As Christmas approaches, another wonderful music opportunity comes with it.
This opportunity is Jeff High’s Winter Fantasy, playing in the auditorium on Tuesday, Dec. 10 and Thursday, Dec. 12 of this week, starting at 7 p.m. Tickets are sold at the door for a flat cost of $5 dollars per person.
Winter Fantasy is a grand spectacle of all the performing ensembles in the JHS music department, for this event is a joint effort between choir and band, taught by Kyle Broady and Briston Hatchell respectively.
This Christmas event was first started out in the early 2000’s by Scott Cooksey, the band director at the time, and this has continued on since.
It is now an annual event that strives to bring holiday joy to our community, even when Christmas Day is still weeks away.
Yet this concert isn’t just to bring the holiday spirit; it’s also an important way to showcase some real talent of students from both musical departments.
This commitment to giving these musical gifts isn’t just for show. When Broady first joined this event in the Covid-run year of 2020, he worked hard with many others in order to put on a Virtual Winter Fantasy. He wanted to and succeeded in finding a way to show off the his skills of choir and band students.
The program will involve many new and old, but nevertheless. festive pieces. And even with the inclusion of some classic holiday songs, the band and choir are performing it like no other, adding uniqueness and new life into these classics.
Through tough preparations, such as scheduling auditorium use, having students taken out of classes to go practice, and the multiple matinees that must be prepared for in order to show off a sneak peek of the full event, the thing that keeps this whole program going is the feeling of joy that is brought by being involved in an event like this.
As Broady stated, “There’s nothing more fun than making music with the people you enjoy being around.”
Creed’s music has long been defined by its unique blend of hard rock, introspective lyrics, and themes of hope, resilience, and redemption. Since emerging in the late 1990s, the band has produced hits that delve into universal struggles—relationships, purpose, and spirituality—resonating deeply with fans worldwide.
Each of the top five Creed songs captures a different aspect of this journey, showcasing the band’s signature sound and reflective lyrics. In exploring these tracks, we gain insight into why Creed’s music continues to connect with listeners personally, offering both powerful anthems and soulful introspection.
1. “With Arms Wide Open”
This song is a tender exploration of fatherhood, reflecting Scott Stapp’s experiences with his son’s birth. Its lyrics convey a mix of hope, awe, and vulnerability, capturing the universal anticipation and responsibility of being a new parent. Known for its emotional depth, it earned Creed a Grammy Award, helping the song become one of the band’s most recognized and cherished works.
2. “My Sacrifice”
“My Sacrifice” became a staple of Creed’s discography, offering an anthemic quality that resonates with themes of redemption and self-reflection. Its lyrics convey the sense of reconnecting with one’s best self or mending a relationship after difficult times. The song’s powerful guitar riffs and passionate vocals have made it a favorite among fans who appreciate Creed’s raw, honest approach to rock.
3. “Higher”
Known for its memorable chorus, “Higher” taps into a longing for peace and escape from life’s trials, inspired by lucid dreaming. The dynamic progression of this song mirrors the aspiration for transcendence, while its upbeat tempo offers an empowering feel. This song played a key role in defining Creed’s sound and expanded their reach, contributing to the album Human Clay’s massive success.
4.“One Last Breath”
In this reflective ballad, Creed delves into themes of regret and survival. “One Last Breath” is hauntingly emotional, with Stapp singing about hanging onto life amid despair. The acoustic intro and emotionally charged lyrics create a reflective, somber mood, making it one of Creed’s most impactful songs for fans who relate to its message of resilience
5. “What’s This Life For”
Written after the death of a close friend, this song tackles themes of purpose and loss. It’s raw and reflective, with Creed’s signature grunge rock edge, offering a deep exploration of life’s meaning. The song became an anthem for those seeking solace during hard times and stands as a testament to the band’s ability to confront serious themes with honesty and empathy.
It’s that time of year again: “Dia De Los Muertos” DayOfTheDay, celebrated on Nov. 1 and 2. My family is excited to set up our altar to bring back the memory of our loved ones once more. All memories come rushing back, the sweet scent of cempasuchil flowers and sweet bread being placed at our altar. All this excitement brings my family back and it only takes a few seconds to teleport to “The Land of the Dead” in the movie “Coco.”
The animated fantasy “Coco” was released on Nov. 22, 2017, and has been an ultimate favorite. The animated fantasy, a blend of comedy and drama, was produced by Pixar Animated Studios for Walt Disney Pictures.
Twelve-year-old Miguel’s passion for music is well beyond his family’s expectations. His curiosity leads him on a journey to find his Idol, Ernesto De La Cruz. He is transported to ‘The Land of the Dead,’ where he awaits the acceptance of his passion, but little does he know of what he will be encountering instead.
As you click play, a story is being told by Miguel, which explains the history of the “Rivera Family” and the history they have with music that plays a big role in the life of Miguel. Something unique is, how the story is told throughout “Enrramadas” or (Banners), which are used as a decor on altars. They include a variety of images and colors that represent different meanings.
