2025 PSMBI Digital Program FINAL

8th Annual

PLAINFIELD SOUTH MARCHING BAND INVITATIONAL SEPTEMBER 20, 2025

Table of Contents 2025 PSMBI Band Schedule ..................................................................................... 3 Invitational Site Map .................................................................................................. 4 A SPECIAL THANK YOU ............................................................................................ 5 THANK YOU ............................................................................................................. 6 Welcome Letters ..................................................................................................... 8 Musical Judging Panel ........................................................................................... 10 Visual Judging Panel .............................................................................................. 12 Additional Judging Panel ....................................................................................... 14 Guide to Fan Etiquette ....................................................................................... 15 Concessions Menu ................................................................................................. 16 Lincoln-Way Community High School .................................................................. 18 Plainfield East High School ....................................................................................... 19 Waubonsie Valley High School ................................................................................. 20 Bremen High School ............................................................................................. 22 Sandwich High School ............................................................................................ 23 Wheaton-Warrenville High School ......................................................................... 24 Lemont High School ............................................................................................... 25 Kaneland High School ......................................................................................... 27 Plainfield South High School..................................................................................... 28

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2025 PSMBI Band Schedule

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Site Map

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A SPECIAL THANK YOU To the many people and groups that have helped make this day possible Dr. Glenn Wood and the Plainfield School District #202 Administration for their support of the fine arts in the Plainfield Schools.

The Blue House Band Boosters for the organization of this event and their continued support of our young musicians in our schools.

The Plainfield South Choir and Director Jessica Carey for singing the national anthem.

Stephen Irving and the Plainfield South Custodial Staff and Grounds Crew for all the extra effort they put forth to make today happen.

The faculty and staff of all the schools represented for educating the fine students that displayed their talents today.

The volunteers for the hundreds of hours donated to make the event run smoothly.

The PSHS Band Directors, Jerrod Cook and Luke Podvrsan, for their dedication to the band program and helping make today a success.

The parents and guardians of the young people you have watched today for their support and time involved in such a life-encompassing activity.

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THANK YOU To our Incredible PSMBI Committee Chairs!

Event Chairs

Jenn Presbitero & Rich Beintum

Concessions

Sean & Melissa Smith & Carol Meller

Finance

Tom Angelos

Logistics

Eric Bowman & Ryan McNeely

Volunteers

Jenn Presbitero

Audio/Visual

Mark Krieger, Dave Merlin & James McCombs

Sales

Jan Shotola & Jamie Bowman

Announcer Support

Natalie Valentine

Medical

Stephanie Hetzer

Hospitality

Jill Johnson

Stadium Management

Ken Stevens

Grill Management

Jill Johnson

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Welcome Letters

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Musical Judging Panel Music Performance Individual: Ben Wyland Ben Wyland is a dedicated and accomplished music educator with extensive directing, coaching and leadership experience. As Director of Bands at Eureka Middle School, his bands have given exceptional performances at IGSMA competitions, receiving Division I & II ratings and performing at the IGSMA state competition in 2024. As Assistant Director of the Eureka High School Marching Band, Ben and Director Todd Stalter led the band to numerous 1st place placements through the state. These include winning Class 1A at the Illinois State Marching Band Championship at ISU from 2021 - 2024, with the highest placement of 1A band in ISMBC history in 2022. A former member of the 566th Air National Guard Band of the Midwest, Ben earned accolades such as Honors Graduate at USAF basic training, the “Airman of the Year” award for his unit, and was also awarded the Illinois State Achievement Medal for his leadership/service while deployed on state active duty during the COVID-19 response. Ben also marched cymbals at Pioneer Drum & Bugle Corps, and Colts Drum & Bugle Corps, earning a silver medal with Pioneer Indoor Percussion (now Pi Percussion).

Ben graduated from Illinois State University in May of 2020 with degrees in Music Education and Flute performance and is currently pursuing a Masters of Music in Wind Conducting at Messiah University (to be completed in December of 2026).

