Summer Destinations 2019: Zieg-Sniffen marches up to Interlochen music camp for six weeks
by Braden Weinel and Alexis Fowler
June 18, 2019
Alyson Zieg-Sniffen leads the Trumpet section of the marching band. On June 20, Zieg-Sniffen will further her music education at the Interlochen music summer camp in Interlochen, Michigan. She will be there for six weeks focusing on becoming a better musician, along with 1500 select high school students. Zi...
Linganore band prepares for fall season at mini band camp: Photo of the Day 6/10/19
by Lindsey Russo and Yesenia Montenegro
June 11, 2019
While most students are getting ready for the long summer break, the marching band is just beginning its fall season. On June 8, the marching band held their Mini Band Camp. There were around 100 students participating, which included incoming freshmen. They worked on fundamental marching skills a...
Symphonic band practices in preparation for spring concert: Photo of the Day 4/17/19
by Elizabeth Rajnik, Reporter
April 17, 2019
On April 17, the symphonic band practices after school in order to prepare for their spring concert, which will be on May 2. The group of musicians practice after school every Tuesday to prepare for the pieces they plan to play in their spring concert. The symphonic band consists of members in th...
Marching band celebrates St. Patrick’s Day in NYC: Photo of the Day 3/19/19
by Emily Watson, Reporter
March 19, 2019
From March 15 to 17, the Linganore Marching Band went to New York for their spring trip. Arriving at New York on Friday, March 15, the Marching Band went to tour the Cathedral of St.John the Divine. Numerous pieces of art with inspirational stories were displayed around on the walls. The group of students...
Percussion students practice for Solo and Ensemble: Photo of the Day 2/24/19
by Emily Watson, Reporter
February 24, 2019
On February 19, Ricky Guariglia and Anthony Proper practiced for the Percussion Solo and Ensemble Festival. Solo and Ensemble Festivals are true to their name. Band, orchestra, choir, and other performing arts students work by themselves or with a group to perform a challenging piece of music. Students...
So you want to be a music major?
by Alyson Sniffen and Elizabeth Anderson
January 25, 2019
“Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life.” These words were spoken by the Chinese teacher and philosopher Confucius, yet they are quoted even today centuries later--despite the fact that most people are forced to work for a paycheck and not their own enjoyment. ...
Eric Byrd Trio performs Charlie Brown Christmas concert: Photo of the day 12/20/18
by Josh Tidd, Reporter
December 20, 2018
On December 20, The Eric Byrd Trio played a Charlie Brown Christmas Concert. The Eric Byrd Trio is a group who plays, gospel, blues and jazz consisting of Eric Byrd on piano and vocals, Bhagwan Khalsa on acoustic bass and Alphonso Young, Jr. on drums. The Charlie Brown Christmas movie was...
Distinguished Graduates 2018: Karen Ellison-Seyler honored in Arts & Humanities for her achievements in music
by Alex Dembeck, Reporter
December 4, 2018
On November 20, the Distinguished Graduate Organization recognized six graduates for their achievements in Business, Academics, Public Service, Sciences, Arts & Humanities, and Athletics. Karen Ellison-Seyler, member of the class of 1982, is the 2018 Distinguished Graduate honoree in Arts & Humanitie...
#LanceroftheWeek: Nicholas Paré, the next guitar hero
by Julie Walker, Reporter
August 13, 2018
Nick Pare appears to be a quiet, humble, high school sophomore, but he has a knack for the wild side, traveling the country playing his guitar. Pare is currently working on a solo album and recently went to Los Angeles to perform at a club called "The Whisky." He performed with singer-songwriter Za...
Band and guard banquet celebrates year of success at banquet: Photo of the Day 5/12/18
by Elizabeth Anderson, Editor
May 14, 2018
On the evening of May 11th, students who participated in band and color guard during the 2017-18 school year gathered with their families to celebrate of their accomplishments. They were joined by director Kevin Lloyd, assistant director Jeremy Brown, FCPS visual and performing arts curriculum specialist...
