Will C. Wood Students Will Join Regional Honor Choir
Eight Vacaville students were selected to perform at the upcoming California Choral Directors Association event.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Singing
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Eight students from Will C. Wood High School have been selected for the 2026 California Choral Directors Association Coastal Regional Honor Choir. The group will travel to Sunnyvale for the event held from November 5 to November 7, 2026.
Why it matters
The students earned their spots through a competitive audition process involving an Italian solo and tests of musicianship. They are the only representatives chosen from the entire Vacaville Unified School District for this honor.
Eight students were selected for the 2026 honor choir following a process that required demonstrating sight-singing, tonal memory, scales, and triads. Johnathan Burton notably earned his selection for the fourth consecutive year.
The players
Will C. Wood High School
This is a public secondary school located in Vacaville that serves students within the Vacaville Unified School District.
California Choral Directors Association
This is a professional organization dedicated to promoting choral music education and performance across California.
Johnathan Burton
This student has achieved the notable distinction of being selected for the regional honor choir for four consecutive years.
The details
The musicians will participate in a three-day intensive musical experience featuring rehearsals led by guest conductors and choral clinicians. The program concludes with a final concert scheduled for Saturday, November 7.
Timeline
The honor choir musical experience will take place from November 5 to November 7, 2026.
The concluding concert will be held on November 7, 2026.
Culture Shift
The students' success follows the rigorous standards set by the California Choral Directors Association Coastal Regional Honor Choir. This selection process reflects a broader trend of competitive extracurricular advancement in regional music education.
Residents of Vacaville can support the students as they prepare for their upcoming travel and final performance. The recognition serves as a testament to the musical training and opportunities available within the local school district.
The takeaway
Students looking to advance their musical abilities can benefit from practicing fundamental skills like sight-singing and tonal memory. Success in competitive auditions often requires a consistent commitment to technical mastery over several years.
Further reading
Discover more about local musical development in the Singing section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Times-Herald.
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