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The Women’s Symphony League of Tyler will host its 65th Annual Ball at Tyler’s Harvey Convention Center on Feb. 29. The theme, Cirque Symphonique, combines the wonderment and excitement of the circus with the inspiring music of East Texas Symphony Orchestra.

“The circus and the symphony are both magical experiences,” Co-chair Ginger Young said.

The ball raises funds for East Texas Symphony Orchestra.

“However, this event is also an opportunity for us to recognize the members of the Junior Symphony League who have honored their two-year commitment of volunteering their time serving as ushers, fundraisers and more,” WSL President Jill Campbell said. “Our JSL has had a fun year volunteering at the ETSO performances and also helping raise funds for the East Texas Youth Orchestra.”

JSL members are high school students.

“The WSL Ball provides an opportunity to spotlight the senior students who have successfully completed their service commitment of 2,600 hours by their presentation at this formal event,” Co-chair Jennifer Gaston said. “Since the WSL mission is to promote the growth of the East Texas Symphony Orchestra, while also encouraging music education throughout our community, membership in the JSL enables us to instill these students with a sense of duty and the fulfillment that comes through volunteerism.”

Ginger Young added, “Increasing their knowledge and appreciation of music helps ensure they will be ready to take their places of leadership; maintaining the majesty of music for generations to come.”

Guests will be greeted by the sounds of East Texas Youth Orchestra under direction of Felix Torres.

The evening will begin at 6:30 p.m. and will include presentation of JSL at 7:30 p.m. and a dinner catered by Willow Brook Country Club with beverages by Dakotas.

An ensemble from the ETSO, led by ETSO Music Director and Conductor Richard Lee, will perform during presentation of the JSL.

The Pictures Band and Live 5 will perform. The evening will include a benefit drawing for a $5,000 shopping spree to Susan Robinson Fine Jewelry, a candy bar, casino, photos by Donna Cummings Photography, photo booth by Tyler PhotoBooth Co. and more.

“This year both seniors and juniors will once again be presented. The juniors and seniors will again stay to enjoy the evening with their families and other members of the JSL,” Gaston said.

The WSL is the largest source of funding for ETSO and shows its commitment to education through a scholarship program that helps students pay for instrument costs, music lessons and the costs to attend classes and workshops.

Campbell encouraged the public, “Please join us at the WSL Ball to celebrate these amazing high school students. The 2019-2020 year for the Women’s Symphony League has been one of building friendships and celebrating our community’s rich history of music.”

The public is invited to take part in the ball.

On behalf of WSL membership, Campbell expressed her gratitude.

“As we all work together, we are a symphony of volunteers who make beautiful music in Tyler and East Texas. Every concert our patrons attend, every dollar donated, and every hour volunteering helps keep the music playing in our community.

“The WSL brings the beauty of music to ALL of East Texas, not just one segment of the population. We have a tradition of inclusiveness we plan to continue for many years to come. We appreciate our patrons so much for their constant support and dedication,” she said.

For reservations, to buy drawing tickets or to make a contribution, visit www.wsltyler.org. For sponsorship and underwriting, contact Gaston at 903-952-1548.

JSL members to be presented are:

Christian Edward Bain, son of Mr. and Mrs. Bruce David Bain, attends All Saints Episcopal School where he is a member of the tennis team, Makers On A Mission STEM and Robotics Club and Med Heads Club. He participated in TAPPS tennis state championship all four years of high school. He will attend Auburn University.

Henry Delmar Barnett, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Delmar Barnett, attends Robert E. Lee High School where he is on the golf team. He will attend Baylor University.

Rachel Nerys Berkley, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Scott Berkley, attends The Brook Hill School where she is a member of the Cadets drill team and vice president of the National Honor Society. She won honors at the TAPPS state academic and art competitions and TAPPS State All-Star Cast Award in the One-Act Play. She is a member of Texas Bank and Trust Student Board of Directors. She will attend the University of Texas at Austin School of Architecture.

Quinn Oneal Boozer, son of Dr. and Mrs. Kent Boozer, attends Whitehouse High School where he is in National Honor Society. He consistently made All-Region/All-Area Band in high school. He is a member of the East Texas Youth Orchestra and an Eagle Scout.

Bailey Lynn Bower, daughter of Mrs. Carrie Taub and Mr. Kent Andrew Bower, attends Bullard High School where she is president of the band and a two-time member of the Texas All-State Choir. She was awarded the Texas Music Scholar for Excellence in Musicianship, Scholarship and Character and is valedictorian of the Bullard High School Class of 2020.

