Student and Faculty Accomplishments

From DUCSOM student to Drake University student!

We are thrilled to announce DUCSOM student Ruby Hummel, from Panora High School, has signed her letter of intent to attend Drake University as a music major. She is entering as a clarinet major and piano minor. She will begin classes in fall 2021. Welcome to Drake!

Ruby Hummel signing

Pictured in back: James Romain, Music Department Chair; Cynthia Giunta, Director of DUCSOM; Clarence Padilla, clarinet professor

Pictured in front: Ruby Hammel and her proud parents

Congratulations to the following students for their successes!

All State Winners:

Alejandro Konrad --Vocal Bass
Ruby Hummel -- Clarinet (2 years)
Katie Meredith -- Clarinet
Lily Leyser -- Alternate Clarinet
Rachel Ihde -- Alto Saxophone

**Winners from the studios of Sean Galligan, Dana Sloter, and Katelyn Stessman

Peter Schumacher, student composer, premiered his composition, Genesis, performed by the Urbandale High School Wind Symphony. Peter is a student of John Morgan. Click here for more information and a recording.