2013: Year in Review

As we say farewell to 2013 and hello to 2014 with new hopes, dreams, and goals, let's revisit all the major events that impacted the CMS bands and orchestra last year.

January
The inaugural CMS Jazz Band traveled to UNR for their first ever jazz festival.
February
22 band members represented Carson Middle School in the Northern Zone Honor Band.
March
Various chamber groups and soloists from the String Orchestra performed at the Solo and Ensemble festival, earning "Superior" and "Excellent" ratings.
The Bingo Chili Night fundraiser generated over $6,000 that was used to purchase new instruments for the band.
April
All band students earned "Superior" and "Excellent" ratings at the Northern Zone Band Festival.
May
Beginning Band and Concert Band earned "Superior" ratings at the Northern Nevada Music Festival.
String Orchestra performed at their first music festival in the history of the program, earning "Superior" ratings.
On May 11, Advanced Band earned "Superior" ratings and was the top band in all divisions at the Music in the Parks festival in San Jose, California.
August
Total band and orchestra enrollment jumped from a total of 140 to over 180 musicians as the new school year began.
October
The CMS Marching Band performed "Crazy Train" at the Nevada Day Parade.
28 band members participated in the fall football game, playing alongside the Carson High School Marching Band.
November
The CMS Marching Band performed "Battle Hymn of the Republic" at the Reno Veterans Day Parade.
20 band members were selected to represent CMS in the 2014 Northern Zone Honor Band.
December
The CMS Marching Band braved fresh snow and temperatures in the 20s as they performed "Cartoon Christmas Parade" at the Sparks Hometowne Christmas Parade.


2014 is full of even more amazing opportunities. Enjoy the remaining days of winter break.  I look forward to another great year!