Illinois lost one of the great middle school band directors this week - Pete Pappas former Director of Bands at Kelvin Grove Middle School (Lockport) and Glenbrook South High School (Glenview)
Congratulations to Mr. De Stefano for his re-election to the National Band Association Board of Directors as a Middle School Representative for the 2026-2028 term!
Congratulations to the McCracken Middle School Concert Band and Middleton Elementary School for their outstanding performances at the 2025 District 66 Winter Invitational held at Lakeview Junior High School on Saturday.
The McCracken Middle School Bands lost a former band parent, good friend, and tremendous influence this week.
Congratulations to the McCracken Middle School Symphonic Band for their outstanding performance at the 2025 University of Illinois SuperState Concert Band Festival.
We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Elton Eisele, Niles North Director of Bands, 1983 - 2012.
Congratulations to the McCracken Middle School Symphonic Band, 8th Grade Singers, 7th Grade Singers, and Hornet Harmony for all receiving Division I ratings at the 2025 Illinois Grade School Music Association District Contest.
Congratulations to the Middleton Elementary School Beginner Band on their OUTSTANDING first concert!
Congratulations to McCracken Middle School and Niles North Band Alum Daniel Aisenberg who has won and accepted a position with the The United States Army Field Band!!!!
Congratulations to McCracken Middle School Concert Band and Skokie School District 73.5 Intermediate Band for their outstanding performances at the Center Cass District 66 Winter Invitational Concert Band Festival this past Saturday. Both ensembles showcased their musical talents with skill,...