Naomi Matsunaga - Oboe
Naomi Matsunaga holds a Master of Arts in Music from Northeastern Illinois University, where she served as Graduate Assistant. She studied oboe with Takahisa Shinmatsu, Ray Still, and J. Ricardo Castaneda. She has appeared in the Northwest Indiana Symphony, Illinois Symphony and Illinois Philharmonic Orchestras. In February 2011, she was invited to host her oboe solo recital at the Official Residence of the Consul General of Japan in Chicago.
Naomi was the oboe instructor at Benet Academy High School in Lisle, IL from 2004 to 2006. In addition to teaching at the Midwest Conservatory of Music, she is currently the oboe instructor at Schaumburg High School and at Conant High School. Naomi frequently offers oboe studio classes and reed making classes at Midwest Conservatory.
Naomi also holds a Piano Pedagogy Certificate from Elmhurst College, where she studied the piano under the direction of Linda Camp. She has been a staff pianist of the Midwest Conservatory of Music and accompanying for student recitals and various music competitions.
Contact Information:
naomi@midwestconservatory.com
(847) 312-3690
www.midwestconservatory.com
Naomi was the oboe instructor at Benet Academy High School in Lisle, IL from 2004 to 2006. In addition to teaching at the Midwest Conservatory of Music, she is currently the oboe instructor at Schaumburg High School and at Conant High School. Naomi frequently offers oboe studio classes and reed making classes at Midwest Conservatory.
Naomi also holds a Piano Pedagogy Certificate from Elmhurst College, where she studied the piano under the direction of Linda Camp. She has been a staff pianist of the Midwest Conservatory of Music and accompanying for student recitals and various music competitions.
Contact Information:
naomi@midwestconservatory.com
(847) 312-3690
www.midwestconservatory.com
Gerik Fon-Revutzky - Bassoon
Gerik Fon-Revutzky, bassoon and contrabassoon, is an active freelancer and instructor throughout Chicagoland, Milwaukee and Indiana. Gerik is the contrabassoonist with Rockford Symphony, Wisconsin Philharmonic, Fox Valley Symphony and Bel Canto Chorus Orchestra. He also regularly performs on both bassoon and contrabassoon with numerous other area orchestras, and is on the sub list of the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra. Gerik has performed with the Civic Orchestra of Chicago under the batons of Pierre Boulez and Daniel Barenboim. Gerik has toured and performed extensively both nationally and internationally including Russia, Finland, England and Canada.
In addition to his busy performing schedule Gerik is also an active teacher. He is currently on the faculty of the University of St. Francis, Joliet Junior College, Music Institute of Chicago, Neuqua Valley High School, Waubonsie Valley High School, Metea Valley High School, Schaumburg High School, Fremd High School, Hoffman Estates High School, Wheeling High School, Maine South High School, and Lake Forest High School. Gerik has given masterclasses at Western Illinois University, CSUSacramento, and Davis High School. During the summers of 2000-2006 Gerik was the bassoon instructor, Assistant Manager and Head Librarian at the Luzerne Music Center. While there, Gerik made his professional acting debut playing the role of the Soldier in Stravinsky’s Le Histoire du Soldat with members of the Philadelphia Orchestra performing.
Gerik earned his Bachelor’s degree at California State University, Sacramento in Bassoon Performance with Secondary Emphasis in Orchestral Conducting. While there he performed with the Liberace Woodwind Quintet, a scholarship ensemble, and won the concerto competition with Weber’s Bassoon Concerto. Gerik then went on to earn his Masters degree from Northwestern University in Bassoon Performance with Secondary Emphasis in Contrabassoon and Orchestral Conducting. Gerik’s major teachers have included: Douglas Huff, Susan Willoughby, Steve Dibner, and Robert Barris. As a conductor Gerik has studied with: Leo Eylar, Mariusj Smolij, and Victor Yampolsky. Gerik has also been included in the International Who’s Who in Music and Musicians’ Directory.
Contact Information:
gerik@gerikfon.com
(847) 302-9836
www.gerikfon.com
In addition to his busy performing schedule Gerik is also an active teacher. He is currently on the faculty of the University of St. Francis, Joliet Junior College, Music Institute of Chicago, Neuqua Valley High School, Waubonsie Valley High School, Metea Valley High School, Schaumburg High School, Fremd High School, Hoffman Estates High School, Wheeling High School, Maine South High School, and Lake Forest High School. Gerik has given masterclasses at Western Illinois University, CSUSacramento, and Davis High School. During the summers of 2000-2006 Gerik was the bassoon instructor, Assistant Manager and Head Librarian at the Luzerne Music Center. While there, Gerik made his professional acting debut playing the role of the Soldier in Stravinsky’s Le Histoire du Soldat with members of the Philadelphia Orchestra performing.
Gerik earned his Bachelor’s degree at California State University, Sacramento in Bassoon Performance with Secondary Emphasis in Orchestral Conducting. While there he performed with the Liberace Woodwind Quintet, a scholarship ensemble, and won the concerto competition with Weber’s Bassoon Concerto. Gerik then went on to earn his Masters degree from Northwestern University in Bassoon Performance with Secondary Emphasis in Contrabassoon and Orchestral Conducting. Gerik’s major teachers have included: Douglas Huff, Susan Willoughby, Steve Dibner, and Robert Barris. As a conductor Gerik has studied with: Leo Eylar, Mariusj Smolij, and Victor Yampolsky. Gerik has also been included in the International Who’s Who in Music and Musicians’ Directory.
Contact Information:
gerik@gerikfon.com
(847) 302-9836
www.gerikfon.com
Wanda Braden - Horn
Wanda Braden has been on the faculty of VanderCook College of Music since 2000 teaching the Applied French horn studio. Several of her VanderCook students are now successful music educators in the greater Chicago area and beyond. Wanda has maintained a teaching studio at her home in Bartlett since 1993 helping many students through beginning stages and on to successful college acceptance. Most recently, one of her students of 7 years, played principle horn in the Schaumburg Youth Symphony, was named principle horn of the IMEA All State Honors Orchestra in 2008 and was awarded a scholarship to study music education at ISU. Wanda has been teaching in District 211 schools since 1996 and at Fremd since 1998 and many of her students have continued to study music in college. She is also on the faculty of A & A Music Academy in Hanover Park where she teaches French horn, piano and voice since 1997.
She earned a bachelors degree having studied music at the University of Minnesota with additional studies done at the University of Michigan through the Interlochen Arts Camp in Michigan. In Minnesota she studied privately with Priscilla McAfee, priniciple horn of the St. Paul Chamber orchestra. At Interlochen her teachers were Rebecca Root, principle horn of the Rochester Philharmonic and John Jacobsen of the Cleveland Orchestra and John Ceriminaro. In Chicago she has studied with Grace Kang and Daniel Fackler. Wanda has continued to expand her musical education by studying voice with Susan Dennis and piano with Ellen Mosher at Harper College. She has been active as a church musician in her home community of Bartlett.
Wanda is currently coprinciple horn of the Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra. She also is a member of the Chicago Symphonic Pops Orchestra and the Harper Symphony Orchestra since 1996. She has appeared regularly with the Rockford Symphony Orchestra, Elgin Symphony Orchestra, Paderewski Symphony, Solid Brass Ensemble and has played numerous musicals for multiple community theatres. She is a member of the Wheaton Municipal Band, considered one of the country's 10 top community bands, since 1996 and has soloed with the Northwest Suburban Concert Band. She is a member of Musicians Union 10-208 and the International Horn Society. She was also a founding member of the Northwest Suburban Horn Club and handles the library for that organization.
She is a member of the Bartlett community where she lives with her husband and three children.
Contact Information:
wjbraden@comcast.net
(630) 213-6156
She earned a bachelors degree having studied music at the University of Minnesota with additional studies done at the University of Michigan through the Interlochen Arts Camp in Michigan. In Minnesota she studied privately with Priscilla McAfee, priniciple horn of the St. Paul Chamber orchestra. At Interlochen her teachers were Rebecca Root, principle horn of the Rochester Philharmonic and John Jacobsen of the Cleveland Orchestra and John Ceriminaro. In Chicago she has studied with Grace Kang and Daniel Fackler. Wanda has continued to expand her musical education by studying voice with Susan Dennis and piano with Ellen Mosher at Harper College. She has been active as a church musician in her home community of Bartlett.
Wanda is currently coprinciple horn of the Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra. She also is a member of the Chicago Symphonic Pops Orchestra and the Harper Symphony Orchestra since 1996. She has appeared regularly with the Rockford Symphony Orchestra, Elgin Symphony Orchestra, Paderewski Symphony, Solid Brass Ensemble and has played numerous musicals for multiple community theatres. She is a member of the Wheaton Municipal Band, considered one of the country's 10 top community bands, since 1996 and has soloed with the Northwest Suburban Concert Band. She is a member of Musicians Union 10-208 and the International Horn Society. She was also a founding member of the Northwest Suburban Horn Club and handles the library for that organization.
She is a member of the Bartlett community where she lives with her husband and three children.
