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Knox Band Entertains at Nursing Homes

Knox Band Entertains at Nursing Homes

On Wednesday, June 13, volunteer members of the Knox eighth grade band performed for residents of the Wells House and Pine View Commons nursing homes.

Performers included: Cecelia D’Amore-clarinet, Mackenzie Heffernan-percussion, Emily Gelman-saxophone, Emma Jean Herrick-trumpet, Shauna McCullough-bassoon, Gabby Pettit-flute, Hailey Preston-horn, Luke Solby- flute, Anthony Tybor-percussion, Edna Witzke-clarinet.

The students did a wonderful job and enjoyed sharing their talents!

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Knox Promotion

Who: 7th Grade Band Members
What: Knox Promotion
When: Thursday, June 21st at 5:30 p.m. (arrive JHS band room 4:45 pm for warm-ups)
Where: Johnstown High School
Why: To provide ceremony music
Dress: Dressy casual {ex. polo shirt & khaki shorts). Please no jeans or sneakers if possible.

It is tradition and a course expectation for 7th grade band members to provide music for Promotion. Please feel free to contact Mrs. Casey with any questions or concerns: jcasey@johnstownschools.org or 762-3711×115.

Promotion will conclude at approximately 6:30 p.m. Thank you and have a great summer!

Final Exam Info

The 7th Grade Band final exam will be administered on Tuesday, June 19th at 8:00 a.m.

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Spring Concert Series Announced

Come enjoy the following Spring Concert events, featuring performances by our student choral and instrumental groups:

  • Tuesday, May 8: Glebe Street Elementary
  • Thursday, May 10: Johnstown High School
  • Tuesday, May 22: Knox Junior High
  • Wednesday, June 6: Warren Street Elementary

All concerts will be held at the Johnstown Performing Arts Center at 7:00 PM.

Admission is free, although donations will be gladly accepted by the Johnstown Music Support Group to fund this year’s Warren Street Classical Kids field trip to see the Philadelphia Orchestra at SPAC in August.

In April, students were able to attend an assembly by Bob Cafaro, cellist with the orchestra. Last year, students experienced a visit by members of the NYC Ballet and attended a performance at SPAC in July.

The Classical Kids program allows our students in Johnstown to experience live classical music and ballet every summer for free.  Participants are given a pass which allows them free lawn admission to any classical even at SPAC until they graduate high school!

Thank you for your support!

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Sign up for 2018 Marching Band Team Monday, May 7

Sign up for 2018 Marching Band Team Monday, May 7

graphic spelling out Greater Johnstown School District

free form artwork in purple and gold colors

Be a part of the Purple and Gold Pride!
Sign up for the 2018 JHS Marching Band Team!

The Greater Johnstown School District’s Marching Band Spring Guard program will be signing up and teaching students in grades 4-12 on at 5:30 p.m. on Monday May 7, in the Johnstown High School gym.

Now in its 22nd year, the GJSD’s Spring Marching guard is a combination of the use of flags, mock sabers and rifles set to music played by our spectacular JHS Band*!

We will be marching in the Johnstown and Gloversville Parades this Memorial Day weekend: 6:30 p.m. May 25th in Johnstown, and 9:30 a.m. May 28th in Gloversville.  Practices will be from 5:30-7:00 p.m. at JHS on May 2, 7, 9, 14, 15, 16, 21 and 23rd.

For questions please contact Marching Guard Directors Mrs. Gordon or Mrs. Meyers at 518-762-4661. No experience necessary! Our experienced staff will be teaching basic guard skills set to this season’s patriotic music! Please bring a water bottle, sneakers and wear comfortable gym clothes to practice. Equipment, uniforms and gloves will be provided.

*Please contact JHS Band Director Mr. Andrew LaCoppola or Knox band director Jennifer Casey for marching band instrument questions.

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VIDEOS: Music Ensembles Perform at BOE Meeting

Thank you to the Sixth Grade Ensemble and the Knox Winds Ensemble for promoting Music In Our Schools Month with awesome instrumental performances during the March 8, 2018 Board of Education meeting!

 

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Knox Bassoonist Part of NYS Honor Band

Knox Bassoonist Part of NYS Honor Band

Congratulations to Knox Junior High School student and bassoon player Cecelia D’Amore! Cecelia performed with the New York State Band Directors Association’s Middle School Honor Band on Saturday, March 3, in Liverpool, NY.

Cecelia, along with 105 other students from across the state, worked with guest conductor Dr. Milt Allen. The band performed four pieces, including the world premier of a commissioned work titled “Exhale” by Sean O’Loughlin. Selection for this prestigious ensemble included an application process and scores from the New York State School Music Association’s solo festival.

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Students Selected for NYSSMA Festival

Students Selected for NYSSMA Festival

five students pose for group photo

Five Johnstown High School students were selected for and performed in the NYSSMA Zone 7 Area All State Music Festival this past weekend, November 17 and 18, in Saratoga Springs.  All students were selected based on their Spring 2017 NYSSMA All-State Solo auditions.

Chorus:

  • Emily Barker, Alto 1
  • Sandra Trueworthy, Alto 1
  • Jordyn Stoutner, Alto 2
  • Hunter Hill, Bass 2

Band:

  • Lillian Nevins, Flute

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Knox Musicians at NYSSMA Solo Festival

Knox Musicians at NYSSMA Solo Festival

On Friday, April 7, musicians from Knox Junior High School participated in the New York State School Music Association’s Solo Festival. The festival took place at Bethlehem Middle School. There, students performed a solo, scales and sight reading for an adjudicator. The Knox students worked very hard, practicing since February in preparation. Participants included: Natalie Baxter – saxophone, Joelle Bump – bassoon, Petra Conyne – vocal, Cecilia D’Amore – bassoon, Kyla Herrick – flute, Morgan Hotaling – trumpet, Madison King – clarinet, Brooke Nellis – flute/vocal, Kaidince Nellis – clarinet, Cameron Polidore – snare drum, Luke Solby – flute, Zachary Tierney – tuba. A wonderful job was done by all of the students!

students pose in a group in Bethlehem gym, one boy holds an instrument

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Video: JHS Madrigal Choir Reunion Concert

Johnstown High School Madrigal Choir members (classes 1995-2006) reunited recently for a special performance under the direction of Dr. William Crankshaw. Proceeds from the December 22 benefit at the First Presbyterian Church have been generously donated to the JHS music program. Many thanks to all who helped make this remarkable event possible. Video courtesy of Mr. Dave Bode:

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Donation Made to Local Food Pantry

Donation Made to Local Food Pantry

The JHS Captain’s Council, Student Council and the Music Department recently made its first donation of the new year to the local food pantry.  With the help of the community members and visitors who brought non-perishable items to athletic and music events, seven boxes of food were delivered help those in need.  Thank you to everyone who helped!

group of students stands behind boxes of food piled on table and floor

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