- Association of Texas Small School Bands All-State Symphonic Band, Association of Texas Small School Bands All-State Concert Band, Association of Texas Small School Bands All-State Jazz Ensemble
- Richard Bjella, All-State Chorus, All-State Jazz Ensemble, Steve Davis
- United States Army Blues Jazz Ensemble
Benny Golson
Biography
An excellent tenor saxophonist, Benny Golson was perhaps best known for his writing, having contributed classics such as "Killer Joe" and "Stablemates" to the jazz repertoire. After garnering acclaim in the early '50s for his group with Art Farmer, Golson took a hiatus from jazz to compose for film and TV, but he eventually returned to his jazz roots. Golson passed away in 2024, age 95.