Senior Chief Musician Leon Alexander Jr., center, met with College of
Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus students in the Presidential
Scholars Program including, from left, Taylor Bausch of Solomons,
Dominique Mitchell of Lusby, Savannah Barrett of Huntingtown, Stephen
Hartman of Chesapeake Beach, Kierston Hill of Prince Frederick, Shelby
McCloskey of Lusby, Megan Elliott of Broomes Island, and Tyler Berberiun
and Victoria Hall of Prince Frederick. Alexander talked about his
dedication to his craft and his life as a musician with U.S. Navy Band
“The Cruisers.” “More than 300 people competed for one spot [as a
drummer] with the band. It was amazing to hear ‘we’re going to hire
you,’” said Alexander. “Among the elite musicians that I have so
much respect for, I was the best on that day.” For more on the
Presidential Scholars Program, register for program information session
6-8 p.m., Nov. 12 at www.csmd.edu/presidentialscholars.