Contact Information:
wjbraden@comcast.net
(630) 213-6156
Matthew Gaunt - Euphonium and Tuba
Tubist Matthew Gaunt enjoys a varied career as a performer and educator. He has recorded and toured internationally as a member of Burning River Brass, Proteus 7, and Boston Brass. He has also performed with Empire Brass, Center City Brass Quintet, Rhythm & Brass, Chicago Chamber Musicians, and the Millar Brass Ensemble. He is currently acting principal tuba for the Milwaukee Symphony. He has also performed in concerts and tours with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Chicago Lyric Opera, Boston Symphony Orchestra, Cincinnati Pops, Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra, Boston Lyric Opera, Boston Ballet, Boston Philharmonic Orchestra, Sarasota Opera, and many regional orchestras in New England and around Chicago. He has performed as a soloist, chamber musician, and orchestral musician at festivals such as Tanglewood, Ravinia, Blossom, Chautauqua, and Music Masters MMCK.
Formerly visiting assistant professor of tuba and euphonium at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, Gaunt also has served on the faculties of the Boston University Tanglewood Institute, South Shore Conservatory, and Greater Boston Youth Symphony Orchestras. Since moving to the Midwest he has served on the faculties of the VanderCook College of Music and the Peck School for the Arts at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee. He received a bachelor’s degree in tuba performance from Boston University and has studied with J. Samuel Pilafian, Gary Ofenloch, and Chester Schmitz.
Contact Information:
mhgaunt@gmail.com
(773) 726-3298
Formerly visiting assistant professor of tuba and euphonium at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, Gaunt also has served on the faculties of the Boston University Tanglewood Institute, South Shore Conservatory, and Greater Boston Youth Symphony Orchestras. Since moving to the Midwest he has served on the faculties of the VanderCook College of Music and the Peck School for the Arts at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee. He received a bachelor’s degree in tuba performance from Boston University and has studied with J. Samuel Pilafian, Gary Ofenloch, and Chester Schmitz.
Contact Information:
mhgaunt@gmail.com
(773) 726-3298
Bryan Tipps - Trombone
Bryan Tipps holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Jazz Studies from Roosevelt University and a Master’s Degree in Jazz Studies from DePaul University. He has played with many of Chicago’s finest jazz ensembles including the Rob Parton Jazztech Big Band, The City Lights Orchestra, The Chicago Jazz Orchestra, and The Rob Parton Big Band and has also performed alongside Toshiko Akiyoshi, David Liebman, Paul Anka, Phil Woods, and Michael Feinstein, and Johnny Mathis to name a few. He can be heard on Rob Parton’s Jazztech Big Band’s recording “Two Different Days” and the DePaul CD/DVD project “Solitude” featuring Phil Woods. He has performed at many of Chicago’s well-known music venues and festivals including The Jazz Showcase, The Green Mill, Andy’s Jazz Club, The Auditorium Theater, The Chicago Center for the Performing Arts, and The Chicago Jazz Festival.Currently, Bryan teaches jazz trombone at Harper College. Bryan Tipps served as the Assistant Band and Orchestra Director at Schaumburg High School from 2014 to 2019 and as the Orchestra Director at Hoffman Estates High School from 2019-2020. He has held the Principal Trombone chair of the Northshore Concert Band since 2014.
Contact Information:
tippsbryan@gmail.com
(847) 902-5799
Contact Information:
tippsbryan@gmail.com
(847) 902-5799
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Schaumburg High School is offering all students of any jazz experience or grade level to participate in a free online jazz camp conducted over Zoom.
Administered by trombone section leader Rix Barlow, saxophone section leader Shane Andres, and drum major Alan Medina, students with an interest in jazz learn about bebop articulation, style and the blues with a focus on improvisation and expression.
Beginning on the first week of sectionals, students meet Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00-5:30 pm for three weeks before band camp in preparation for the academic school year.
Students from all grades with prior experience or an interest with jazz are encouraged to participate for an insightful and educational opportunity to learn, despite the circumstances.
For more information, check out the Members page to participate and have access to the Zoom meetings.
Administered by trombone section leader Rix Barlow, saxophone section leader Shane Andres, and drum major Alan Medina, students with an interest in jazz learn about bebop articulation, style and the blues with a focus on improvisation and expression.
Beginning on the first week of sectionals, students meet Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00-5:30 pm for three weeks before band camp in preparation for the academic school year.
Students from all grades with prior experience or an interest with jazz are encouraged to participate for an insightful and educational opportunity to learn, despite the circumstances.
For more information, check out the Members page to participate and have access to the Zoom meetings.
District 211 Honor Band
SHS Band Booster Scholarship
Attention all Saxon Seniors!
It's that time of year, to enter into the 2021 Scholarship Award competition!
Please complete your application and submit it to Mr. Inendino or Mr. Graffeo on or before Friday, April 16th.
It's that time of year, to enter into the 2021 Scholarship Award competition!
Please complete your application and submit it to Mr. Inendino or Mr. Graffeo on or before Friday, April 16th.
| band_booster_scholarship_application_2021.pdf |
| Band Awards Night Program 2020 |
Jim Langenberg - Euphonium and Tuba
Jim Langenberg is a versatile musician who loves to play the tuba. He earned his MM from Roosevelt University and his BM from Northern Illinois University. Jim is the Principal Tuba of the Dubuque Symphony and has also performed with the Elgin Symphony, Illinois Philharmonic, Rockford Symphony, Peoria Symphony, Green Bay Symphony, Kenosha Symphony, Whiting Park Festival Orchestra, New Philharmonic, and Northwest Indiana Symphony.
In addition to orchestral work, Jim is an active chamber musician and regularly performs with the Alliance Brass Quintet. As a member of Mucca Pazza, Jim has performed at the Tour de Fat festival, as well as performing arts centers across the country. In addition, he has also performed with the Chicago Brass Quintet, Alpine Thunder German Band, Big Shoulders Brass Band, and Band Baja Brass. As a teacher, Jim taught for several years at the Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp and maintains a private studio. Jim has been featured as a soloist with the Dubuque Symphony, the Waukegan Symphony, and the Northern Illinois University Philharmonic. Jim’s talents extend beyond low brass. He is the owner of Brazen Bandworks, an instrument repair shop, and resides in Elgin, Illinois, with his wife and twin daughters.
Contact Information:
jimlangenbergtuba@gmail.com
(773) 329-3795
In addition to orchestral work, Jim is an active chamber musician and regularly performs with the Alliance Brass Quintet. As a member of Mucca Pazza, Jim has performed at the Tour de Fat festival, as well as performing arts centers across the country. In addition, he has also performed with the Chicago Brass Quintet, Alpine Thunder German Band, Big Shoulders Brass Band, and Band Baja Brass. As a teacher, Jim taught for several years at the Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp and maintains a private studio. Jim has been featured as a soloist with the Dubuque Symphony, the Waukegan Symphony, and the Northern Illinois University Philharmonic. Jim’s talents extend beyond low brass. He is the owner of Brazen Bandworks, an instrument repair shop, and resides in Elgin, Illinois, with his wife and twin daughters.
Contact Information:
jimlangenbergtuba@gmail.com
(773) 329-3795
Mr. Bryan Tipps - Assistant Band Director
Mr. Tipps holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Jazz Studies from Roosevelt University; a Master’s Degree in Jazz Studies from DePaul University; and a Teaching License from DePaul University. He is a freelance trombonist in the Chicago area and has played with many of Chicago’s finest jazz ensembles including the Rob Parton Jazztech Big Band, The City Lights Orchestra, The Chicago Jazz Orchestra, and The Rob Parton Big Band. He has also performed alongside world renowned musicians such as Toshiko Akiyoshi, David Liebman, Paul Anka, Phil Woods, Michael Feinstein, and Johnny Mathis. He can be heard on Rob Parton’s Jazztech Big Band’s recording “Two Different Days”; the DePaul University Jazz Ensemble CD/DVD project “Solitude” featuring Phil Woods; and the upcoming release of the DePaul University Jazz Ensemble’s live performance at the Jazz Showcase with Grammy-Award-Winning jazz artist Randy Brecker.
Mr. Tipps taught private low brass lessons at Hickory Creek Middle School and at Lincoln Way East High School in Frankfort, IL as well as at Fremd High School where he also directed brass sectionals and the jazz lab band. Mr. Tipps began teaching at Schaumburg High School in 2006 directing the jazz combo and teaching private trombone and jazz lessons. He will be assisting in directing the Cadet and Concert Bands as well as the Concert and the Philharmonic Orchestras. Mr. Tipps enjoys biking along the lakefront, exploring new restaurants with his wife, Mariann, and not bathing his cat, Andromeda.
Contact Mr. Tipps at bjtipps@d211.org or (224) 653-4362.
Mr. Tipps taught private low brass lessons at Hickory Creek Middle School and at Lincoln Way East High School in Frankfort, IL as well as at Fremd High School where he also directed brass sectionals and the jazz lab band. Mr. Tipps began teaching at Schaumburg High School in 2006 directing the jazz combo and teaching private trombone and jazz lessons. He will be assisting in directing the Cadet and Concert Bands as well as the Concert and the Philharmonic Orchestras. Mr. Tipps enjoys biking along the lakefront, exploring new restaurants with his wife, Mariann, and not bathing his cat, Andromeda.
Contact Mr. Tipps at bjtipps@d211.org or (224) 653-4362.
