Hannah Austin, Clarinet: A second time ACB scholarship winner, Hannah is enrolled at Western Carolina University and has distinguished herself with outstanding musical performance in her first year. She is the new drum major for WCU’s Pride of the Mountains Marching Band and is the principal clarinetist for their Wind Ensemble. Watch for her as Western’s Band marches in the Tournament of Roses Parade next January! Hannah hopes to teach middle school band and eventually like to earn a Masters in clarinet performance.

Kevin Young, Trumpet: Kevin is currently a student at Mars Hill College and plays first chair trumpet with their Jazz Band, Wind Symphony, and Brass Quintet, as well as filling in when needed for the Asheville Jazz Orchestra. Kevin is a motivated student who wants to keep the musical tradition of wind bands alive and motivate students to find their inner music voice. He understands the 'Aha' moment when the music, the notes and the instrument all come together for the individual and looks forward to helping each student discover that moment for themselves.

Brooke Nelands: Patricia L. Garren Music Education Scholarship.