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A Step Above: Jason Corpuz
Palo Verde High School
Class of 2011
Discipline, innovation, perseverance and timeless style. Like classic songbooks of the past, these are qualities that leave an enduring mark on those affected by them. They’re also the characteristics that are tipping Palo Verde High School graduate Jason Corpuz’ scales in the way of maximum personal achievement. Through mastery of all that he’s passionate about, he’s creating a rhythm to live by; one that’s building into a crescendo of long-lasting success. An award-winning musician and hard working student, he’s reaping the rewards that come with focus and tireless effort, and for that, Jason Corpuz is – A Step Above.
G.P.A.: 4.4
Sports/Activities:
- Swimming, 2010-Present
- Marching Band, Wind Ensemble and Pep Bands, 2007-Present
- Marching Band Drum Major & Field Conductor, 2010
- Band Leadership Section Leader, 2009-Present
- Band Treasurer, 2008-09
- Band and Choir Solo and Ensemble Accompanist, 2007-Present
- Jazz Combo and Jazz Band Participant, 2007-Present
- CCSD Honor Band Acceptance, 2007-Present
- CCSD Honor Jazz Ensemble Participant, 2009-Present
- Nevada Music Educators Association (NMEA) All-State Jazz Band Participant–Trumpet, 2009-10; Piano, 2010-11
Scholarships/Awards/Community Service:
- USAA National Fine Arts Award, 2010-11
- 1st Place at Rotary Club West Scholarship Competition
- Student of the Month–April, 2011
- Band Letter, 2008-Present
- NMEA Regional Solo and Ensemble Festival Superior Rating–Trumpet Duet and Quartet, 2009-11; Piano and Percussion Duet, 2010/11; Piano Solo, 2011
- Outstanding Soloist (Improviser) Jazz Band Pianist, 2008-Present
- Our Lady of the Skies Volunteer Accompanist, 2008-Present
- Macys Community Service Shopping Day, 2009
- Red Cross Blood Drive Volunteer, 2010-Present
- Make-a-Wish Foundation “Trick or Treat to Donate” Volunteer, 2011
- Catholic Shelter Feed the Homeless Volunteer, 2009
Accomplishments Most Proud Of: “This past year, my friend and I wrote and arranged a piano and percussion duet that received many acclamations at the annual Clark County Solo and Ensemble Festival. In addition, I performed a trumpet duet which made it to the state round where only the best of the best student musicians are evaluated.”
Jason is Successful Because: “I’m definitely not a quitter at anything, especially not music. My passion towards the art that I create drives me to be the best I can be, even when it takes weeks or sometimes several months to learn classical literature on the piano. I always put forth as much effort as I can to be the best musician I can be.”
Part of the Solution: “Young adults have become severely obsessed with material items such as iPads, the newest Droids and Call of Duty games. I hope to be a part of the solution by showing other people that there’s more to life than texting and Facebook. Being an advocate for music would be a perfect remedy for this issue.”