2020 Band Booster Scholarship Application
| band_booster_scholarship_2020.pdf |
Instrument Loan Agreement Form
If you are using and have been issued a school owned instrument, please fill out the Instrument Loan Agreement form by clicking here. Make sure to read through the information in the contract and consult with your parents before submitting the form. If you have any questions please see Mr. Graffeo
| 2020_cicbf_program.pdf |
California 2020 Trip Information!
| california_trip_letter_2020.pdf |
Heat Related Awareness
As marching band season approaches, take a moment to familiarize yourself with heat related illness and steps to prevent and care for it. Download the attached document for your review.
| heat_related_illness.pdf |
Dine to Donate Fundraiser
Columbus Day Parade Itinerary
Click HERE for an updated timeline for the Columbus Day Parade.
William Russell - Euphonium and Tuba
William has called Chicago home since 2006 when he joined the Civic Orchestra. He has been an occasional substitute with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra since 2007 and has performed with the CSO on tour in Europe and at New York’s Carnegie Hall. He can also be heard playing on the orchestra’s Grammy-winning recording of Shostakovich’s 4th Symphony. In 2008 and 2009, William traveled to Rome to temporarily fill the tuba position in Italy’s preeminent symphonic orchestra, the Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia.
William grew up in Charlottesville, Virginia where he studied with the area's top musicians, including tuba lessons with Steve Layman and Kevin Stees, double bass lessons with Pete Spaar, and jazz studies with trumpeter John D’earth. He has since studied around the US with such tuba legends as Sam Pilafian, Mike Roylance, and Floyd Cooley.
Outside of Alliance Brass, William acts as a freelance musician and enjoys jamming with the hyper-eccentric and fun-loving show band Black Umbrella Brigade. Also, be on the lookout for Will playing sousaphone with Chicago’s newest pop/funk/hip-hop sensation, J-Livi & The Party.
Contact Information:
wm.r.russell@gmail.com
(434) 989-3095
William grew up in Charlottesville, Virginia where he studied with the area's top musicians, including tuba lessons with Steve Layman and Kevin Stees, double bass lessons with Pete Spaar, and jazz studies with trumpeter John D’earth. He has since studied around the US with such tuba legends as Sam Pilafian, Mike Roylance, and Floyd Cooley.
Outside of Alliance Brass, William acts as a freelance musician and enjoys jamming with the hyper-eccentric and fun-loving show band Black Umbrella Brigade. Also, be on the lookout for Will playing sousaphone with Chicago’s newest pop/funk/hip-hop sensation, J-Livi & The Party.
Contact Information:
wm.r.russell@gmail.com
(434) 989-3095
End of the School Year Ice Cream Social!
Dine Out Night at Sprinkles Ice Cream Shoppe next Tuesday, May 22nd
Join us on Tuesday, May 22nd at Sprinkles Ice Cream Shoppe and support the SHS Band!
Bring in this flyer on May 22, 2018, show it on your smartphone or tell the cashier that you’re supporting the Schaumburg High School Band and 20% of your purchase will be donated!
Sprinkles Ice Cream Shoppe is located at 1405 W. Schaumburg Road.
Hours on Tuesday: 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Bring in this flyer on May 22, 2018, show it on your smartphone or tell the cashier that you’re supporting the Schaumburg High School Band and 20% of your purchase will be donated!
Sprinkles Ice Cream Shoppe is located at 1405 W. Schaumburg Road.
Hours on Tuesday: 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
| Sprinkles Ice Cream Flyer |
Bryan Tipps - Trombone and Jazz Improvisation
Bryan Tipps has been an active performer in the Chicago area since the age of 15. He studied at Roosevelt University, earning a bachelor's degree in Jazz Studies, and at DePaul University where he earned a master's degree in Jazz Studies. While in Chicago, Bryan has appeared with numerous jazz and recording artists including Paul Anka, Michael Feinstein, Michael Ingersoll, David Liebman, Toshiko Akiyoshi, Phil Woods, and Rob Parton to name a few. He has appeared in such notable Chicago jazz venues such as Andy's Jazz Club, The Green Mill, and The Jazz Showcase. Currently, Bryan teaches private lessons and directs the jazz quintet at Schaumburg High School. He also teaches the District 211 Jazz Improvisation Camp during summer school.
Contact Information:
tippsbryan@gmail.com
(847) 902-5799
Contact Information:
tippsbryan@gmail.com
(847) 902-5799
Music Mosaic Concert: Tuesday, September 26th at 7pm
The Schaumburg High School Music Department is proud to present its fourth annual Music Mosaic Concert on Tuesday, September 26th at 7pm in Schaumburg High School's Weimer Auditorium. This special evening will feature performances by the Schaumburg High School Wind Symphony, Concert Choir, and Symphony Orchestra. Several chamber groups featuring students from these ensembles will also perform. Admission is free.
Football Game (Homecoming/Junior High Night): Friday, September 22nd
The Saxon Marching Band welcomes the 8th grade bands from Frost and Keller, as well as SHS alumni celebrating Homecoming 2017. All will join the SMB for our traditional pre-game set, as well as a halftime show featuring over 400 musicians performing of the music of Journey.
Football Game: Friday, September 15th
Come cheer on the SMB on Senior Night in their pre-game and halftime performances. The Saxons take on Glenbrook North Friday at 7:30pm. Call time for band members is 5:30pm. Go Saxons!
Septemberfest Parade: Monday, September 4th - call time 8:45am @ SHS
Come cheer on the SMB as they perform in the Schaumburg Septemberfest Parade on Labor Day. Students will meet at SHS at 9am and bus over to the parade staging area. The parade begins at 10am, and runs north on Summit Drive from Wise Road to the Septemberfest grounds.
Band Camp: Monday, July 31st through Friday, August 4th
This is the time when students learn all of the drill for our half-time show. All students must be in attendance every day of band camp. Times for this year's band camp are:
Monday, July 31 through Wednesday, August 2: 9am-6pm
Thursday, August 3 and Friday, August 4: 1-6pm
If you are interested in volunteering to help with band camp activities, please contact our Boosters at saxonbandboosters@gmail.com.
Monday, July 31 through Wednesday, August 2: 9am-6pm
Thursday, August 3 and Friday, August 4: 1-6pm
If you are interested in volunteering to help with band camp activities, please contact our Boosters at saxonbandboosters@gmail.com.
SMB Uniform Fittings: Saturday, July 29th
Our Booster uniform volunteers will be taking care of uniform fittings on Saturday, July 29th from 8am until 5pm. Specific fitting times can be viewed here.
If you are interested in volunteering to help with the fittings, please contact our Boosters at saxonbandboosters@gmail.com.
If you are interested in volunteering to help with the fittings, please contact our Boosters at saxonbandboosters@gmail.com.
Marching Band Sectionals: Monday and Wednesday Afternoons in the SHS Music Department
Summer sectionals begin Monday, July 10th and run every Monday and Wednesday through Band Camp. Sectionals begin at 2pm and end at 5pm. This is the time when we will learn all of the music for our fall halftime show and parades, as well as marching fundamentals. All students should plan on being at sectionals unless you are out-of-town. Contact your section leader if you will be absent. Their contact info and more information can be found on the Marching Band page (under Bands).
Band Awards Concert: Thursday, April 27 @ 6:30pm in the SHS Main Gym (note time change)
The Schaumburg High School Music Department will present its annual Band Awards Concert on Thursday, April 27th. The concert will be held in the school's main gymnasium at 6:30pm (please note earlier start time). Admission is free and open to the public.
The evening will feature performances by the Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band, Concert Band, and Cadet Band. In addition to these performances, the concert will also include recognition of the band's Class of 2017 and end-of-year awards. There will be a reception in the student cafeteria immediately following the concert. For more information, please call the Music Office at 847-755-4802.
The evening will feature performances by the Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band, Concert Band, and Cadet Band. In addition to these performances, the concert will also include recognition of the band's Class of 2017 and end-of-year awards. There will be a reception in the student cafeteria immediately following the concert. For more information, please call the Music Office at 847-755-4802.
Night of Percussion: Tuesday, March 21st at 7pm in the SHS Auditorium
The Schaumburg High School Music Department presents its annual Night of Percussion on Tuesday, March 21st in the Weimer Auditorium at Schaumburg High School. The concert begins at 7:00pm and is free to the public, featuring performances by the Wind Symphony Percussion Ensemble, Symphonic Band Percussion Ensemble, Concert Band Percussion Ensemble, Cadet Band Percussion Ensemble, and several small groups and solos.
For more information, contact Mr. Graffeo at 847-755-4802.
For more information, contact Mr. Graffeo at 847-755-4802.
Band-Aid Concerts: Wednesday, February 22nd and Thursday, February 23rd at 7pm in the SHS Auditorium
The Schaumburg High School Bands are once again excited to present our annual series of Band-Aid Concerts, taking place February 22nd and 23rd at 7:00pm in the SHS Auditorium. The Cadet and Concert Bands will perform the first night, with the Symphonic Band and Wind Symphony performing on the second night. Mr. Brian Logan, Associate Professor of Music at VanderCook College of Music and retired Director of Bands at Wheeling High School, will guest conduct the bands. All proceeds from the concerts will benefit Easter Seals DuPage and the Fox Valley. Tickets are $5 for one night or $7 for both nights. Contact the band office at 847-755-4802 for more information.