Music Performance Ensemble: Craig Roselieb Craig Roselieb was appointed Director of Bands at Downers Grove South High School in 1994, and retired in May, 2018 after a 33 year career that included many memorable and award winning student performances in marching band, wind ensemble and jazz ensemble. Post retirement, he continues to teach two after school jazz bands at Oswego High School, and at Downers Grove South High School, he directs the annual musical pit orchestra and works weekly as a member of the jazz faculty.

Performing regularly on all saxophones with the Pete Ellman Big Band, the Brass Tracks Jazz Orchestra, and the Jazz Consortium, in 2022 he composed eight new original works for big band, and two vocal arrangements that have been recently recorded by the PEBB on an album entitled “ Live at The Venue.” He has also recently completed two concert band commission projects, and serves as the ILMEA Equipment Manager

Music General Effect: Daniel Moore Daniel Moore has been composing, arranging, and designing for the marching arts for well over forty years. Now retired, high school marching bands under his leadership and design have earned multiple state marching band titles, as well as finalist appearances at Bands of America events. His ensembles at Naperville North High School have made several appearances at the Music for All National Festival, Illinois Superstate Festival, Illinois Music Educators Conference, the Midwest Clinic, the Essentially Ellington Festival, and the Monterey Jazz Festival. His published works can 10 be found on Sheet Music Plus and JW Pepper.

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Visual Judging Panel Visual Performance Individual:

Kim Landis

In addition to her career as a dynamic elementary music educator, Kimberly Landis is a visual designer, director, and consultant for various marching arts ensembles in the Midwest. As an experienced adjudicator and a performing arts advocate, Kim maintains a focus on education through thorough and thoughtful commentary, and encourages meaningful instruction for all types of ensembles. Kim earned her Bachelors Degree in Music Education from Western Illinois University, where she studied under Dale Hopper and Bruce Briney, and her Master’s Degree in Educational Administration from the American College of Education.

Visual Performance Ensemble: Christopher Jenkins Mr. Christopher Jenkins taught music at Warren Township High School in Gurnee for 30 years, serving as Director of Bands and Director of the Marching Blue Devils as well as the Director of the Winter Guard. Prior to teaching at WTHS, Mr. Jenkins served on the brass staff for both the Phantom Regiment and Cavaliers Drum and Bugle Corps.

Visual General Effect: Andy Tye Andy Tye was a member of The Star Of Indiana Drum and Bugle Corps for 3 years, and the Brass Caption Head for The Blue Stars for 2 years.

He consulted for The Blue Knights from 2019-2022, and The Cavaliers in 2023. He currently serves as a program coordinator, visual designer, music arranger, winds consultant and clinician for high school band programs across the country.

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Additional Judging Panel Percussion:

Alan Barone

Alan Barone brings over 25 years of experience in marching percussion to his role as the Assistant Marching Band and Percussion Director at Victor J. Andrew High School. He specializes in indoor percussion show design, visual design, and overall program coordination for various ensembles across the country. As a member of the WGI Steering Committee, Alan plays an important role in fostering the growth of the indoor percussion activity. His ensembles have consistently excelled, reaching WGI finals and earning medals, including victories in Open Class in both 2024 and 2025,

Auxilliary:

Cody Schmidlin

Cody Schmidlin has been involved with the marching arts for the past 18 years, and is currently a staff member at Elevate. Over his career, Cody has spun with several organizations, including the Pride of Arizona, Fenix Independent, and Elevate. He has taught for various outdoor color guard programs, as well as indoor Regional A, A, Open, and World Class groups, amounting to WGI World Championships finalists and WGAZ State Championships medalists. Cody is passionate about expanding education in the marching arts and the continued growth of our activity.

Timing & Penalty:

Karen Gomez

My name is Karen Gomez and I am the timing judge for this invitational! I am currently a K-2 Bilingual Special Ed teacher, and am in my 4th year of teaching. I studied Special Education at Illinois State University. This is my 4th year being the timing judge for the Plainfield South marching invitational. I am a proud PSHS band alumni and am very excited to come back and help with this invitational!

