Marching band celebrates St. Patrick’s Day in NYC: Photo of the Day 3/19/19
by Emily Watson, Reporter
March 19, 2019
Filed under Photo of the Day, Spring 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
Filed under Photo of the Day, Spring 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
Filed under Fall 2018, Opinion, Showcase
“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
Filed under Photo of the Day, Showcase
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
Filed under Distinguished Graduate Organization, Fall 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
Filed under #Lancer of the Week
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
Filed under Photo of the Day, Showcase
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...
Class of 2018 Countdown: Band seniors strike final chords in last nine days of school
by Elizabeth Anderson, Editor
May 10, 2018
Filed under Senior Countdown 2018, Showcase
With only nine days left until they're out of high school for good, band seniors are busy finishing benchmark projects, completing final performances, and saying farewell to close friends. After years of enduring grueling heat, freezing cold, and late nights spent at band camp, concerts, and spring trips,...
LHS Jazz Ensemble performs in All-County Jazz Festival: Photo of the Day 4/7/18
by Elizabeth Anderson, Editor
April 7, 2018
Filed under Photo of the Day, Showcase
On April 7, the Linganore Jazz Ensemble was one of four bands to participate in the All-County High School Jazz Festival for Frederick County, and select members participated in the All-County Jazz Ensemble which performed at the end of the evening. The LHS ensemble has been practicing since the beginning...
Lancer Marching Band performs at Disney World’s Main Street parade
by Mackenzie Berry, Reporter
March 20, 2018
Filed under Photo of the Day, Showcase
On March 14th, the Lancer marching band departed for Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, for a six-day trip filled with excitement, magic, and music. The culminating event was the Main Street parade on March 17. The group traveled by charter bus, for what ended up being an estimated 35 hour ro...
