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A Step Above: Nicholas John Veslany
Class of 2010
Music is more than just a great background distraction for Coronado High School senior Nick Veslany; it has a rhythm and a philosophy he sets his life to. Like notes that dance across a page of sheet music, Nick marches toward the future proudly, baton waving in sync with the beat, confident in his ability to lead his peers and move his listeners. He is vigilant in his stance to be an individual; to earn respect, rather than feel entitled to it; and to follow his passion wherever it may lead, and for these qualities, Nick Veslany is – A Step Above.
G.P.A.: 4.73
Activities/Scholarships/Awards/Community Service:
- Marching Band, 2006-10
- Wind Symphony, 2006-10
- First Chair, 2006-10
- Jazz Band, 2006-10
- Musical Pit, 2007-08/10
- Head Drum Major, 2008/09
- All-State Band, 2007/08; 1st Chair, 2008
- All-State Orchestra, 2009; 1st Chair
- All-State Jazz Band, 2010; Solo Chair
- U.S. Army All-American Marching Band Member, 2010
- Solo and Ensemble State Finalist, 2008/10
- UNLV Music Scholarship
- President’s Award for Academic Excellence, 2010
- Varsity Quiz
- St. Thomas Moore Church Volunteer
- Sandwich Making for Homeless
- Boulder City Church Rebuilding Project
Goals & Aspirations: “I aspire to become a great trombone player with well paying gigs here in Las Vegas or in Southern California.”
Accomplishments Most Proud Of: “I am most proud of being a member of the 2010 U.S. Army All-American Marching Band, a member of the Nevada All-State Jazz Band, All-State Band, and All-State Orchestra.”
Nick is Stronger and Wiser Because: “As a Drum Major for two years, I was in charge of about 150 kids in the marching band and responsible for leading the band to success. I learned that one must always try his hardest to earn the respect of others in a working role.”