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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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Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210 The Lincoln-Way Marching Band New Lenox, IL Class AAA 4:45 PM Director:

Cary Ruklic Chris Mroczek Dr. Bert Johnson

Drum Majors:

Alyssa Werner Abby Baer Esteban Castro Ben Render

Staff Members: Program Show Title:

Where No Band Has Gone Before

Musical Selections:

Star Trek Main Theme - Alexander Courage, Enterprising Young Men - Michael Giacchino, Stealing the Enterprise - Alexander Courage/James Horner, Captain Borg - Ronald Jones/Alexander Courage, Children's Song - Jerrald K Goldsmith

About the Band: The Lincoln-Way Marching Band is Grateful for the opportunity to perform for your community and would like to thank the event organizers for their efforts today. We would also like to acknowledge the tremendous support our Lincoln-Way Community and Volunteers provide to make this all possible.

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Plainfield East High School Marching Bengals Plainfield, IL Class AAA 5:00 PM Director: Drum Majors:

Jenna Wojdula David Lesniak Autumn Blumhagen Chris Morales Amielia Kowalczyk

Staff Members:

Woodwinds - Bill Foster & Jenna Roe Brass - Ian Curless & Cait Painter Visual - Andrew Whitlock Percussion - Ryan Michel, Sam Wooley, Dylan Palmer, & Chase Bell Color Guard - Alex Sweetie & Loren Hibner

Program Show Title:

Seasons Change

Musical Selections:

Vivaldi's "Four Seasons"

Soloists

Jen Serna, Caleb Johnstone, Max Wettergren, Sofia Hachaj

About the Band:

The Plainfield East High School Marching Bengals are excited to be travelling to Walt Disney World Florida this Thanksgiving to participate in the Thanksgiving Day Parade of Bands at the Magic Kingdom. The band performed last year in the Chicago Thanksgiving Day Parade, and recently had students and directors participate in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York and the Tournament of Roses Parade in California!

The band would like to thank all the parents and supporters who give them the means, energy, and enthusiasm to bring live entertainment to 17 the Plainfield community and beyond!

Waubonsie Valley High School Marching Warriors Aurora, IL Class AAA 5:15 PM

Director: Drum Majors:

James Hairston Chris Dandeles Mark Duker Elise Carter Aiden Leach

Staff Members:

Don Dvorak Kristen Laseman Allison Rider Raychel Taylor Kyra Ward

Program Show Title:

A Common Thread

Musical Selections:

Wolves of Alaska (Galante) Follies from Divertimento for Winds (Cichy) Common Thread (McFerrin) Simple Gifts (Traditional)

About the Band: The Marching Warriors are excited to represent Illinois in the 2026 Rome New Year's Day Parade.

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Bremen High School Bremen Marching Band Midlothian, IL Class AA 5:45 PM

Director:

Ben Salgado

Drum Majors:

Fatima Vicencio Ella Conlon Jordyn Thompson

Staff Members:

Stephanie Peterson - Color Guard

Program Show Title:

There's A Monster Under My Bed

Musical Selections:

Brahms' Lullaby Grieg's In the Hall of the Mountain King Aase's Death Original music by Randall Standridge and Mo Longo

Soloists

Jordyn Thompson - flute Jose Velazquez - trumpet.

About the Band: The Bremen Marching Band has appeared as the official pep band at the IHSA Girls Basketball State Championships and was a featured marching band in the 2024 Chicago Thanksgiving Parade.

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Sandwich High School Renegade Regiment Sandwich, IL Class AA 6:00 PM

Director: Drum Majors:

Staff Members: Program Show Title: Musical Selections:

Soloists

Brett Harris Erin Killey Kolter Hardekopf Chloe Heiman Carina Swanson Geoff Pierce - Percussion, Robin Campos Winds/Visual Staff Uncharted Waters How Far I'll Go by Lin Manuel Miranda Original Music by Luke McMillan I Wonder as I Wander (traditional folk song) Bridge over Troubled Water by Simon and Garfunkel.