Holiday Band Concerts: Monday, December 5th and Tuesday, December 6th
Come join the band at Culver's of Schaumburg and support the band at the same time. Culver's is donating 15% of the group's sales during this time period to the band. The band raising the most funds gets a custard party! Please see the flyer for details:
Music Mosaic Concert: Thursday, September 15th at 7pm
The Schaumburg High School Music Department is proud to present its third annual Music Mosaic Concert on Thusday, September 15th at 7pm in Schaumburg High School's Weimer Auditorium. This special evening will feature performances by the Schaumburg High School Wind Symphony, Concert Choir, and Symphony Orchestra. Several chamber groups featuring students from these ensembles will also perform. Admission is free.
Marching Band Sectionals: Monday and Wednesday Afternoons in the SHS Music Department
Summer sectionals begin Monday, July 11th and run every Monday and Wednesday through Band Camp. Sectionals begin at 1pm and end at 4pm. This is the time when we will learn all of the music for our fall halftime show and parades, as well as marching fundamentals. All students should plan on being at sectionals unless you are out-of-town. Contact your section leader if you will be absent. Their contact info and more information can be found on the Marching Band page (under Bands).
SMB Uniform Fittings: Saturday, July 30th
Our Booster uniform volunteers will be taking care of uniform fittings on Saturday, July 30th from 8am until 7pm. Click on the document below to see the specific time that your student will need to be there. If you are interested in volunteering to help with the fittings, please contact our Boosters at saxonbandboosters@gmail.com.
| smb_summer_final_letter_2016.pdf |
Band Camp: Monday, August 1st through Friday, August 5th
This is the time when students learn all of the drill for our half-time show. All students must be in attendance every day of band camp. Times for this year's band camp are:
Monday, August 1 through Wednesday, August 3: 9am-6pm
Thursday, August 4 and Friday, August 5: 1-6pm
Monday, August 1 through Wednesday, August 3: 9am-6pm
Thursday, August 4 and Friday, August 5: 1-6pm
Potbelly Fundraiser
Where: Potbelly Schaumburg - 880 N. Meachem Rd, Schaumburg
When: June 7th - 5pm to 8pm
What: GREAT Food with 25% of your bill donated to Band Boosters
When: June 7th - 5pm to 8pm
What: GREAT Food with 25% of your bill donated to Band Boosters
| Potbelly Flyer |
Band Awards Concert: Tuesday, May 24 @ 7pm in the SHS Main Gym
The Schaumburg High School Music Department will present its annual Band Awards Concert on Tuesday, May 24, 2016. The concert will be held in the school's main gymnasium at 7:00pm. Admission is free and open to the public.
The evening will feature performances by the Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band, Concert Band, and Cadet Band. In addition to these performances, the concert will also include recognition of the band's Class of 2016, scholarships, and end-of-year awards. There will be a reception in the student cafeteria immediately following the concert. For more information, please call the Music Office at 847-755-4802.
The evening will feature performances by the Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band, Concert Band, and Cadet Band. In addition to these performances, the concert will also include recognition of the band's Class of 2016, scholarships, and end-of-year awards. There will be a reception in the student cafeteria immediately following the concert. For more information, please call the Music Office at 847-755-4802.
Volunteers Needed!
Seeking 2-3 awesome parents (or kids home from college) to help sort and distribute cookie dough fundraiser items.
Date: Thursday, May 12
Time: approx 1pm -3:30pm (do not need to stay the entire time)
Contact: Heidi Haffner at haffner4@gmail.com if you are able to help.
This will also Heidi's last year with distributing these fundraisers and we are seeking 1-2 other volunteers who would be willing to take over. There are typically 4 fundraisers throughout the year and your role would be to ensure the money paid matches the order sheets and coordinating distributing the orders. If you think this may be the right volunteer opportunity for you, please email Heidi at haffner4@gmail.com. Volunteering is truly its own reward but getting to know the band kids is truly an awesome experience you will not regret.
Date: Thursday, May 12
Time: approx 1pm -3:30pm (do not need to stay the entire time)
Contact: Heidi Haffner at haffner4@gmail.com if you are able to help.
This will also Heidi's last year with distributing these fundraisers and we are seeking 1-2 other volunteers who would be willing to take over. There are typically 4 fundraisers throughout the year and your role would be to ensure the money paid matches the order sheets and coordinating distributing the orders. If you think this may be the right volunteer opportunity for you, please email Heidi at haffner4@gmail.com. Volunteering is truly its own reward but getting to know the band kids is truly an awesome experience you will not regret.
Jazz 'n Joe Coffeehouse: Wednesday, April 6th @ 7pm in the SHS Media Center
The Schaumburg High School Music Department is proud to present its 15th Annual Jazz 'n Joe Jazz Coffeehouse on Wednesday, April 6th at 7pm in the SHS Media Center. The evening will feature performances by the Schaumburg High School Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Lab Band, Jazz Quintet, Jazz Sextet, Choraliers Vocal Ensemble, and District 54 Jazz Band. The bands will all be joined by guest artist Tito Carrillo, Associate Professor of Jazz Trumpet at the University of Illinois. Admission is $2 and tickets can be purchased at the door. For more information, contact the SHS Music Department at (847) 755-4802.
Manna Gift Card Orders
Order due date has been extended to Monday, March 7th. Please submit only your master order form, including ALL checks made out to SHS Band Boosters Inc.
| manna_order_form..pdf |
| manna_vendor_list.pdf |
Band-Aid Concerts: Wednesday, March 16th and Thursday, March 17th at 7pm
The Schaumburg High School Bands are once again excited to present our annual series of Band-Aid Concerts, taking place March 16th and 17th at 7:00pm in the Weimer Auditorium. The Cadet and Concert Bands will perform the first night, with the Symphonic Band and Wind Symphony performing on the second night. Mr. Chris Keyes, retired Director of Bands at Crystal Lake South High School, will guest conduct the bands. All proceeds from the concerts will benefit the PKU Organization of Illinois. Tickets are $5 for one night or $8 for both nights. Contact the band office at 847-755-4802 for more information.
SHS/District 54 Band-O-Rama - Tuesday, February 2nd at 6:30pm (note time change)
The SHS Wind Symphony and combined 7th and 8th grade bands from Frost and Keller Junior Highs will present a combined concert on Tuesday, February 2nd at 6:30pm in the Main Gymnasium. Admission is free.
Pep Band Concert - Wednesday, January 27th at 7pm
Come join the SHS Pep Band for an evening of your favorite tunes heard in the stands. Admission is a non-perishable food item, to be donated to the Schaumburg High School Blessings in a Backpack program.
Buffalo Wild Wings Band Fundraiser!
Pssst! The Chicago Blackhawks are playing the Pittsburgh Penguins that night....
Come support the Schaumburg High School band and your Chicago Blackhawks!
(Click the above image to download your PDF copy of the above ticket)
Come support the Schaumburg High School band and your Chicago Blackhawks!
(Click the above image to download your PDF copy of the above ticket)
Holiday Band Concerts: Tuesday, December 8th and Wednesday, December 9th
Join the SHS Bands in the Weimer Auditorium for two nights of outstanding repertoire for band, including many holiday favorites. The Concert Band and Symphonic Band will perform on Tuesday, December 8th, while the Cadet Band and Wind Symphony will perform on Wednesday, December 9th. Both concerts will also feature prelude recitals by Tuba Christmas in the auditorium foyer. Tickets are $5 and may be purchased in the music department or at the door.
The SHS Band Boosters will hold a raffle each night with gift packages donated by families and businesses in the community. All proceeds will go directly back to the SHS Band.
The SHS Band Boosters will hold a raffle each night with gift packages donated by families and businesses in the community. All proceeds will go directly back to the SHS Band.
SMB 2015-2016 Trip to New Orleans
The SMB is excited to announce our trip for the 2015-2016 school year to NEW ORLEANS AND THE ALLSTATE SUGAR BOWL in December 2015.
Reminders for all students traveling to New Orleans:
New Orleans Trip Meeting: Wednesday, November 18th at 7:00pm in the SHS Cafeteria.
All students traveling must attend with at least one parent or guardian. At this meeting, we will share all details regarding the trip, answer questions, and issue checks for fundraiser profits.
New Orleans Band Required Rehearsal: Saturday, December 12th from 1:00 to 4:00pm
Reminders for all students traveling to New Orleans:
New Orleans Trip Meeting: Wednesday, November 18th at 7:00pm in the SHS Cafeteria.
All students traveling must attend with at least one parent or guardian. At this meeting, we will share all details regarding the trip, answer questions, and issue checks for fundraiser profits.
New Orleans Band Required Rehearsal: Saturday, December 12th from 1:00 to 4:00pm
| neworleans2015letter.pdf |
| neworleanstrip2015presentation.pdf |
The SMB is excited to announce our trip for the 2015-2016 school year to NEW ORLEANS AND THE ALLSTATE SUGAR BOWL in December 2015. Please see below for information on the trip, payment details, and a presentation of featured trip highlights.
Final payments ($200) are due on October 1. If you would like to still register for the trip, please contact Mr. Inendino at 224-653-4358 or vinendino@d211.org.
