Welcome to the the 2025-2026 Broughal Music Blast! Congratulations to EVERYONE in the Broughal Music department for producing a phenomenal Winter Concert! We are so proud of your hard work over these past few months. We still have one performance before we enjoy a long Winter Break and switch gears towards new music. Check out Blast for more details! Go Rockets! Please note that the Broughal Music Blast will be sent out every weekend, detailing the rehearsal schedule, upcoming events, and important announcements.
Donegan Winter Concert - Thursday, 12/18
On Thursday, 12/18, students in Orchestra and Jazz Band will be attending/performing at Donegan's Winter Concert. This concert takes place during the school day and is not open to the public. Students would miss Periods 1-3 and return to Period 4 at the latest. Transportation will be provided. Please review the following schedule for more details:
SCHEDULE
- 8:05 AM - Students report to the Band Room. Load truck & buses.
- 8:30 AM - Buses leave for Donegan.
- 8:45 AM - Arrive at Donegan. Unload truck. Set up for concert.
- 9:30 AM - Concert begins!
- 10:45 AM (approx) - Concert ends! Load truck & buses.
- 11:00 AM (approx) - Buses leave for Broughal.
- 11:15 AM (approx) - Arrive at Broughal. Unload truck. Put stuff away in Band Room. Report to class.
If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Stoltz (astoltz@basdschools.org).
Broughal Winter Concert
Did you miss the Winter Concert? Want to relive the concert? The recording is coming soon to the Broughal Middle School YouTube Channel! Congratulations to all the Broughal Music students on a phenomenal performance! Special shout out to Mr. Laudenslager and his student crew for recording and editing the video! Check out the links for the YouTube video and digital program of the concert.
Liberty HS Grenadier Band - Summer Band
If you are in 8th grade, are going to Liberty HS next year, and want to join band, then mark your calendars for Summer Band! Summer Band occurs during August and is the first time the Liberty HS Grenadier Band (LHSGB) meets to prepare for football season and parades. All rehearsals are MANDATORY! If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Stoltz.
Important Dates for LHSGB Summer Band
- New Member Camp: Monday, August 3 - Wednesday, August 5, 8 AM - 12 PM
- Full LHSGB Rehearsals Begin: Monday, August 10, 8 AM - 3 PM
Mandatory Music Meeting - Presentation
Our first music meeting for the 2025-2026 school year was on Thursday, September 4th, at 7:30 PM, in Broughal's Auditorium! During this meeting, we discussed important information for Broughal Music this year, including fundraisers, performances, trips, and rules & expectations. For more specific details, please view the presentation, complete any required tasks, and contact the directors with any questions.
Instrumental Music Lessons
Lessons began on Tuesday, September 2. All instrumental music students should have received their first lesson assignments during the first week of school, in homeroom. Please note that all lessons take place during the students' Related Arts periods. CLICK HERE to view the lesson schedule on the Broughal Music website and check out the Lesson Schedule section at the bottom of the Blast. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Stoltz.
Play an instrument! Check out the video for more details!
Early-Morning Rehearsals
Early-morning rehearsals began on Wednesday, September 3. Students should report to the main entrance on Morton Street as early as 6:55 AM but no later than 7:05 AM, on their assigned rehearsal day, based on the following rehearsal schedule:
- MONDAYS: Jazz Band
- TUESDAYS: NO EARLY-MORNING
- WEDNESDAYS: Band, Majorettes, Honor Guard
- THURSDAYS: NO EARLY-MORNING
- FRIDAYS: Band, Majorettes, Honor Guard
Please view the rehearsal schedule below for more details on next week's rehearsals.
Handbook Forms Due - Wednesday, 10/1
Like past years, we will be using Google Forms to collect your responses for your Handbook Forms. CLICK HERE to access and complete your forms. If you need paper copies of the Handbook Forms, please contact one of the Directors. All electronic and paper Handbook Forms are due by Wednesday, 10/1. Don't forget to fill out the paper BASD Medical Form (English | Español) in addition to the electronic forms!
Volunteers Needed
One of the most helpful ways to assist Broughal Music is by volunteering! Depending on the event, you'll be assisting and supporting students and directors so that EVERYONE can have a successful, stress-free performance/event! If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Mr. Stoltz (astoltz@basdschools.org) as soon as possible and let him know which of the following events you would like to volunteer for:
- Thurs, 2/5: Krispy Kreme PICK-UP
- Fri, 3/6: Northeast Jazz Fest
- Fri, 3/13: Broughal Blues Jazz Fest
- Sat, 3/14: Parade of Shamrocks
- Fri, 3/20: Nitschmann Jazz Fest
Please note that adult volunteers must have active clearances on file with the Broughal Music Department BEFORE volunteering. Additionally, community service students are limited to students currently attending Liberty High School or Freedom High School. If you have any questions, please contact one of the Directors.