Chloe Heiman Carina Swanson

About the Band: The Sandwich High School Renegade Regiment is from Sandwich, IL. 17

Wheaton-Warrenville South High School Tiger Marching Band

Wheaton, IL Class AA 6:15 PM

Director:

Hannah Drake

Drum Majors:

Staff Members:

Elise Allen Michelle Brodhead Andrew Wilson Inga Augustaitis, Nia Bassett, Grace Irsay, Ben Heppner, Rebecca McDaniel, Emmett O'Brien, Noel Streacker, Sydney Truran

Program Show Title:

The Hive

Musical Selections:

“The Winds of Change” by Randall D. Standridge, “Flower Duet” by Léo Delibes, and "The Hive" by Erik Morales. Music arranged by Greg Bimm.

About the Band:

The Wheaton Warrenville South Tiger Marching Band is a fully voluntary performance ensemble and contains over half of the Wheaton Warrenville South High School band program. The band rehearses regularly throughout the summer and fall and performs at various competitions and community engagement events throughout the midwest each year. The Tiger Marching Band was also selected to perform in the 2025 Chicago Thanksgiving Day Parade. The TMB deeply appreciates your support of the fine arts! 17

Lemont High School Lemont High School Marching Band Lemont, IL Class AA 6:30 PM Director:

Dave Nommensen Ben Clemons

Drum Majors:

Luke Rupert Eve Cosenza Olivia Sulkowski

Staff Members:

Calvin Chao, Ryan Tripp - percussion/pit/sound Amy Clemons, Emma Germann, Jeremy Svoboda - wind Ari Corbin, Vanessa Jobe, Julia Popper - color guard Jordan Fandrey - body/visual

Program Show Title: Musical Selections:

Still I Climb Mountains by Hans Zimmer Haunted Objects by John Mackey Rise Up by Andra Day Salom by Carter Pann

Soloists

Soloists Include: Gianna Gumina - Tenor Sax Elizabeth Staubus - Flute Carson Fischer - Clarinet Edvin Morochin - Alto Sax Luke Rupert - Alto Sax

About the Band:

The 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 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 17 wonderful financial support of the music program.

REMINDER!

Last chance for concessions before the final bands perform!!

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Kaneland High School Marching Knights Maple Park, IL Class AA 6:45 PM Director:

Kyle Baltzer Brock Feece

Drum Majors:

Ava Wukitsch (Wuh-kitch) Michael Glick

Staff Members:

Andrew Stover (Front Ensemble) Devin Bowling (Brass) TJ Countryman (Percussion) Alexis Nesci (Color Guard)

Program Show Title:

Into The Deep

Musical Selections:

Hoist the Colours - Hans Zimmer Fetes - Claude DeBussy Aquarium - Camille Saint-Saens Nemo Egg - Thomas Newman

Soloists

Madison Mackall on alto saxophone Lily Wennemar on Bb clarinet

About the Band: The Kaneland High School Marching Knights serve as the competition ensemble for the bands program, performing at area wide competitions including Stagg H.S., Downers Grove South H.S., and the University of Illinois Marching Band Championships in October. The Marching Knights would like to thank Plainfield South for their hospitality today as well as all the band parents and 17 families that make the season possible!

Plainfield South High School Marching Cougars Plainfield, IL Exhibition 7:00 PM Director:

Jerrod Cook Luke Podvrsan

Drum Majors:

Anabel Herrera Arianna Stewart Lucas Baut (Bout)

Staff Members:

Heather Aimone (Eye-muh-knee) - Color Guard

Program Show Title:

Kaleidoscope

Musical Selections:

Four original movements composed by Geritt W. Davenport. with percussion by Cody Myre.

About the Band:

This season, the Plainfield South Marching Cougars invite you to step into a stunning and vibrant world with their show, "Kaleidoscope." Experience a visual and musical journey inspired by the ever-shifting beauty of a kaleidoscope and the infinite variations hidden within the simple act of turning a tube.

Mr. Cook and Mr. Podvrsan would like to thank all of the bands for joining us today. We hope you've had both a fun and educational experience and we wish you the best of luck throughout the rest of your season. We would also like to thank all of the volunteers who have made this day possible. This is a very special event thanks to your hard work and dedication. Lastly, we would like to thank the District 202 and Plainfield South administration. We truly appreciate your support!

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