Eliza Diana Iglesias Carnes, daughter of Dr. Heather and Mr. Roy Carnes, attends Robert E. Lee High School where she is in the Young Republicans. She is active in Young Life and volunteers for American Heart Association. She plans to attend Auburn University.

Robert Preston Davis, son of Mr. and Mrs. Milford Herschel Davis III, attends All Saints Episcopal School, where he is a three-time member of the Texas All-State Choir and in the National Honor Society. He is also a member of the National Speech and Debate Association.

Jack Butler Dial, son of Mr. and Mrs. David S. Dial, attends Bishop Thomas K. Gorman Catholic School, where he plays baseball and football and served as the coaches’ captain for the football team. He is a member of the Texas Bank and Trust Student Board of Directors. He plans to attend Baylor University.

Michael Cole Dobbins, son of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Dobbins, attends Robert E. Lee High School where he is a member of the National Honor Society, Student Council and golf team. He is secretary of the Tyler Lee Bass Club. He will attend The University of Alabama.

Grayson Cole Driggs, son of Mr. and Mrs. Michael B. Driggs, attends Troup High School where he is in National Honor Society and salutatorian of the Class of 2020. He was awarded First Team All-District for basketball and baseball.

William Alex Elfarr II, son of Dr. and Mrs. William Elfarr, attends All Saints Episcopal School where he is in the National Honor Society and the Honors Council. He is Senior Class president.

Dylan Todd Embry, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Todd Embry, attends All Saints Episcopal School where he is on the tennis team. He is a commended National Scholar.

Matthew James English, son of Drs. Grace and John English, attends Robert E. Lee High School where he is on the drum line and plays baseball. He is salutatorian of the Class of 2020. He was awarded Rotary Club Student of the Year and is an Eagle Scout.

Caroline Renée Faulconer, daughter of the late Dr. Renée Faulconer and Mr. Galen Faulconer, attends Robert E. Lee High School where she was awarded Highest Academic Achievement in Spanish and Academic Scholar. She is on the tennis team and a member of Best Buddies.

Kevin Michael Foley Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Michael Foley Sr., attends Robert E. Lee High School where he is student body President and on the baseball team. He is an Eagle Scout and is the American Legion Boys State representative for his school.

Sheldon Elaine Furqueron, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Buddy Furqueron, attends Grace Community High School where she is on varsity cheer and softball teams. She is president of her TAPPS state champion high school choir and a member of the Texas Bank and Trust Student Board of Directors.

Joshua Matthew Glenney, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. Chris Glenney, attends Grace Community High School where he is the student body president, National Honor Society president and varsity football captain. He was awarded the Rotary Male Outstanding Student. He plans to attend Texas A&M University.

Emma Elizabeth Buie Goforth, daughter of Ms. Robin Buie and Mr. Malcolm Goforth, attends All Saints Episcopal School where she is a four-year varsity cheerleader. She is involved in competitive cheer at Spirit of Tyler and is a member of the Administrative Team at All Saints.

Johnathan Mark Grant, son of the Rev. and Mrs. Bryan Grant, attends Robert E. Lee High School where he is a member of National Honor Society, president of the Mu Alpha Theta Math Honors Society and the band drum line leader. He is a National AP Scholar and a member of the Texas Bank and Trust Student Board of Directors.

London Elizabeth Hibbs, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Billy E. Hibbs Jr., attends Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts. She is Miss America’s Outstanding Teen for 2019 and a national ambassador for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and Donate Life America. She sang at Carnegie Hall and the Sydney Opera House with the Honors Performance Series. She also performed in the Julliard Summer Performing Arts Series in Geneva, Switzerland.

William Copeland Landes, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Andrew Landes, attends Robert E. Lee High School where he is in National Honor Society and Student Council. He is on the football and baseball teams. He plans to attend Baylor University.

Ellie Harrell Lyons, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William H. Lively Jr., attends Robert E. Lee High School where she is a drum major in the band and a National AP Scholar. She received the Rotary Club Outstanding Citizen award. She plans to attend Northwestern University.

Matthew Carter Maberry, son of Mr. and Mrs. David Scott Maberry attends Robert E. Lee High School where he is a member of National Honor Society, founder and president of the REL Science National Honor Society, two-year state debate qualifier and a member of the baseball team.

Charles Thomas Michaels, son of Dr. and Mrs. James Peter Michaels, attends All Saints Episcopal School where he is secretary of the National Honor Society. He was a member of the drum line and tennis team all four years of high school. He placed third in State 4A tennis his junior year.

Jackson Ryan Nowlin, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jerry L. Nowlin, attends Robert E. Lee High School where he is co-captain of the district and area champion varsity tennis team. He is parliamentarian of National Honor Society and is in the top 20 students of his class. He is a College Board National Hispanic Recognized Scholar and AP Scholar.

