Congratulations to the McCracken Middle School Symphonic Band for their invitation to serve as a demonstration group for a 2011 Midwest Clinic rehearsal lab. We very excited that Paula Crider, Midwest Clinic Board Member and Longhorn Band Director at the...
It’s still quite tentative, but I’ve posted the 2011-2012 Calendar. The finalized calendar should be set by the end of the summer!
Another well respected educator leaving us way too soon. Our condolences to Steve’s family, friends, and students. Steve Nedzel 1979-2011 [ Chicago Tribune ] Popular Band Director Dies in Fall [ NBC Chicago ] Lincoln-Cay Mourns Death of West Band...
The Skokie Patch just published a great article about our selection as Honor Band at the University of Illinois Superstate Concert Band Festival. Check it out! McCracken Band Makes Sweet Music [Skokie Patch]
Skokie Patch – June 15, 2011 by Daniel Dorfmann Middle school students sing praises about their director in earning statewide recognition.
In case you missed it, the Skokie Review included an article about the Symphonic Band last week! We’ve been recently interviewed by the Skokie Patch as well. Stay tuned for that one!
WHEREAS, under the direction of Chip De Stefano, McCracken Middle School, once again, has proven to provide an exemplary curriculum in music; and WHEREAS, the McCracken Middle School Band has brought great credit on its school and Village through the...
Tonight, at the Village Board Meeting, Skokie Mayor George Van Dusen will declare today (June 6, 2011) “McCracken Middle School Band Day” in the Village of Skokie. We’ll post the full text of the resolution when we’ve received it! So…Happy...
Congratulations to all of the McCracken MIddle School and Middleton Elementary School for a FABULOUS All-Bands Concert last night. All the groups performed so musically and maturely. Thanks to the MANY, MANY parents who helped organize the post concert reception....
2010-2011 Band Yearbook Page All Bands Concert Niles North High School May 16, 2011 Chip De Stefano, conductor David Morrison, conductor Beginner Band Jim Along Josie – Traditional Skip to My Lou – Traditional Simple Song – Peter Reynolds Chant...