on Jan. 18, saw an unprecedented level of participation from the Osmond music program, with 16 students taking part—a historic achievement for the school.
For the first time in over a decade, the Osmond band program sent more than 10 participants to the conference. This year’s attendees included four high school students and 12 junior high students, who spent their Saturday collaborating with musicians from other schools across the conference, creating beautiful music together in a truly enriching experience, according to band director Christalin Ginn.
The high school participants from Osmond included: Jack Berg (trombone), Donovan Heiman (trumpet), Landon Oltjenbruns (trumpet) and Addison Miller (French horn).
The junior high school participants included: Kayleigh Bolz (clarinet), Kaylee Bahr (clarinet), Aubree Erickson (flute), Sierra Koehler (percussion), Evynn Kumm (flute), Emmett Hoffman (trumpet), Ashlynn Riley (flute), Nevaeh Newton (oboe), Kendra Gardner (clarinet), Alyvia Koehler (flute), Adalyn Koehler (clarinet) and Clara Steinkraus (alto saxophone).
“This was such a special day for our music program,” said Ginn. “Having 16 students involved in the honor band is a huge accomplishment, especially considering that we’ve never had more than 10 participants in the last 10 years.
I am incredibly proud of their dedication, and I am thankful they chose to spend a chilly Saturday making warm and beautiful music with others from our conference.”
The students had the opportunity to work with guest conductors, receive expert guidance on their musical technique, and perform alongside talented musicians from across the area. Their participation in this event not only highlighted their individual talent but also the strength of Osmond’s music program, which continues to foster creativity, collaboration, and passion for music.
With such a large group of students representing the school, it is clear that Osmond’s music program is on the rise, and the future looks bright for these young musicians, Ginn said. The experience at the Lewis and Clark Conference Honor Band will no doubt serve as a lasting inspiration for them as they continue to develop their musical talents.
“Congratulations to all the participants and their families for their support in making this memorable event a reality. The entire community is proud of their accomplishments!”
