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The following students have been selected for the Illinois Music Education Association’s Band, Chorus, Jazz and Orchestra divisions, based on their virtual auditions. Congratulations to all! Huntley Middle School Junior Band Christina Blanchard, 8th grade – Flute Lillian Hetland, 7th grade – Bb Clarinet Carly Kammes, 8th grade – Tenor Sax Alissa Kocjan, 8th gradeContinueContinue reading “Students Selected for ILMEA 2020”

Support the DeKalb Music Boosters’ Scholarship Fund by ordering from the Premium Fruit, Cheese and Sausage Sale catalogue online from Blue Freedom Farm Markets. Order now through November 16. Order here: https://app.fundraiseit.org/shop.php?code=B3A88 Pick-up will be available at DeKalb High School in early December or by making arrangements personally with a DeKalb School District 428 musicContinueContinue reading “Fruit, Cheese and Sausage Sale Benefits Music Scholarships”

I am proud to take on the position as president of the DeKalb Music Boosters — I follow your great example, Carol Lee Duffin, and I thank you for your hard work as president and your dedication to the music students of DeKalb CUSD #428.I am glad to welcome our new secretary, Wendy Wakeland. IContinueContinue reading “Update: New President, Secretary AND Vice President Announced!”

The DeKalb Music Boosters’ Hall of Fame Committee announced today the names of four nominees who will be inducted to the DeKalb School District 428 Music Hall of Fame. Nancy and Larry Apperson, Melissa Dye, and the late Arthur D. Montzka will be honored for their work in music as volunteers, performers and educators.  TheContinueContinue reading “**Cancelled Due to COVID-19** Tickets Now Available! Music Hall of Fame Honorees to be Recognized at Event May 1”

DHS Choir Director Travis Erikson is pleased to finally outfit his singers in beautiful new choir robes, designed and detailed for a one-of-a-kind look, exclusive to the DeKalb High School Choir Program. DeKalb Music Boosters helped subsidize the purchase which was largely funded through grants.

Welcome back students and parents!! We hope your year is off to a great start! Be sure to come out this Thursday after the Homecoming Parade to the Annual DHS Band Homecoming Chili Dinner from 6-7:30 p.m. at the DHS Stadium Concession Area!!

SAVE THE DATE!!! Join us on Saturday, April 14, 2018 as the DeKalb Music Boosters host our 2nd Annual Kentucky Derby Night Fundraiser: Hats, Horses and Harmony! Doors open at 5:30 p.m. at River Heights Golf course. The event will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will feature student performances, simulated horse races, derby themed horsContinueContinue reading

Here is a link to some of the music events happening this spring. Music Events