The National FFA Convention officially starts November 1, but  those chosen for National Band and Choir started rehearsals Saturday evening, October 28. Over 250 applications and audition videos were submitted and 88 instrumentals were chosen. Amelia Larson, Fairfax band member, was chosen and is one of eight flutes in the band. Over the course of the week, the band will be learning and performing 20 songs. (Submitted photo)