Final payments ($200) are due on October 1. If you would like to still register for the trip, please contact Mr. Inendino at 224-653-4358 or vinendino@d211.org.
| shs_fan_package_-_sugar_bowl_.pdf |
Senior Night Football Game: Friday, October 16th at 7:30pm
The Saxons host the Palatine Pirates in this final regular season home game. Come support the SMB and congratulate our the Senior Class of 2015 during a pre-game ceremony for students and parents. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30pm (5:45pm call time).
SMB Indoor Concert: Tuesday, October 13th at 7pm
The Saxon Marching Band presents its Indoor Marching Band Concert on Monday, October 13th in the SHS Main Gymnasium. Join us for an evening of fan favorites including the 2015 halftime show, The Music of Aaron Copland. Admission is a non-perishable food item.
Columbus Day Parade: Monday, October 12th at 12:30pm (9:45am call time)
Cheer on the Saxon Marching Band as they perform in the Columbus Day Parade in downtown Chicago. The parade begins at 12:30pm, and runs south on State Street from Wacker to Van Buren. Call time for students is 9:45am at SHS.
Chipotle Fundraiser: Wednesday, September 30th - 4-8pm
Join the SHS Bands for a fundraiser on Wednesday, September 30th from 4pm to 8pm at the Chipotle at Schaumburg and Barrington Road. Present this flyer and 50% of your order will go back to the SHS Band Boosters. We hope to see you there!
Homecoming Football Game: Friday, October 2nd at 7:30pm (5:45pm call time)
The Saxons host the Hoffman Hawks in this year's Homecoming game. Check out the SMB and their 2015 show, the Music of Aaron Copland!
Football Game (Junior High Night): Friday, September 25th
The Saxon Marching Band welcomes the 8th grade bands from Addams, Frost, and Keller for our annual Junior High Night. The 8th grade students will join the SMB for our traditional pre-game set, as well as a halftime show featuring over 400 musicians performing recent hits.
Music Mosaic Concert: Tuesday, September 22nd at 7pm
The Schaumburg High School Music Department is proud to present its second annual Music Mosaic Concert on Tuesday, September 22nd at 7pm in Schaumburg High School's Weimer Auditorium. This special evening will feature performances by the Schaumburg High School Wind Symphony, Concert Choir, and Symphony Orchestra. Several chamber groups featuring students from these ensembles will also perform. Admission is free.
Football Game: Friday, September 4th - call time 5:45pm - kickoff at 7:30pm
Come cheer on the SMB in their first pre-game and halftime performances of the year. The Saxons take on the Mustangs of Rolling Meadows Friday at 7:30pm. Call time for band members is 5:45pm. Go Saxons!
Septemberfest Parade: Monday, September 7th - call time 9:00am @ SHS
Come cheer on the SMB as they perform in the Schaumburg Septemberfest Parade on Labor Day. Students will meet at SHS at 9am and bus over to the parade staging area. The parade begins at 10am, and runs north on Summit Drive from Wise Road to the Septemberfest grounds.
Marching Band Sectionals: Monday Afternoons in the SHS Music Department
Summer sectionals begin Monday, July 6th and run every Monday through Band Camp. Sectionals begin at 2pm and end at 4:30pm (5pm for drumline and front ensemble). This is the time when we will learn all of the music for our fall halftime show and parades, as well as marching fundamentals. All students should plan on being at sectionals every week, unless you are out-of-town. Contact your section leader if you will be absent. Their contact info and more information can be found on the Marching Band page (under Bands).
SMB Uniform Fittings: Saturday, August 15th
Our Booster uniform volunteers will be taking care of uniform fittings on Saturday, August 15th from 8am until 5pm. Click on the document below to see the specific time that your student will need to be there. If you are interested in volunteering to help with the fittings, please contact our Boosters at saxonbandboosters@gmail.com.
| smb_uniform_fittings_2015.pdf |
Band Camp: Monday, August 17th through Friday, August 21st
This is the time when students learn all of the drill for our half-time show. All students must be in attendance every day of band camp. Times for this year's band camp are:
Monday, August 17 and Tuesday, August 18: 9am-6pm
Wednesday, August 19 through Friday, August 21: 1-6pm
Monday, August 17 and Tuesday, August 18: 9am-6pm
Wednesday, August 19 through Friday, August 21: 1-6pm
| smb_uniform_fittings.pdf |
SHS Band Locker Shop is Now Open!
The SHS Band online store is now open! Click here to place your orders. All orders automatically ship to SHS individually packaged per order, though you can ship to your home as well. Orders can be as many or as few items as you'd like because there are no order minimums! The SHS Locker Shop closes August 4th, so hurry up and get you Saxon Band Gear!
The SHS Band online store is now open! Click here to place your orders. All orders automatically ship to SHS individually packaged per order, though you can ship to your home as well. Orders can be as many or as few items as you'd like because there are no order minimums! The SHS Locker Shop closes August 4th, so hurry up and get you Saxon Band Gear!
| percussion_audition_results_2014.pdf |
Band Awards Concert: Tuesday, May 19 @ 7pm in the SHS Main Gym
The
Schaumburg High School Music Department will present its annual Band
Awards Concert on Tuesday, May 19, 2015. The concert will be held in the
school's main gymnasium at 7:00pm. Admission is free and open to the
public.
The evening will feature performances by the Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band, Concert Band, and Cadet Band. In addition to these performances, the concert will also include recognition of the band's Class of 2015, scholarships, and end-of-year awards. There will be a reception in the student cafeteria immediately following the concert. For more information, please call the Music Office at 847-755-4802.
The evening will feature performances by the Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band, Concert Band, and Cadet Band. In addition to these performances, the concert will also include recognition of the band's Class of 2015, scholarships, and end-of-year awards. There will be a reception in the student cafeteria immediately following the concert. For more information, please call the Music Office at 847-755-4802.
We are happy to announce that this year's halftime show will feature music of the band CHICAGO. Click below for reference recordings of each chart:
Make Me Smile - arr. Saucedo
Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is? - arr. Higgins
Free - arr. Saucedo
25 or 6 to 4 - arr. Saucedo
Make Me Smile - arr. Saucedo
Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is? - arr. Higgins
Free - arr. Saucedo
25 or 6 to 4 - arr. Saucedo
See below for information on the band's summer rehearsal schedule.
| smb_summer_letter_2014.pdf |
| calendar_14-15_letter.pdf |
SMB 2014 Pre-Game - Salute to America
| salute to america |
Band Dine-In Night at the Village Tavern: Wednesday, May 13 from 11am to 11pm
Come out for our final Band Dine-In Night of the year at the Village Tavern at Wise and Salem. Bring a copy of this flyer and a portion of your purchase will go back to the SHS Band program. The flyer can be used for both lunch and dinner. Tell your family and friends! See you there!
Manna Fundraiser
Our May Manna Gift Card Order will be due on Friday, May 1st. Students should turn in the Master Order Form found below, along with payment made payable to the SHS Band Boosters. Students may also pick up tri-fold order forms (to keep track of individual orders) in the music department. Orders will be available for pickup on Thursday, May 7th.
| mannalettermay2015.pdf |
| mannamasterorderform.pdf |
| mannavendorsmay2015.pdf |
Night of Percussion: Thursday, April 30 @ 7pm in the SHS Auditorium
The Schaumburg High School Music Department presents its annual Night of Percussion on Thursday, April 30th in the Weimer Auditorium at Schaumburg High School. The concert begins at 7:00pm and is free to the public, featuring performances by the Wind Symphony Percussion Ensemble, Symphonic Band Percussion Ensemble, Concert Band Percussion Ensemble, Cadet Band Percussion Ensembles, and several small groups and solos.
For more information, contact Anthony Graffeo at 847-755-4802.
For more information, contact Anthony Graffeo at 847-755-4802.
Tri-M Panera Bread Fundraiser: Tuesday, April 28 from 4pm to 8pm
Help support the Schaumburg High School Tri-M Music Honor Society at the Panera Bread at Schaumburg and Barrington Road Tuesday, April 28 from 4pm to 8pm. Bring a copy of this flyer and a portion of your purchase will go back to our Tri-M Chapter. It's a handcrafted, delicious meal, all for a great cause! We hope to see you there!
Jazz 'n Joe Coffeehouse: Wednesday, April 1st @ 7pm in the SHS Cafe
The Schaumburg High School Music Department is proud to present its 14th Annual Jazz 'n Joe Jazz Coffeehouse on Wednesday, April 1st at 7pm in the SHS Cafeteria. The evening will feature performances by the Schaumburg High School Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Lab Band, Jazz Quintet, Jazz Sextet, Choraliers Vocal Ensemble, and District 54 Jazz Band. The bands will all be joined by guest artist Chris Madsen, Assistant Director of Jazz Studies at the University of Illinois at Chicago and one of the most in-demand saxophonists in the Chicagoland area. Admission is $2 and tickets can be purchased at the door. For more information, contact the SHS Music Department at (847) 755-4802.
