The Lancaster band program exists to provide our students with an outstanding instrumental music experience that prepares them for life-long participation in music, while developing a great work ethic, musical independence, and leadership focused on serving others.
Getting Ready for Band Camp and the Marching Band Season The following is important information about getting ready for Band Camp and the upcoming Marching Band Season. Medication and Health Information – Band Camp 2018 Medication Collection Dates In preparation for Band Camp, a Lancaster City Schools medical assistant will be collecting medications on Thursday 7/19 and Wednesday... Continue Reading →
Low Brass students: Every year, many talented professional musicians come to Lancaster to perform in the Lancaster Festival Orchestra. This year, Adam Snider, principal tubist with the Lancaster Festival Orchestra, will be presenting a masterclass for all area low brass players of all ages. Date: Friday, July 27th, 2018. Time: 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.... Continue Reading →
Band Boosters: Our 38th Annual Band of Gold Invitational will be held on Saturday, September 15. Please mark your calendars... We will need everyone's help on this day! For those interested in getting involved with planning of this important event, we will be meeting on Tuesday, July 17 at 7:00pm in the LHS Band Room.... Continue Reading →
Band of Gold families: Fittings for our fall marching band uniforms are coming up soon. All marching band members must attend one of these two dates, with the exception of color guard members who will be fitted at a later date. Saturday July 7 9am-12pm - New members 1pm-3pm - Returning members Saturday, July 14... Continue Reading →
Below is a link to the July 2018 Newsletter. July 2018 Newsletter Debbi Hoagland Publicity Committee
Schedule for Wednesday, July 4, 2018 Lancaster Independence Day Parade 8:30am Percussion Report Time 9:15am Winds/Guard/Field Commander Report Time Meet at the Band Booster Fair Booth (round building behind the grandstands). 10:00am Parade begins 11:30am Parade concludes (approximate time) 12:00pm Band room opens to return equipment (approximate time) Announcements and Reminders for the Week... Continue Reading →
Summer uniform fitting dates: Thursday, June 7th – 6-8pm Tuesday, June 12th – 6-8pm Students may come on either of these dates. This is for all new Band of Gold students and any upperclassmen that need new summer uniform items. Students will be also measured for marching band shoes. Full uniform fitting dates: Saturday,... Continue Reading →
Set up for the Spring Band Banquet will take place at 7:00pm on Monday evening (Memorial Day) at Crossroads. The Band Boosters could use help from anyone who is available. Chairs and tables will need to be set up. All are welcome!
Dear Band Families: Lancaster’s 4th of July festivities are quickly approaching. The Lancaster band program has been invited to direct parking traffic into the fairgrounds on July 4th. This is a great opportunity to earn money for our organization, but we will need many volunteers. Those volunteering will park at the former site of the covered bridge.... Continue Reading →
