Rosary College Prep Ensemble earns Division I rating at IHSA Solo & Ensemble Competition

Rosary College Prep’s Ensemble earned a Division I rating, the highest possible distinction, at the IHSA Solo & Ensemble Competition on Saturday, March 7.

This is the 13th year in a row that Rosary’s Ensemble has earned a Division I rating. Rosary’s Ensemble consists of 11 girls from sophomores to seniors.

The IHSA Solo & Ensemble Competition provides student musicians from across Illinois the opportunity to showcase their musical skills before professional adjudicators. Earning a Division I rating signifies superior performance and mastery of the selected repertoire.

“We are incredibly proud of these students and the passion they bring to their music,” said Sara Caligiuri, Rosary’s vocal director. “Consistency and collaboration are key traits of our ensemble, and it is an honor to have their talent recognized with the highest division rating.”

In addition to ensemble, Rosary had 17 students participate in the solo competition in either the vocal or instrumental category.

A total of 16 students earned a Division I rating, and one student received a Division II rating.

“Their dedication, preparation, and musicianship were on full display, and we are proud to see their hard work rewarded in these exceptional results,” said Amy McMahon, head of school.

About Rosary College Prep

Rosary College Prep is the area’s only all girls Catholic, college-preparatory high school in the western suburbs. Educating girls since 1962, the Dominican Sisters of Springfield and Rosary College Prep are committed to academic excellence, leadership, and the development of the whole person. Rosary offers multiple opportunities to students interested in music including: two choirs, a chamber orchestra, a full musical theater production every fall, Glee Club, and pep band. Additionally, students have the opportunity to earn honors credits for their participation in these music credits.