The Schaumburg High School Bands are once again excited to present our annual series of Band-Aid Concerts, taking place March 16th and 17th at 7:00pm in the Weimer Auditorium. The Cadet and Concert Bands will perform the first night, with the Symphonic Band and Wind Symphony performing on the second night. Mr. Mark Hengesh, conductor of the Arlington Heights Concert Band and retired Director of Bands at Glenbard West High School, will guest conduct the bands. All proceeds from the concerts will benefit the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Tickets are $5 for one night or $7 for both nights. Contact the band office at 847-755-4802 for more information.
| kevin_miller_day.pdf |
| Band Scholarship 2014.pdf |
| Band Scholarship 2014.docx |
Holiday Band Concerts - Wednesday, December 10th and Thursday, December 11th at 7pm
Join the SHS Bands in the Weimer Auditorium for two nights of outstanding repertoire for band, including many holiday favorites. The Concert Band and Symphonic Band will perform on Wednesday, December 10th, while the Cadet Band and Wind Symphony will perform on Thursday, December 11th. Both concerts will also feature prelude recitals by Tuba Christmas in the auditorium foyer. Tickets are $3 and may be purchased in the music department or at the door.
The SHS Band Boosters will hold a raffle each night with gift packages donated by families and businesses in the community. All proceeds will go directly back to the SHS Band.
The SHS Band Boosters will hold a raffle each night with gift packages donated by families and businesses in the community. All proceeds will go directly back to the SHS Band.
Band Online Store Now Open!
Check out the Saxon Band online store to purchase some new band merchandise for the holidays: http://thelockershop.com/saxonband
The store closes on Monday, December 1st at midnight...order now!
Items will be delivered to SHS on Friday, December 19th.
The store closes on Monday, December 1st at midnight...order now!
Items will be delivered to SHS on Friday, December 19th.
SHS Band Night at Barnes and Noble - Wednesday, December 3rd
Make a purchase at the Schaumburg Barnes & Noble on Wednesday, December 3rd and a percentage will go back to the SHS Bands. Included are food and beverage purchases at the in-store Starbucks, which offers a variety of soups, sandwiches, beverages, and desserts. Click here to download the flyer. Several student-led chamber groups will also perform at the store from 6:00 to 9:00. Can't attend the event? Visit bn.com/bookfairs to support us online from 12/03/14 to 12/08/14 by entering Bookfair ID# 11485091 at checkout.
Manna Gift Card Fundraiser - Orders due Wednesday, November 19th
Our Holiday Manna Gift Card Order will be due on Wednesday, November 19th. Students should turn in the Master Order Form found below, along with payment made payable to the SHS Band Boosters. Students may also pick up tri-fold order forms (to keep track of individual orders) in the music department. Orders will be available for pickup on Tuesday, November 25th.
| mannaletternov2014.pdf |
| mannamasterorderform.pdf |
| mannavendors.pdf |
SHS Band Night at Riccardo's Ristorante - Wednesday, November 19th
Come join us on Wednesday, November 19th at Riccardo's Ristorante for our monthly dine out night. Present the flyer below and 25% of your order will go back to the SHS Band Boosters.
| riccardosflyer2014.pdf |
Purchase any food and drink at the Schaumburg McDonalds restaurant at Roselle & Weathersfield between 4pm and 8pm on Monday, October 27 and the SHS Band Boosters will earn a percentage of the sales. Invite friends and family. No flyer necessary.
NIU Band Day: Saturday, October 4th (9am call time, 4pm kickoff)
The Saxon Marching Band will join the NIU Marching Huskies and other high school bands from around the state at NIU's annual High School Band Day at Huskie Stadium. The SMB will bus from Schaumburg in the morning for the game and halftime performance.
Jazz Lab Band Reference Recordings
Killer Joe - Aebersold play-along recording
Land Line - Niehaus
Lament - Tomaro
Salamanca Samba - Beach & Shutack
C Jam Blues - Ellington
Groovin' Hard - Menza
Hay Burner - Nestico
Land Line - Niehaus
Lament - Tomaro
Salamanca Samba - Beach & Shutack
C Jam Blues - Ellington
Groovin' Hard - Menza
Hay Burner - Nestico
Outback Festival Wind Symphony Reference Recordings
Chorale and Shaker Dance - Zdechlik
Amazing Grace - Ticheli
National Emblem March - Bagley
Jingle Bells - Gould
Amazing Grace - Ticheli
National Emblem March - Bagley
Jingle Bells - Gould
Band Online Store Now Open: Order Your CHICAGO T-Shirt and Other New Items
Check out the Saxon Band online store to purchase merchandise for the fall: http://thelockershop.com/shs
New items include the 2014 Chicago t-shirt, performance polos, and new athletic shorts with pockets.
The store closes on Tuesday, September 23rd at midnight...order now!
New items include the 2014 Chicago t-shirt, performance polos, and new athletic shorts with pockets.
The store closes on Tuesday, September 23rd at midnight...order now!
Mr. Inendino is now in his fourth year as band director at Schaumburg High School. Mr. Inendino graduated from Schaumburg High School in 2005 and received a Bachelor of Music degree in Music Education from Northwestern University in 2009. A saxophone student of Dr. Frederick Hemke, he was an active member of the Symphonic Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, SBE Saxophone Quartet, and Saxophone Ensemble during his time at Northwestern. Mr. Inendino also played mellophone in the NU Wildcat Marching Band and conducted the Basketball Pep Band. In May 2014, he earned a Master of Education degree in Educational Leadership and Administration from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
Mr. Inendino was previously the Director of Bands at Clinton Rosette Middle School in DeKalb, IL, where he directed ensembles to top-rated performances at regional concert band and marching band events. Mr. Inendino also served as assistant marching band instructor at DeKalb High School and John Hersey High School. He can be heard every summer as an alto saxophonist with the Wheaton Municipal Band, as well as other various ensembles in the Chicagoland area. Mr. Inendino is a member of the National Association for Music Education, National Band Association, North American Saxophone Alliance, and Illinois Music Education Association. In his free time, Mr. Inendino enjoys playing tennis, biking, traveling with his wife, Sarah, and playing with their English Springer Spaniel puppy, Callie.
Contact Mr. Inendino at vinendino@d211.org or (224) 653-4358.
Mr. Inendino was previously the Director of Bands at Clinton Rosette Middle School in DeKalb, IL, where he directed ensembles to top-rated performances at regional concert band and marching band events. Mr. Inendino also served as assistant marching band instructor at DeKalb High School and John Hersey High School. He can be heard every summer as an alto saxophonist with the Wheaton Municipal Band, as well as other various ensembles in the Chicagoland area. Mr. Inendino is a member of the National Association for Music Education, National Band Association, North American Saxophone Alliance, and Illinois Music Education Association. In his free time, Mr. Inendino enjoys playing tennis, biking, traveling with his wife, Sarah, and playing with their English Springer Spaniel puppy, Callie.
Contact Mr. Inendino at vinendino@d211.org or (224) 653-4358.
Mr. Graffeo is beginning his first year as band director at Schaumburg High School. Mr. Graffeo graduated from Schaumburg High in 2006 and received his Bachelor of Music degree in Music Education at Eastern Illinois University in 2011. Here he studied percussion under Terence Mayhue, and Jamie Ryan and performed in Jazz Ensembles, the EIU Wind Ensemble, and Percussion Ensembles. During this time Mr. Graffeo also worked with several state and nationally recognized schools such as Schaumburg High School, Effingham High School, and Joliet West High School as a percussion instructor. Mr. Graffeo recently earned his Masters Degree in Music Education in August 2014 from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
Mr. Graffeo previously taught for three years at Johnsburg High School Johnsburg, IL. There he directed the Wind Ensemble, two Percussion Ensembles, a Jazz Ensemble, and the JHS Marching Skyhawks who all have received top marks from adjudicators, and clinicians. Mr. Graffeo is a member in several professional organizations including the Percussive Arts Society, the National Band Association, and the Illinois Music Educators Association. Mr. Graffeo enjoys going on walks and playing with his dog Milo, traveling with his girlfriend Danielle, and watching movies.
Contact Mr. Graffeo at agraffeo@d211.org or (224) 653-4361.
Mr. Graffeo previously taught for three years at Johnsburg High School Johnsburg, IL. There he directed the Wind Ensemble, two Percussion Ensembles, a Jazz Ensemble, and the JHS Marching Skyhawks who all have received top marks from adjudicators, and clinicians. Mr. Graffeo is a member in several professional organizations including the Percussive Arts Society, the National Band Association, and the Illinois Music Educators Association. Mr. Graffeo enjoys going on walks and playing with his dog Milo, traveling with his girlfriend Danielle, and watching movies.
Contact Mr. Graffeo at agraffeo@d211.org or (224) 653-4361.
Mr. Tipps holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Jazz Studies from Roosevelt University; a Master’s Degree in Jazz Studies from DePaul University; and a Teaching License from DePaul University. He is a freelance trombonist in the Chicago area and has played with many of Chicago’s finest jazz ensembles including the Rob Parton Jazztech Big Band, The City Lights Orchestra, The Chicago Jazz Orchestra, and The Rob Parton Big Band. He has also performed alongside world renowned musicians such as Toshiko Akiyoshi, David Liebman, Paul Anka, Phil Woods, Michael Feinstein, and Johnny Mathis. He can be heard on Rob Parton’s Jazztech Big Band’s recording “Two Different Days”; the DePaul University Jazz Ensemble CD/DVD project “Solitude” featuring Phil Woods; and the upcoming release of the DePaul University Jazz Ensemble’s live performance at the Jazz Showcase with Grammy-Award-Winning jazz artist Randy Brecker.
