The Centre Elementary School fifth- and sixth-grade music memory team took third place in the state music memory contest April 20 at Kansas State University.

Team members were Abigail Svoboda, Kristin Vinduska, Jacob Matz, James Spohn, Ally Basore, and alternate Brendan Bina.

Team members took a written test resembling the former game show, “Name That Tune.” They listened to three- to five-second clips from 16 pieces.

The three teams scoring highest on the written test moved on to the lightning round, where they were required to name the composer, the major work, as well as the name of the selection played.

This is Centre’s fifth year to compete in the annual competition. Centre has finished in the top three each year, winning the competition in 2006 and 2009.

The students are coached by Lynley Remy.

Michael Beeler

Centre High School’s Michael Beeler received a I rating on his vocal solo in a state solo and ensemble contest Saturday at Stucky Middle School in Wichita.

Michael, a sophomore, also qualified for state competition in 2009.