CCHS senior Geoffrey Hash is hitting all the right notes, earning a coveted spot in the prestigious Louisville Youth Wind Symphony. After a standout audition, Geoffrey was named third chair for euphonium
He got the good news in November and said he was “really ecstatic.” The symphony will practice every Sunday for three hours beginning the first weekend in January. They will perform in May 2025.
CCHS Band Director Eric Allen said he was not surprised by Geoffrey’s achievement. “I have heard Geoffrey play and progress. I’m very proud of him, but not surprised at all,” Allen said.
John Mackey, an esteemed musician who Geoffrey worked with last year at the NKU Honor Band, is part of the symphony’s leadership. “It’s really nice to be able to experience that again,” he said.One of Geoffrey’s private teachers will be helping with the low brass instruments as well.
At CCHS, Geoffrey is known for his mastery of the euphonium, but he’s equally skilled on trombone and tuba. His journey began under the guidance of his father, Kelly Hash, the former middle school band director. Although Geoffrey originally set his sights on the trumpet, a need for euphonium players changed everything. “I just fell in love with it,” Geoffrey shared.
Now he’s aiming even higher, with plans to compete in the prestigious Falcone Festival competition, a long-running euphonium competition. The Falcone Festival is a four-day event at Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp in Twin Lake, Michigan. In addition to the competition, participants can attend master classes and recitals provided by internationally recognized euphonium/tuba artists.
Looking to the future, Geoffrey envisions a life filled with music, blending teaching and performing. “I want to be able to teach and also perform in some sort of band,” he said.
With his talent, drive, and passion, Geoffrey’s musical journey is only just beginning and the possibilities are unlimited.