Mr. Tipps taught private low brass lessons at Hickory Creek Middle School and at Lincoln Way East High School in Frankfort, IL as well as at Fremd High School where he also directed brass sectionals and the jazz lab band. Mr. Tipps began teaching at Schaumburg High School in 2006 directing the jazz combo and teaching private trombone and jazz lessons. He will be assisting in directing the Cadet and Concert Bands as well as the Concert and the Philharmonic Orchestras. Mr. Tipps enjoys biking along the lakefront, exploring new restaurants with his wife, Mariann, and not bathing his cat, Andromeda.
Contact Mr. Tipps at bjtipps@d211.org or (224) 653-4362.
Mr. Tipps taught private low brass lessons at Hickory Creek Middle School and at Lincoln Way East High School in Frankfort, IL as well as at Fremd High School where he also directed brass sectionals and the jazz lab band. Mr. Tipps began teaching at Schaumburg High School in 2006 directing the jazz combo and teaching private trombone and jazz lessons. He will be assisting in directing the Cadet and Concert Bands as well as the Concert and the Philharmonic Orchestras. Mr. Tipps enjoys biking along the lakefront, exploring new restaurants with his wife, Mariann, and not bathing his cat, Andromeda.
Contact Mr. Tipps at bjtipps@d211.org or (224) 653-4362.
Football Game: Friday, September 5th - call time 5:45pm - kickoff at 7:30pm
The Saxons host Buffalo Grove High School in their second game of the regular season. Check out the SMB and their 2014 show, the Music of Chicago!
The Saxons host the Glenbard West Hilltoppers this Saturday at 1pm. The call time for band members is 11:30am. Come support the SMB and cheer on the Saxons!
| smb_summer_letter_2014.pdf |
| calendar_14-15_letter.pdf |
Septemberfest Parade: Monday, September 2nd (Labor Day) in Schaumburg
Come cheer on the SMB as they perform in the Schaumburg Septemberfest Parade on Labor Day. Students will meet at SHS at 9am and bus over to the parade staging area. The parade begins at 10am, and runs north on Summit Drive from Wise Road to the Septemberfest grounds.
Come cheer on the SMB as they perform in the Schaumburg Septemberfest Parade on Labor Day. Students will meet at SHS at 9am and bus over to the parade staging area. The parade begins at 10am, and runs north on Summit Drive from Wise Road to the Septemberfest grounds.
Band Online Store Now Open: Order by July 29th
Check out the Saxon Band online store to purchase new merchandise for the fall: http://thelockershop.com/shs
| schaumburg_mallet_audition_2014.pdf |
| schaumburg_drumline_auditions_2013.pdf |
Drumline/Front Ensemble Auditions: Monday, July 30th
Placement auditions for Front Ensemble and Drumline will take place on Monday, June 30th 2:00-5:00pm in the band room. Email Mr. Inendino if you cannot attend. All students will should plan on completing a battery and mallet audition (see the Drumline page for additional copies of the audition materials).
| aaronsblues.mp3 |
Josh Wirt - Euphonium and Tuba
Josh recently earned a Master's Degree in Tuba Performance at DePaul University. Previously, Josh earned a PGDip (HONS) from the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester, UK after receiving his Bachelor's Degree in Tuba Performance from Virginia Tech.
During his time in the UK, Josh performed around England and Austria as a regular member of the Fairey Band (formerly the Williams Fairey Brass Band) as well as the North Cheshire Concert Band under Dr. Timothy Reynish.
After returning from the UK, Josh spent four years working in instructional technology at Virginia Tech as well as maintaining an active freelance and teaching career in Southwest and Central Virginia. Josh has held acting principal tuba positions with the Roanoke Symphony and Opera Roanoke as well as extensive chamber work with the Roanoke Chamber Brass.
Currently, Josh is the tubist with DePaul's graduate brass quintet (Belden Brass) as well as an associate member of the Civic Orchestra of Chicago. Josh is also an active freelance musician and private teacher in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs.
Contact Information:
joshwirt@gmail.com
(540) 230-8020
During his time in the UK, Josh performed around England and Austria as a regular member of the Fairey Band (formerly the Williams Fairey Brass Band) as well as the North Cheshire Concert Band under Dr. Timothy Reynish.
After returning from the UK, Josh spent four years working in instructional technology at Virginia Tech as well as maintaining an active freelance and teaching career in Southwest and Central Virginia. Josh has held acting principal tuba positions with the Roanoke Symphony and Opera Roanoke as well as extensive chamber work with the Roanoke Chamber Brass.
Currently, Josh is the tubist with DePaul's graduate brass quintet (Belden Brass) as well as an associate member of the Civic Orchestra of Chicago. Josh is also an active freelance musician and private teacher in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs.
Contact Information:
joshwirt@gmail.com
(540) 230-8020
Mr. Miller - Director of Bands and Music Department Chair
Mr. Miller is part of Schaumburg High School for a third time. He was a freshman and started his teaching career here.
He is a product of Dist. 54 and Dist. 211 schools, graduating from Conant High School in 1976. He received both his B.A. (Music Education) and his M.S. (Education Administration) from Northern Illinois University. Mr. Miller's professional affiliations include the Percussive Arts Society, National Association for Music Education, and the Illinois Music Education Association.
His passions in life are his family, walking his dog Lucy, good books, and great music.
Contact Mr. Miller at kmiller@d211.org or (847) 755-4801.
He is a product of Dist. 54 and Dist. 211 schools, graduating from Conant High School in 1976. He received both his B.A. (Music Education) and his M.S. (Education Administration) from Northern Illinois University. Mr. Miller's professional affiliations include the Percussive Arts Society, National Association for Music Education, and the Illinois Music Education Association.
His passions in life are his family, walking his dog Lucy, good books, and great music.
Contact Mr. Miller at kmiller@d211.org or (847) 755-4801.
Board of Directors
President - Dave Christopher email
Vice President - John Chapin email
Secretary - Stacey O'Connell email
Treasurer - Kim Bruns email
Vice President - John Chapin email
Secretary - Stacey O'Connell email
Treasurer - Kim Bruns email
Department Renovations - Check Out the New Band Room
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The SHS Music Department underwent extensive renovations this summer. As part of these renovations, the band room drop ceiling was removed, carpet was replaced with tile, new instrument lockers were installed, the back room was re-purposed for marching drum storage, and new acoustic paneling was installed. Thank you to the administration at Schaumburg High School and Township High School District 211 for their support of the SHS Music Department.
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Congratulations to the SHS Band on a Successful 2014 Outback Bowl Tour!
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The SHS Bands completed their 2014 Outback Bowl Tour in Orlando and Tampa, FL in December. Trip highlights included:
-Clinic workshops with Disney musicians at EPCOT, including playing soundtracks to various Disney films. -Marching in Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas Parade in the Magic Kingdom (pictured). -Festival performances and clinics for the Wind Symphony and Jazz Ensemble with Dr. Richard Miles, Dr. Larry Blocher, and Dr. Will Rapp. -Marching in the Outback Bowl Parade on New Year's Eve in Tampa's Ybor City. -Combining with 10 other high school bands from around the country for the Outback Bowl halftime show in front of a crowd of 60,000 and an ESPN audience on New Year's Day. Click here for the TV broadcast, featuring many Saxons! Thank you to our students and parent chaperones for a fantastic trip! Have photos from the trip that you would like to share? Email them to schaumburgband101@gmail.com. |
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Congratulations to Mr. Miller!
The Village of Schaumburg and Mayor Al Larson proclaimed Monday, May 19, 2014 as Kevin Miller Day!
The marquee in front of the High School was also been updated to honor Mr. Miller!
Click here to view the Official Proclamation.
The marquee in front of the High School was also been updated to honor Mr. Miller!
Click here to view the Official Proclamation.
Upcoming Events
Band Awards Concert - Monday, May 19th - 7pm in the Main Gymnasium
The Schaumburg High School Music Department will present its annual Band Awards Concert on May 19, 2014. The concert will be held in the school's main gymnasium at 7:00 pm. Admission is free and open to the public.
The evening will feature performances by the Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band, Concert Band, and Cadet Band. Three students will be featured: Robert Bach, Kyle Picchi and Cory Loft performing the snare drum solos for Field Ayres by Douglas Richard. The Wind Symphony will perform the world premiere of Eternal Landscape by Richard Adams. Mr. Adams is an accomplished composer from the Nashville area. He was a 1979 graduate of Conant High School. Other composers on this program include: King, Torke, Curnow, Balmages and Fillmore.
This evening will also include recognition of the band's Class of 2014, scholarships and end-of-year awards. There will be a reception in the student cafeteria immediately following the concert.
For more information, please call the Music Office at 847.755.4801.
The evening will feature performances by the Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band, Concert Band, and Cadet Band. Three students will be featured: Robert Bach, Kyle Picchi and Cory Loft performing the snare drum solos for Field Ayres by Douglas Richard. The Wind Symphony will perform the world premiere of Eternal Landscape by Richard Adams. Mr. Adams is an accomplished composer from the Nashville area. He was a 1979 graduate of Conant High School. Other composers on this program include: King, Torke, Curnow, Balmages and Fillmore.
This evening will also include recognition of the band's Class of 2014, scholarships and end-of-year awards. There will be a reception in the student cafeteria immediately following the concert.
For more information, please call the Music Office at 847.755.4801.
