(updated 11/13/24 - 10:20am)

LATEST NEWS​​

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CONCERT BANDS - Below you will find some announcements and reminders:

1. BAND App!!! - The LCN Concert Band BAND App groups have been created and are running as of the week of Halloween! We would like all band students to join the student group, and all LCN band parents to join the parent group. These groups will be where much of the information for upcoming events are distributed. Band staff, including our chamber instructors, will be included. Parents will be allowed to ask and answer questions, however, students will only be allowed to message staff, not each other. Below you will find links to both groups. We ask everyone to use your full name when signing up. No nicknames please:).

   • PARENT GROUP - CLICK HERE to join!​

   • STUDENT GROUP - CLICK HERE to join!

2. CRAFTY CHRISTMAS CRAFT SHOW - On Saturday, December 7th, the LCN Band Boosters will host their annual holiday craft show. The event runs 10am-4pm, but help is needed well beyond that! You can find most details on the BAND app (see above for parent and student registration) and the Band Booster Facebook page (L'Anse Creuse High School North Bands). Both will be great sources for Volunteer Opportunities and donation needs. Also, see below for some student expectations.

   • Ensemble Performance - All groups will perform in the cafeteria during the Craft Show. The performance times are:​

     • Freshman Band - 11:00am​

     • Wind Symphony - 12:00pm

     • Symphony Band - 1:00pm

     • Jazz Ensembles - 2:00pm

   • Raffle Basket Donations - Call for student donations to fill the raffle baskets. You can sign-up for items on the Sign-Up Genius survey by CLICKING HERE. The survey will give some specific items for each grade for families to donate. Donations need to be turned in to Mr. G or Mr. O before Tuesday, November 26th. Please include a name (Post-It) on the items. Below are the items requested by grade:

     • Freshmen - Snow Day - Blue-rays, Hot Chocolate, Games, Popcorn, Movie Candy, Gift Cards, etc​

     • Sophomores - Christmas Baking - Christmas theme baking/kitchen ware, baking mixes, gift cards, etc

     • Juniors - Cozy Winter Nights - Spa-like winter remedies, Warming Home items, Gift Cards, etc

     • Seniors - Lucky Lotto - Michigan Lottery Scratch & Win Games or CASH!

3. Scale Assessments - The primary first semester assessment this fall will be recording scales into Schoology. 5A & 5B were due Friday, November 22nd. 6A & 6B will be due Friday, December 13th. A note regarding the Freshman Scale Assessment - Freshman will only need to record 1 scale for scale 6 and scale 7. In addition, all but the flute scale sheets list two scale 6. The final scale on the page should be listed as scale 7 (the flute scale pages are correct). Scale 7 will be due in January.

4. Concert Dress - The LCN bands will not supply any uniforms for concert season. Students will need to supply their own concert dress. Uniform requirements call for an all black dress code. Black slacks, black button up & collard dress shirt, black sock, and all black shoes. A black belt is recommended. A conservatively colored tie is acceptable, but not required.  

5. Pep Band - The 2024 Marching Crusader Drum Majors are putting together a Pep Band to perform at the LC United Varsity Hockey game on Tuesday, November 26th. The report time would be 7pm with the game starting at 7:30pm. CLICK HERE for the information. CLICK HERE to sign-up! Please note, students playing in the Tuesday evening Brass Chamber should not skip rehearsal for the pep band.

6. Winterguard - The Marching Crusaders Color Guard staff will be starting up their Winterguard season very soon. If you are interested, join them for a pair of try-it sessions. CLICK HERE for the information flier.

7. Oakland University Pep Band - Seniors! If you are interested in playing in a pep band in college and would like to see what it's like, Oakland Universities Grizz Band is offering an opportunity to attend a game and even play! CLICK HERE to complete the questionnaire. Games are in January, and February (and 3/1). Be sure to check your calendar for conflicts:).

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Marching Crusaders - A few minor calendar updates to know about:​

• ​Updates you can find in the marching band section below:​​

  • Mt. Clemens Santa Parade (final performance of 2024 Marching Crusaders) - Posted below on Wednesday, November 13th. Please note the CALL TIME CHANGE for this year's parade.

  • For information regarding volunteering for events, see the booster emails and their Facebook Page.

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Spirit Wear! - Looking to purchase Marching Crusaders spirit wear?  We are in the process of "altering" our spirit wear. Please be patient, it will be back soon!

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ALUMNI BAND - Thanks to all the alumni that came out and played with the band on Friday! It was great seeing you all again and we hope to see you next year (or sooner)!​

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​TRAVEL - The 2025 NYC trip registration has begun! In the travel section below (beneath marching band and band boosters), you will find information regarding costs, registration, and itinerary. If you have questions or concerns, please reach out to Mr. Griffith.

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BAND BOOSTERS - Upcoming booster events​​​​​

• General Band Booster Membership Meeting - Thursday, November 14th. 7:00pm in the LCN Band Room

LCN Clarinet Quintet performs on Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association's 2024 Spring Honors Concert - On Saturday, May 7th of 2024, a Clarinet Quintet made up of Bryce Szyska (so), Karson Schefka (sr), Breanna Nutt (sr), Julie Payne (jr) and Natalie Kyser, performed on the MSBOA Honors Showcase in Kalamazoo. A very high honor that was well earned by this hard working group of LCN band students. To view the performance CLICK HERE to for the YouTube recording. The entire concert was filled with many of Michigan's best High School instrumental music students. It is recommended you watch each group. However, if you would just like to watch the LCN performance, you will find it at the 37th minute. Enjoy!​​​​​​​

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