Basha High School · Class of 2028

Hi, I'm Ethan Giri.

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A high school multi-instrumentalist and student leader blending performance, mentorship, and academic drive — from the Carnegie Hall stage to the front of the band council.

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Spotlight

Highlights at a glance

A few of the moments and milestones I'm most proud of.

4.6 GPA
Weighted
All-State & Carnegie Hall
Clarinet Soloist
Band Council President
Appointed · 2026–27
WGAZ State Champion
Open Class · Winter Drumline
Music

One musician, many voices

A multi-instrumentalist in the Basha Bands Program since 6th grade — across concert, jazz, and percussion ensembles.

  • Carnegie Hall Soloist
    Featured with the Basha Symphony Orchestra through the National Concerts Program (10th grade).
  • Arizona All-State Band
    Auditioned in for 8th, 9th, and 10th grade, plus the top Concert Ensemble at Basha (9th).
  • Outstanding Performer of the Year
    Awarded in 9th grade.
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  • Top Jazz Ensemble at Basha
    Auditioned into the top jazz group on tenor saxophone (10th grade).
  • Superior with Distinction
    Earned at the Area Jazz Festival (10th grade).
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  • WGAZ Open Class State Champions
    Basha Indoor Percussion Ensemble (Winter Drumline), 10th grade — and a member every year since 9th.
  • Basha Snareline
    Auditioned for a spot on the snareline (11th grade).
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  • Basha Bear Regiment
    Marching every year since 9th grade in the Basha Bands marching program.
  • Featured Clarinet Quartet
    Spotlighted role in the 10th-grade production.
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Leadership & Impact

Leading from the front

Coordinating people, logistics, and deadlines — on and off the stage.

Appointed · Upcoming year

Band Council President

Basha Bands · 11th Grade

Coordinating committees dedicated to the success of the Basha Bands through recruitment, mentorship, and organization.

Appointed · Upcoming year

Junior Blood Drive Coordinator

National Honors Society · 11th Grade

Responsible for promoting and organizing four annual blood drives at Basha.

9th Grade

Spanish Honors Society — Jr. Chapter VP

Member 8th Grade – Current

Organized and ran volunteering efforts at school events, including booths at the annual Hugs for the Holidays event, plus active recruitment at Club Drives.

6th Grade – Current

Mentorship & Instruction

Peers & younger students

Experienced in guiding, coaching, and explaining complex concepts — pairing academic strength with patience and clear communication.

Academics

Driven in the classroom

A rigorous AP-heavy course load across STEM and the humanities.

Advanced Foundations

Math & Science
AP Calculus BC
AP Chemistry
AP BiologyScore: 5
AP World HistoryScore: 4
Honors Precalculus · Honors Chemistry

Language & Culture

Humanities & Leadership
AP Spanish 4
AP Seminar
Honors Spanish 3 · Honors English 9
Spanish Honors Society — Jr. Chapter VP
4.6 Weighted GPA
Basha High School · 11th Grade
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