Mr. Zemelko helps the Advanced Orchestra along a complicated piece of music.

Mr. Zemelko helps the Advanced Orchestra along a complicated piece of music.

Zemelko Says…

Orchestra students share their favorite Zemelko quotes

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Iris Estrada, Lead Writer

October 24, 2024

When it comes to Orchestra, all of the students know to pay attention to the conductor, none other than Mr. Zemelko. Mr. Zemelko may be known for telling them when to play, or how to play, but students also know him for his laughable commentary. Whether it is a TikTok reference or a Pokemon joke, Mr. Zemelko knows how to make rehearsals fun. When asked for their favorite Zemelko saying, students had this to say:

Zemelko Says…

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Kaitlyn Nelson (10)

“ My favorite is one of my elite employees because it makes me feel special,” violinist Kaitlyn Nelson said.
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Samuel McGrath (11)

“ I like when he says, that’s very demure, that’s a good Zemelko quote, or when he says we have to lock in,” voila player Samuel Mcgrath said.
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Jeffrey Fisher (11)

“ My favorite Zemelko quote is 'What’s up brother!'” cello player Jeffrey Fisher said.
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Avery Kazimer (12)

“ Definitely more Calla bass, less Calla voice,” bass player Avery Kazimer said.
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Jack Watson (11)

“My favorite Zemelko Quote is what the sigma,” bass player Jack Watson said.
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Eli Yadron (10)

" My favorite Zemelko quote is go back to 2002," violinist Eli Yadron said.

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