A Guide to Fan Etiquette
Please do not enter or exit the stands while a band is performing. If you need to enter or exit, please do so while the band is setting up their equipment or exiting the field.
Please show your support by applauding and cheering all the bands, regardless of school. Cheering or applause is appropriate after a solo or when the band or color guard achieves a particularly striking effect. All of the students have worked hard and are excited to perform for an audience who appreciates what they do. Please refrain from making critical remarks about other schools, students or performances.
Noisemakers (cowbells, shakers, etc…) are fine before and after a performance, but please do not use them during the performance. They may be distracting to the performers and could even affect a band’s score if a judge is unable to hear the music. Airhorns are not permitted at any time, and disruptive patrons will be asked to leave.
Please do not talk during performances, even at Concessions. Turn cell phones to a silent setting, and only make or receive calls between performances. Please be respectful of others’ desire to see their student perform.
Please do not allow young children to play in the stands. For their safety and the courtesy to others, they should not be allowed to run up and down the steps or rows.
Please do not obstruct the view of others in the stands. Please avoid standing in front of others trying to watch the show. If you have a banner or sign to display, try to do so from the top of the stands or from somewhere that is not obtrusive.
Don’t be afraid to tell a band member they did a great job, even if you don’t know them. You’ll be surprised at how good it makes them feel when they’ve made an impression on the audience.
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SEPTEMBER 16, 2023
Coal City High School
Marching Coalers
Coal City, IL Class A 1:45 PM
Director: Hope Connelly
Drum Majors: Chesterine Kuhel Melody Kinder
Staff Members: Ashley Jackman, Holly Kainz, Kevin Soto, Aidan Kostbade
Program Show Title: La Nouba
Musical Selections: Distorted A La lune
Reve Rouge Urban
Soloists: Abby Kodat
About the Band:
The Marching Coalers want to thank everyone for their support of La Nouba! Thank you to the staff, students and parents at Plainfield south for running such a smooth competition. A special thank you goes out to the CCHS band parents and students for being the rocks of this band!
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SEPTEMBER 16, 2023
Sandwich High School
Renegade Regiment
Sandwich, IL Class A 2:00 PM
Directors: Justin Heinekamp
Erin Killey
Drum Majors: Grace Anderson
Jazz Kubas
Staff Members: Brandon Rogers, Geoff Pierce, Robin Campos
Ali Jones, Angelica Martinez, McKenna Daly
Program Show Title: The Giver of Life
Musical Selections: “Dry and Barren” by Luk McMillan
“The River” by Garth Brooks
“Come Thy Fount of Ev’ry Blessing”
About the Band: Sandwich High School Marching Band is based out of Sandwich, IL.
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SEPTEMBER 16, 2023
Bremen High School
Marching Band
Midlothian, IL Class A 2:15 PM
Director: Ben Salgado
Drum Majors: Nadia Laboy Fatima Vicencio
Staff Members: Rachel Perez
Program Show Title: Breakout
Soloists: Alec Lorence, Esteban Leal & Talea Carter
About the Band:
Bremen High School Marching Band is based out of Midlothian, IL.
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SEPTEMBER 16, 2023
Argo Community High School
Marching Argonauts
Summit, IL Class A 2:30 PM
Directors: Jeanette Soebbing
Megan Fitgerald
Drum Majors: Ryan Baisa
Alex Mihailova
Staff Members: Michael Dood, Erin Bozek, Daniel Kent, Sarah Gorecki
Program Show Title: Ascensions
Musical Selections: “Into the Clouds” “Into the Light”
Soloists: Salvador Macias - Trumpet
About the Band:
In addition to the Marching Argonauts, the music department at Argo Community High School includes 2 concert bands, 3 orchestras, 1 beginning instrumental class, 3 choirs, 2 levels of guitar, music production, jazz band, and a variety of chamber opportunities. The Marching Argonauts look forward to the remainder of their season, including competing at Lincoln-Way Invitational and the Illinois State University Marching Invitational Championship. Good luck Argonauts!
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SEPTEMBER 16, 2023
Dwight D. Eisenhower High School
Cardinal Regiment
Blue Island City, IL Class A 2:45 PM
Director: Justin Antos
Staff Members: Morgan Kupec, Andy Garcia, Liliana Campos, Marco Martinez, Maglio Martinez, Jaylund Davis, Zachary Trubitt, Emmett O’Brien, Felix Ponce, Tatiana Maravillas
Program Show Title: Red
Musical Selections: “Romance” by Lieutenant Kije, “Suite” by Sergei Prokofiev, “99 Red Balloons” by Nena, “Teeth” by 5 Seconds of Summer, original music by Craig Fitzpatrick.
Cardinal Regiment's 2023 competitive field show is entitled "RED" and was designed in recognition of Cardinal Regiment's 10 year anniversary. "RED" encourages you to be the main character in your own life story regardless of the uncertain paths you may encounter along your journey.
