A Blind Brook High School Student Publication
Issue #2 October 2022
Blind Brook High School Band Takes on Citi Field in an Exciting Performance By: Rachel Horn and Emily Tian
On September 16, 2022, the Blind Brook High School Bands were proud to represent the school at the Citi Field Mets game, under the direction of Mr. Lotze. The buses left Blind Brook at 4:30 pm, arriving just in time for the performance. First, the band members were invited backstage to watch the behindthe-scenes as they got ready to perform. They were also able to observe the filmmaking processes, operators, and crew members. In preparation for the performance, the months of June and September were dedicated to the memorization of the National Anthem. In order to ensure that everyone was performance-ready, the band practiced by splitting up sections of the piece, and playing each one from memory. The Wind Ensemble and Concert Band pulled off an outstanding performance of the national anthem in front of an audience of thousands. Several players on the field acknowledged the musicians, and band members were also excited to see themselves on the jumbotron. After the show, students and their fam-
ilies were able to enjoy the rest of the baseball game from the stands. The Mets played against the Pittsburgh Pirates, finishing the game with a victory of 4:3. It was an honor for the band to be able to play at Citi Field, one of the most reputable stadiums in the country. Delicious foods and an energized audience filled the band with excitement. In addition to being an enjoyable experience for everyone, this bonding experience also brought the group closer together. When asked about the performance, band director Brian Lotze remarked, “Playing at Citi Field was such a special experience for the band students and their families. Having the opportunity to rehearse, memorize, and perform the national anthem in such a short amount of time is an amazing accomplishment. Seeing all of the band students and their families have such a good time at the game was something so important to me and our community!” Blind Brook Band members said they felt lucky to have the opportunity to participate in
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this surreal experience. As one band member explained, “We will never forget when 40,000 people gazed down at us. The audience’s applause invigorated us, leaving us with a strong sense of pride for our band, and school.”
On October 1, 2022, Blind Brook’s Varsity Volleyball team won their homecoming match in an exciting victory over Tuckahoe. Trojan fans filled the bleachers, dressed in blue to show their school spirit and support their team. Before warmups and gameplay began, Senior Captains Ava Steele and Lauren Reed were thanked for their commitment to the volleyball program in the traditional rose ceremony. Captain Halle Greaige, Senior, was unable to attend the game, but still received an acknowledgment for
for her dedication to the team in the Blind Brook lineup. Both teams took their usual warmups, received pep-talks from their coaches, and gameplay got underway. Continued on page 3
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