St. Margaret’s performers and artists have showcased their talents away from St. Margaret’s recently. Here’s a look at a few who are turning heads! 

 

 

St. Margaret’s Upper School student Gloria Zhou, who plays the flute, was selected for the All-State Symphonic Band for the third consecutive year.

The California All-State Band is a statewide honor ensemble for middle and high school musicians selected through a highly competitive online audition process. Students submit recorded performances that are judged on both technical skill and musicality, and thousands of students audition each year for a limited number of spots. Most students who are selected begin preparing months in advance.

Selected musicians get to perform at the California All-State Music Education Conference (CASMEC) in Fresno, and students can also audition for orchestras and other ensemble levels. 

 

St. Margaret’s Middle School student Aaron Chao is currently part of the North American tour of The Lion King, where he is playing young Simba in shows around the United States. 

 

Aaron has been performing since he was 5 years old, and has appeared in local productions, voiceover, TV and film. 

 

 

Upper School student Timothy Lindenfelser recently had his photograph selected to be featured in the City of Dana Point’s 2026 community calendar. As part of the selection, Timothy shared a short description of the photograph and the creative process that led to the work. 

 

Timothy previously had a photograph chosen by the Photographic Society of America for its youth showcase event.