About the Band:
Cardinal Regiment would like to thank Mr. Cook and the music boosters at Plainfield South HS for the invitation to perform here today and wishes every band the best of luck in their competitive seasons!
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SEPTEMBER 16, 2023
Joliet West High School
Marching Tigers
Joliet, IL Class AA 3:15 PM
Directors: Eric Wellman & Alyson Bauman
Drum Majors: Finn Chellino, Maddy Warren & Kelly Angeles
Staff Members: Kyle Singer, Jessica Kalkofen, Jack Hoving, Danielle Cahue, Al Rendak
Program Show Title: Unidentified
Musical Selections: Original music by Rob Stein
Soloists: Maddy Thilmony and Ashley Vargas – Flute
Ethan Perruquet – Saxophone
Aaron Strong - Trumpet
About the Band:
The Joliet West Marching Band is part of the music department that offers a wide array of performance ensembles and classes at its campus in Joliet, IL. The music program includes three curricular bands, two percussion classes, two curricular orchestras, three curricular choirs, music appreciation, and AP Music Theory. Co-curricular opportunities also include jazz band, pep band, symphony orchestra, a spring musical, and various other choral and instrumental performance opportunities. The band has performed at the ILMEA Convention in Peoria, at the Superstate Concert Band Festival on several occasions, and at the Music for All National Concert Band Festival. The Marching Tigers will perform at various high schools throughout Illinois this fall, as well as at the Illinois State University Marching Band Championships and the Light Up the Holidays Parade in Downtown Joliet. The band is led by drum majors Finn Chellino, Maddy Warren and Kelly Angeles.
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SEPTEMBER 16, 2023
Lemont High School
Marching Band
Lemont, IL Class AA 3:30 PM
Directors: Dave Nommensen & Matt Doherty
Drum Majors: Destina Sarussi & Luke Rupert
Staff Members: Calvin Chao, Ari Corbin, Jordan Fandrey, Vanessa Jobbe, Kara Kirkus, Katelyn Luckett, Jeremy Svoboda, Annie Ternes, Ryan Tripp
Program Show Title: Loves Me, Loves Me Not
Musical Selections: “Romeo & Juliet” by Tchaikovsky, “Flower Duet” by Delibes
“Tainted Love” by Cobb
Soloists: Destina Sarussi – Flute
Nora Zhou - Violin
About the Band:
The award-winning Lemont High School Marching Band is comprised of students from all high school levels. Previously the marching band has captured eight class 3A state championships and numerous local contest awards. The band would like to thank the Lemont High School Board, Administration, Staff, and Students for their unwavering support of the entire band program. The band would also like to thank the Lemont community for their continued wonderful financial support of the music program. This upcoming Thanksgiving, the marching band has been chosen to participate in Disney’s Thanksgiving Parade of Bands at the Magic Kingdom. Finally, the band would like to thank all of the parents for helping to make the Lemont Band Program what it is today!
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SEPTEMBER 16, 2023
Neuqua Valley High School
Marching Wildcats
Naperville, IL Class AA 3:45 PM
Directors: Emily Binder, Jonathan Lauff
Scott Oliver, Greg Schwaegler
Drum Majors: Kate Haller
Eric Shan
Staff Members: Jordan Fandrey, Dan Romano, Sean Ryan, John Timmins, Matt Plaskota, Steve Jerger, Brittany Schloderback, Gabriella Laskey
Program Show Title: Two Hearts, One Love
Musical Selections: Romeo and Juliet by Tchaikovsky
Soloists:
Diya Dowda – Dance
Aleesa Schroff – Dance
Ben Kujawa – Trumpet
Sam Tschopp - Trumpet
About the Band:
The Marching Wildcats would like to thank Jerrod Cook and the entire music community of Plainfield South for hosting the event today. We wish all of the bands the very best and hope that everyone has a fabulous school year.
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SEPTEMBER 16, 2023
Waubonsie Valley High School
Marching Warriors
Aurora, IL Class AA 4:00 PM
Directors: Kevin Carroll, Chris Dandeles & Mark Duker
Drum Majors: Sai Peddainti
Ryan Mitchell
Staff Members: Raychel Taylor, Kristen Laseman, Kyra Ward, Don Dvorak, Allison Rider, DaJuan Brooks, Caleb Klima
Program Show Title: “Just Breathe”
Musical Selections: “Still Breathing”
“Earth Song”
“Breathe”
Finale
Soloists: Michael Roberts – Trumpet
Christian Swineford - Mellophone
About the Band:
This year the Marching Warriors will perform in two parades, four varsity home football games, and four competitions & festivals throughout Illinois. The band's culminating performance will be at the Illini Classic Marching Band Festival in Champaign-Urbana.