2014-2015 Drumline and Front Ensemble Auditions
Placement auditions for Front Ensemble and Drumline will take place on Monday, June 30th 2:00-5:00pm in the band room. Email Mr. Inendino if you cannot attend. All students will should plan on completing a battery and mallet audition (see materials below). Additionally, there will be an optional audition clinic for all percussionists on Tuesday, June 24th 2:00-5:00pm in the band room.
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NIU Band Day - The Music of Styx
Click below for recordings of the music for this year's NIU Band Day:
Grand Illusion/Renegade - arr. Murtha
The Best of Times/Too Much Time on My Hands - arr. Murtha
Mr. Roboto - arr. Wallace
Grand Illusion/Renegade - arr. Murtha
The Best of Times/Too Much Time on My Hands - arr. Murtha
Mr. Roboto - arr. Wallace
THE 2013 FALL HALFTIME SHOW IS...THE MUSIC OF QUEEN
Music for this year's halftime show will be available to all band members at the first sectional on Monday, July 8th. Check out recordings of our arrangements below:
Bohemian Rhapsody - arr. Saucedo
Bicycle Race - arr. Wallace
We Will Rock You - arr. Lang
You Make the Rockin' World Go Round - arr. Kalantarian
Stars and Stripes Forever - arr. Dawson (Pre-Game and Parade Tune)
Bohemian Rhapsody - arr. Saucedo
Bicycle Race - arr. Wallace
We Will Rock You - arr. Lang
You Make the Rockin' World Go Round - arr. Kalantarian
Stars and Stripes Forever - arr. Dawson (Pre-Game and Parade Tune)
Congratulations to the 2013 SMB Leadership Team. Click here for section leader contact information. If you will be absent from a sectional, please make sure to contact your section leader in advance.
Junior High/Alumni Band Night
Click below for recordings of the music for this year's Junior High/Alumni Band Night:
We Will Rock You - arr. Sweeney
Crazy Little Thing Called Love - arr. Saucedo
We Will Rock You - arr. Sweeney
Crazy Little Thing Called Love - arr. Saucedo
The Schaumburg High School Music Department presents: EPIC PERCUSSION!!! Concert. The program takes place Tuesday, May 6th in the Weimer Auditorium at the high school. The concert begins at 7:00 pm and is FREE to the public. The Wind Symphony Percussion Ensemble, Symphonic Percussion Ensemble, Concert Percussion Group, Cadet Percussion Choir, and SaxonSTOMP will perform, along with solos by Robert Bach, Griffin Lober, Ryan Petritis, Ethan Garratt, Katie Amidon, and Alexis Reddy. The evening’s program will have something for everyone, from pop music to standard percussion repertoire.
For more information, contact Kevin Miller in the Music Office at 847.755.4801.
For more information, contact Kevin Miller in the Music Office at 847.755.4801.
The Schaumburg High School Band is once again excited to present its annual series of Band-Aid Concerts, taking place March 17th and 18th at 7:00 PM in the Weimer Auditorium. The Cadet and Concert Bands will perform the first night, with the Symphonic Band and Wind Symphony performing on the second night. In addition, guest conductor Tom Beckwith (retired Director of Bands from Warren Township High School) will be featured with all four bands. Tickets are $5.00 and all proceeds will benefit the Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago. We hope to see you there! Contact the band office at 847-755-4801 for more information.
As the basketball season nears its end, come join the SHS Pep Band for a Valentines-themed evening of your favorites heard in the stands. Admission is a non-perishable food item, to be donated to the Schaumburg Township Food Pantry.
The SHS Wind Symphony and combined 7th and 8th grade bands from District 54 junior high schools will present a combined concert on Wednesday, January 22nd at 7pm in the Main Gymnasium. Admission is free.
Join the SHS Bands in the Weimer Auditorium for two nights of outstanding repertoire for band, including many holiday favorites. The Jazz Ensemble, Concert Band, and Symphonic Band will perform on Monday, December 16th, while the Cadet Band and Wind Symphony will perform on Tuesday, December 17th. Both concerts will also feature prelude recitals by Tuba Christmas in the Auditorium foyer. Tickets are $2 and may be purchased in the music department or at the door.
Manna Fundraiser - Orders due Wednesday, November 27th
Our Holiday Manna Gift Card Order will be due on Wednesday, November 27th. Students should turn in the Master Order Form found below, along with payment made payable to Schaumburg High School (NOT the Band Boosters). Students may also pick up tri-fold order forms (to keep track of individual orders) in the music department. Orders will be available for pickup on Thursday, December 12th after school in the music office.
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Upcoming Events
Football Quarterfinals: Saturday, November 16th at 1pm
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Columbus Day Parade: Monday, October 14th at 9am
Cheer on the Saxon Marching Band as they perform in the Columbus Day Parade in downtown Chicago. The parade begins at 12:30pm, and runs north on Columbus from Balbo to Monroe. The parade is televised live on Comcast 217 and will also be aired on Sunday, October 20th on ABC 7. Call time for students is 9am at SHS.
Online Store Now Open - Fall Show T-Shirt Orders Due Wednesday at Midnight
The Saxon Band Online Store is now open for ordering this year's official Queen shirt.
CLICK HERE TO ORDER YOUR OFFICIAL FALL SHOW T-SHIRT.
CLICK HERE TO ORDER YOUR OFFICIAL FALL SHOW T-SHIRT.
SMB Indoor Concert: Monday, October 7th at 7pm
The Saxon Marching Band presents it's Indoor Marching Band Concert on Monday, October 7th in the Main Gymnasium. Join us for an evening of fan favorites including the 2013 halftime show, The Music of Queen. Admission is a non-perishable food item.
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Homecoming & Junior High Night: Friday, September 27th at 7pm
The Saxon Marching Band will share the field with guests both young and...not as young...at this year's homecoming game. Junior high students from Addams, Frost, and Keller Junior Highs will join the SMB for our pre-game and halftime performances. Additionally, SHS band alumni will be on hand to celebrate homecoming and Mr. Miller's final year of teaching.
Alumni: click here for more information OR click here to register. After registering, you will be emailed a link to the pre-game and halftime show music. Recordings of the music can also be found on the Marching Band page.
Alumni: click here for more information OR click here to register. After registering, you will be emailed a link to the pre-game and halftime show music. Recordings of the music can also be found on the Marching Band page.
NIU Band Day: Saturday, September 21st (morning through late evening)
The Saxon Marching Band will join the NIU Marching Huskies and other high school bands from around the state at NIU's annual High School Band Day at Huskie Stadium. The SMB will bus from Schaumburg in the morning for a 6pm kickoff against Eastern Illinois University.
IMEA All-State Showcase
Manna Fundraiser Information - September Gift Card Delivery
See below for information on our most current Manna fundraiser. Orders are due on Thursday, August 22nd and will be available for pick up on Tuesday, September 10th. If you have any questions regarding Manna fundraisers, please contact Debbie Grimm, Manna Fundraising Chair, at dera39@att.net.
Note: all orders must be submitted on the "Master Order Form." The "tri-fold" brochure is your copy and will NOT be turned in. Extra tri-fold brochures are available outside of the music office.
Note: all orders must be submitted on the "Master Order Form." The "tri-fold" brochure is your copy and will NOT be turned in. Extra tri-fold brochures are available outside of the music office.
The IMEA All-State Showcase is now on display outside of the auditorium, near the Band Quilt and across from the Distinguished Scholars display. This showcase recognizes all SHS musicians who have participated in All-State Band, Orchestra, Choir, or Jazz Band since 2002.
Special thanks to Nicole Loch for coordinating this project, and Mr. Matt Louro for construction of the showcase.
Special thanks to Nicole Loch for coordinating this project, and Mr. Matt Louro for construction of the showcase.
Manna Fundraiser Information - August/September
Check out the Band Boosters page for more information on our current Manna fundraiser. Orders are due on Thursday, August 22nd.
Upcoming Events
Marching Band Sectionals: Monday afternoons in the SHS Music Department
Summer sectionals for all band members continue every Monday through Band Camp. Sectionals begin at 1pm and end at 3:30pm (4pm for drumline). This is the time when we will learn all of the music for our fall half-time show and parades, as well as marching fundamentals. All students should plan on being at sectionals every week, unless you are out-of-town. Contact your section leader if you will be absent. Their contact info and more information can be found on the Marching Band page (under Bands).
Summer sectionals for all band members continue every Monday through Band Camp. Sectionals begin at 1pm and end at 3:30pm (4pm for drumline). This is the time when we will learn all of the music for our fall half-time show and parades, as well as marching fundamentals. All students should plan on being at sectionals every week, unless you are out-of-town. Contact your section leader if you will be absent. Their contact info and more information can be found on the Marching Band page (under Bands).
Band Camp: Monday, August 12th through Friday, August 16th from 1pm to 6pm at SHS
This is the time when students learn all of the drill for our half-time show. All students must be in attendance every day of band camp. Drumline will meet from 12pm to 6pm each day.
This is the time when students learn all of the drill for our half-time show. All students must be in attendance every day of band camp. Drumline will meet from 12pm to 6pm each day.
2013 SMB Leadership
Congratulations to the 2013 SMB Leadership Team. Click here for section leader contact information. If you will be absent from a sectional, please make sure to contact your section leader in advance.