Katherine Jill Parker, daughter of Ms. Angie Parker and Mr. and Mrs. J. Chad Parker, attends All Saints Episcopal School where she is on the volleyball and basketball teams. She is a member of the Spanish Club and accumulated over 225 community service and camp counselor hours during high school.

Roland Edward Poster, son of Ms. Brittany Poster and Mr. Russell Poster, attends All Saints Episcopal School where he was quarterback in football. He is on the baseball team. He was on the Homecoming Court his freshman year and is in Young Republicans.

Carley Elizabeth Reed, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Reed, attends Grace Community High School where she is cheer captain and a member of the National Honor Society. She is on the Texas Bank and Trust Board of Directors. She plans to attend The University of Oklahoma.

Laurel Macayleigh Reed, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Chad Reed, attends Brook Hill High School where she is in National Honor Society. She is a State Golf qualifier and State Volleyball rinalist. She also qualified for Academic All-State Volleyball. She is on the Texas Bank and Trust Student Board of Directors.

Ross Martin Rendon, son of Mr. and Mrs. Raul Rendon, attends Robert E. Lee High School where he is in National Honor Society and on the golf team. He is on the Texas Bank and Trust Student Board of Directors and is active in Young Life. He will attend The University of Arkansas.

Mary Margaret Roberts, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Mark Darin Roberts, attends Grace Community High School where she is a member of Cougarettes drill team and a Cougar Ambassador. She is a member of the National Honor Society and the Texas Bank and Trust Student Board of Directors. She plans to attend the University of Mississippi.

Emma Isabella Short, daughter of Ms. Holly Short and Dr. Kevin Short, attends All Saints Episcopal School where she is in National Honor Society and on basketball and track teams. She was awarded TAPPS First Team All-State for art.

John Graham Short III, son of Dr. Hope and Mr. John Graham Short Jr., attends Grace Community High School where he was awarded Highest Academic Honors. He is a lifeguard and on the Texas Bank and Trust Student Board of Directors. He enjoys skiing and traveling.

Emma Claire Smith, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Shannon Lane Smith, attends Robert E. Lee High School where she is vice president of Student Council and treasurer of National Honor Society. She is on the Texas Bank and Trust Student Board of Directors and is a Wildlife leader. She plans to attend Baylor University.

Anna Elizabeth Stone, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Brian Henry Stone, attends Robert E. Lee High School where she is in National Honor Society and secretary of the Student Council. She was awarded Second Team All-District as a volleyball captain. She is also a Young Life leader. She plans to attend Texas A&M University.

Mary Tate Stone, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Charles Glenn Stone Jr., attends Robert E. Lee High School where she is on the Student Council and is an officer of Best Buddies. She is a member of Young Life and works at Donna Cummings Photography. She plans to attend The University of Mississippi.

Sarabeth Jane Wallace, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Wallace, attends Grace Community High School where she is in National Honor Society, co-captain of the cheer team and a Texas All-State choir finalist. She is a member of the Texas Bank and Trust Student Board of Directors.

William Henry Wallace, son of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Wallace, attends Grace Community High School where he is in National Honor Society. He is on the golf team and is a member of the Young Republicans and the Texas Bank and Trust Student Board of Directors.

Tristan Dane Westmoreland, son of Dr. and Mrs. Robert F. Westmoreland, attends Whitehouse High School where he won Best Actor at UIL District and Bi-district One-Act Play. He was a national qualifier and mainstage finalist in the Texas State Thespian Festival Solo Musical event. He is in the National Honor Society. Westmoreland plans to attend Oklahoma City University.

Anna Marie Wilt, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Kirk Wilt, attends Grace Community High School where she is in National Honor Society and serves as a Cougar Ambassador. She is on the Texas Bank and Trust Student Board of Directors. She plans to attend The University of Arkansas.

Harleigh Catherine Wootton, daughter of Ms. Alycia Wootton and Mr. Butch Wootton, attends Bullard High School where she is in Bullard Future Farmers of America. She is involved in horse judging and shows swine. She plans to attend Texas State University.

Olivia Bristol Young, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Young Jr., attends All Saints Episcopal School where she is the Student Body president and Homecoming queen. She is the volleyball captain and was awarded TAPPS First Team All-District and All-East Texas and All-State. She is a member of the Texas Bank and Trust Student Board of Directors.

Caden Walker Zips, son of Mr. and Mrs. Craig D. Zips, attends Robert E. Lee High School where he is in National Honor Society. He was a qualifier for the Visual Arts Scholastic Event, second- and third-place winner of the Congressional Art Competition and AP Scholar with distinction.