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SEPTEMBER 16, 2023
Plainfield East High School
Marching Bengals
Plainfield, IL Class AA 4:15 PM
Directors: Jenna Wojdula & David Lesniak
Drum Majors: Tori Gatto, Brooke Majchrowski & Kelechi Ohale
Staff Members: Bill Foster, Ian Curless, Loren Hibner, Alex Sweetie, Ryan Michel
Program Show Title: Interstellar
Musical Selections: Selections include original compositions by Luke McMillan as well as traditional Bulgarian Folk Songs
Soloists: Liberty Dawson – Color Guard
About the Band:
The PEHS Marching Band began in 2008 with the opening of the school. Since then, they have participated in a variety of activities such as the opening concert for Maestra Mei-Ann Chen with the Chicago Sinfonietta Orchestra, the Chicago Thanksgiving Day Parade, and performances in Florida, New York, and Los Angeles. PEHS band alumni have attended colleges and universities from JJC and COD to the likes of U of I, ISU, Brown, Case Western, Arizona State, Florida, Michigan, and Notre Dame among others, and can be found all over the world pursuing careers in a variety of fields from engineering to business, education and technology, research sciences & the medical field, as well as music & art. Recent PEHS Band Alum Mason Thulin marched in the 2022 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City, and Director David Lesniak marched in the 2021 Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena and will march in the 2023 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York. The band would like to give a huge shoutout to Drum Major Tori Gatto for receiving the distinction of "Drum Major First Class" at the Smith Wallbridge Drum Major Clinic this summer.
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SEPTEMBER 16, 2023
Plainfield Central High School
Marching Wildcats
Plainfield, IL Class AAA 5:30 PM
Directors: Chris Vanderwall
Amy Clemons
Drum Majors: McKenzie Gibson
Matthew Bjorklund
Maggie Proulx
Staff Members: Kelsey Arnony, Dylan Heintz, Amanda King, Tony Cable, John Kelly, Justin Leggero, Taylor Munoz, Dan Schmitt, AJ Tripoli
Program Show Title: Public Enemies
Musical Selections: Heathens by 21 Pilots
Writing’s on the Wall by Sam Smith
Paint it Black by the Rolling Stones
About the Band:
Plainfield Central High School Marching Band is based out of Plainfield, IL.
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SEPTEMBER 16, 2023
Oswego East High School
Marching Wolves
Oswego, IL Class AAA 5:45 PM
Directors: Stevan Rexroat Jeremy Sison
Drum Majors: Samantha Deane Hayden Mulacek
Staff Members: Morgan Martin, Mikey Speziale, Isaac Cho, Rei Stanley, Mike Roberts & Gayle Yanong
Program Show Title: When You Wish
Musical Selections: "When You Wish Upon a Star" from Disney "Sky Full of Stars" by Coldplay
"Rewrite the Stars" from The Greatest Showman "Hand on Knee" & "Biplane" from The Space Between Us
About the Band:
The Oswego East Marching Wolves are a volunteer co-curricular group that rehearse after school twice a week. They are attending competitions & festivals this year at Plainfield South, Oswego High School, Romeoville High School, and Naperville Central. The marching wolves would like to give a special thank you to our hosts at Plainfield South this year!
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SEPTEMBER 16, 2023
Oswego High School
Panther Marching Band
Oswego, IL Class AAA 6:00 PM
Directors: Stephanie San Roman & Kevin Schoenbach
Drum Majors: Harley Engdahl, Shelby Kiss and Jacob Salas
Staff Members: Tyler White, Jeff Kleinmaier, Rachel Maxwell, Leigh Apple, Lauren Rogers, Kristin Spathis, Jordan Klespitz, Shane Nelson, Porter Leigh, Jared Johnson, Shane Nelson, Aidan Perrualt
Program Show Title: Only A Dream
Musical Selections: Dusk by Steven Bryant, Niagara Falls by Michael Daugherty, Sweet Dreams by the Eurythmics, Aurora Awakes by John Mackey
Only A Dream takes the listener on a musical journey that begins with drifting off to sleep. Soon enough, pleasant dreams turn into suspenseful nightmares. But even nightmares must come to an end. As the sun rises, bringing its reassuring light, we realize it was... Only A Dream.
About the Band:
The Panther Marching Band is an extracurricular ensemble that rehearses twice a week. They perform at home football games, parades, pep rallies and competitions. This year, they'll be performing at the Plainfield South High School Invitational, Naperville Central High School Marching Classic and the Illinois State University Marching Championships.
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SEPTEMBER 16, 2023
Minooka Community High School
Marching Band
Minooka, IL Class AAA 6:15 PM
Directors: Kyle Adelmann & Nick Curatolo
Drum Majors: Michelle Babyak, Noelle Klima, Elliot Kimbarovsky, Rhiannon Curiel
Staff Members: Sarah Danielson, Georgia Kaminsky, Victoria Chaidez, Arielle Burnickas, Aiden Madonia, Tyler Norris, Izzy Malic, Rois Connelan, Kade Frieders, Dylan Witte, Robyn Clarke, Kevin Kuempel
Program Show Title: Masqued
Musical Selections: Phantom of the Opera Theme, Think of Me, Masquerade, Music of the Night, All I Ask Of You
About the Band: Minooka Community High School Marching Band is based out of Minooka, IL.
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