Holland Patent Students Selected for Prestigious Area All-State Music Festival

Holland Patent is hitting all the right notes this fall, as five standout students have been selected to participate in the 2025 Area All-State Music Festival, a prestigious event showcasing the region’s top musical talent.

Representing Holland Patent this year are:

• Elizabeth Buckland and Michayla Sandler in the Treble Chorus
• Tori Cellamare and Brett Dobreski in the Symphonic Band
• Holly Buchanan-Wise in the String Orchestra

“I’m excited to be selected for Area All-State Music Festival and look forward to playing music and meeting everyone,” said sophomore Tori Cellamare. 

These students were chosen through a highly competitive audition process and will perform alongside peers from across the region in ensembles led by distinguished conductors.

“This is a tremendous honor for our students and for the Holland Patent music program,” said Bethany Swift, music teacher and music department chair. “Their selection reflects not only their talent and dedication, but also the strength of our school’s commitment to the arts."

The Area All-State Festival will take place Nov. 21-22, and promises to be an inspiring celebration of musical excellence.