Spring Trip Cost - CONFIRMED
Now that we have received final prices from Dorney Park and Music in the Parks, we can confirm the prices for our Spring Trip on Friday, May 15, 2026. Please review the following figures for more details. These prices include the cost of the charter bus, trip t-shirt, food and drink, park admission, and the music competition fee. Your trip cost will be reduced if you have a Dorney Pass. All trip payments are due on Thursday, April 9, 2026. If you have any questions, please contact one of the directors.
Spring Trip Cost
- Students: $180.00
- Chaperones & Tag-Alongs: $175.00
Spring Trip Cost with Dorney Pass
- Students: $143.00
- Chaperones & Tag-Alongs: $138.00
$50 Fair Share Due Thursday, 9/25
The $50 Fair Share was due on Thursday, 9/25. We use this money to purchase music, supplies, clothing, food, and beverages. We also use these funds to pay for transportation, field trips, and various items and events throughout the school year. If you have any questions, please contact the directors as soon as possible.
Fundraiser & Monthly Payment Plans
Broughal Music has created the following Student Fundraiser Plan and Monthly Payment Plan to help students and families pay for trips and Fair Share. Please note that these plans are optional. If you have any questions, please contact one of the Directors.
Student Account Information
Want to know how much money is in your child's account and how much money you owe for Fair Share and the Spring Trip? Check out the Broughal Music website or the following button/link. The document is organized by Student ID number, so make sure you have the ID number ready. If you cannot find your child's ID number, please contact Mr. Stoltz (astoltz@basdschools.org).
Do you know when your next lesson is? Have you been practicing your instrument? Check the Lesson Schedule regularly so that you are prepared for your next lesson. Remember, you need to attend 17 lessons per instrument in order to attend the Spring Trip!
THEATRE SCHEDULE
Please see rehearsal calendar for details. If you have any questions, please contact Miss Trostle (jtrostle@basdschools.org) or Miss Putlock (aputlock@basdschools.org).
PERFORMANCE WEEKEND: February 13-15, 2026
- Friday, February 13 @ 7 PM
- Saturday, February 14 @ 7 PM
- Sunday, February 15 @ 2 PM
Cast Party & 2027 Show Announcement - Sunday, 2/15
DECEMBER
- Thu, 12/18: Donegan Winter Concert
JANUARY
- Thu, 1/8: Virtual BMPO Meeting & Mandatory Jazz Band Meeting - 7 PM
- Thu, 1/8: Krispy Kreme BEGINS
- Tue, 1/20: End of Marking Period 2
- Thu, 1/29: Krispy Kreme ENDS - All money and orders due!
FEBRUARY
- Tue, 2/3: All City Band Rehearsal, 7:15 AM - 11:30 AM @ Northeast MS
- Wed, 2/4: All City Band Rehearsal, 7:15 AM - 11:30 AM @ Northeast MS
- Wed, 2/4: All City Band Concert - 7:30 PM @ Northeast MS
- Thu, 2/5: Krispy Kreme PICK-UP - 3:05 PM in the Band Room
- Thu, 2/5: Virtual BMPO Meeting - 7 PM
- Fri, 2/13: Newsies, Jr. - 7 PM
- Sat, 2/14: Newsies, Jr. - 7 PM
- Sun, 2/15: Newsies, Jr. - 2 PM
MARCH
- Thu, 3/5: Virtual BMPO Meeting - 7 PM
- Thu, 3/5: Casa De Jorge Salsa BEGINS
- Fri, 3/6: Northeast Jazz Fest
- Fri, 3/13: Broughal Blues Jazz Fest
- Sat, 3/14: Parade of Shamrocks
- Fri, 3/20: Nitschmann Jazz Fest
- Thu, 3/26: Casa De Jorge Salsa ENDS
- Fri, 3/27: End of Marking Period 3
BROUGHAL MUSIC HANDBOOK
In this handbook, you will find policies, procedures, and other important information regarding the Broughal Middle School Music Program. Please take the time to read this handbook, as the success of our music program depends upon each individual working toward the same goal.
BROUGHAL MUSIC HANDBOOK - FORMS
Like past years, we will be using Google Forms to collect your responses for your Handbook Forms. Use the buttons below to access and complete your forms. If you need paper copies of the Handbook Forms, please contact one of the Directors. All electronic and paper Handbook Forms are due by Friday, 10/4. Don't forget to fill out the paper BASD Medical Form in addition to the electronic forms!
BROUGHAL MUSIC WEBSITE
Visit our website for more information on the Broughal Music Program!
BROUGHAL MUSIC FACEBOOK PAGE
Check out our Facebook page for important information and to see all of the awesome things that are happening in Broughal Music!
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