Throughout the movie, we can notice different types of cultural references, which is perfect for young audiences. Miguel spends the first half of the movie in a pueblo (small town). We can immediately notice a variation of traditional and colorful objects. For example, stands where people sell foods, toys, and decorations; traditional dishes like sweet bread, tamales, and mole, which are also placed on altars. The dressing style is very much casual and simple, which is really accurate to what we see in real life.
Whenever Miguel is teleported to ‘The Land Of The Dead,’ it’s a different universe where he reunites with his past ancestors. ‘The Land Of The Dead’ is a beautiful place where we get to learn about how the dead live in the after life. It can be described as vibrant and full of life even though the name might make us think otherwise. It’s very much interesting how the story flows and how every setting carries a memory. One important detail is ‘The Marigold Bridge,’ which carries a significant meaning to the dead that only can be crossed when a frame of a loved one is placed on an altar. Once Miguel stays in ‘The Land Of The Dead,’ he is able to experience the life of the dead and different challenges later on.
Miguel is able to give us an important lesson like the importance of chasing our dreams. His character is loving, authentic, and easy to understand throughout the film. Miguel, apart from being determined to be heard for his passion of music, also has a loving heart and continues to show it throughout the movie.
For me this movie has brought many memories, and I loved how the mood of the story changed throughout the film. It not only develops humor but also conveys to sadness and strong emotions that touch the viewer’s heart. I loved how the movie brings out many cultural references. The 3D effects are really interesting, and fun fact — Easter eggs are found throughout the film — which makes it even more exciting.
“Coco” reminds us that those whom we lose will live in our memory and hearts forever. Not only that, but it also tells us the importance of the love we should have for our families and the importance of the memories we hold of one another. I cannot wait to sit back and enjoy this movie once more.
Students in first and second hour Digital Photography classes captured the spirit of Halloween at JHS last Thursday. Some of their most haunting images are displayed in the gallery below.
Cameron Dyer. Photo by Jazlynn Bryant.Christian Richardson. Photo by Aniston Young.Esme Estrin. Photo by Bella Thompson.Lisa Hylton. Photo by Ryleigh Newton.Ja’Zyah Knott. Photo by Ferris Overbey.JHS Counseling Department. Photo by Ja’Zyah Knott.Macaleb Conrad. Photo by Malachi Conrad.Ryleigh Newton. Photo by Yalashia Maddox.Counselor Tyler Colyer. Photo by Johann Flores Juarex.Biology teacher Nicolaas Wiese. Photo by Bruno Diaz Cerro.Beware of Clowns. Photo by Nevaeh McWilliams.Eliada Tshimalanga. Photo by Precia Flomo.Elianna McCurdy. Photo by Cianna Shirley.Kelley McCoy. Photo by Precia Flomo.Skull Guys. Photo by Lila Schurr.Tristan Newby. Photo by Derrick Haynes.
One of the prides that Hermitage Farm takes is how they offer a diverse selection of unique crafts from an equally diverse vendor selection.
And this was certainly the case when I attended the Meet Your Maker Art’s Festival on Sunday, Oct. 27.
Meet Your Maker was able to supply visitors with a great variety of items. This ranged from jewelry, like those found at the Love is a Seed booth ran by Amanda Mathews; clothing, like those found at Mojo Quilts and More ran by Angelique Shah; paperworks, like those found at Lion Palace ran by Liz Morely Glenn; or paintings, like those found at Makara Thach Sernett ran by a vendor by the same name, just to name a few of the crafts.
Amanda Mathews and her booth, Love is a Seed, standing next to Angelique Shah and her booth, Mojo Quilts and More. Photo by Sam Ottinger.
The wide range of items may seem like it would be an overwhelming experience, but in reality I found it to be one of the more peaceful arts festivals I have been to.
In addition to Hermitage Farm choosing a wide area for all the booths, making it feel open enough to not overwhelm but not empty to where it seemed that there was extra space, the multiple items left room for disinterest.
In many events, hearing of the presence of disinterest can be a very negative thing, but for an art event with a little over 100 vendors, it is essential to prevent feelings of missing out and rushing through.
There was enough of one type of craft to be affordable to the buyers to get something from each, while also leaving room for other types that were others’ favorites.
One aspect that does need mentioning is the accessibility.
Due to this event taking place on a farm, there were not as many accommodations as a more leveled festival may have.
The parking was located on the top of a large declining hill, yet offered handicap parking nearing the front of the lot. In order to get to the area, guests could then walk down the hill and over another smaller hill. Yet another way guests could get to the main event was on one of the two tractors for a seasonal hayride.
The first vendor area, closest to where guests entered, was unpaved, which could make it harder to navigate with those who rely on non-powered wheelchairs. However, the second vendor area, the one past the top left corner of the first area and near the petting zoo, was in a circle of paved road at the entrance of each booth.
One of the joys that came with this event is that not only did guests have an enjoyable time, but the vendors were given space to be able to enjoy it just as much.
Due to the openness of the physical area, there was room for these business owners to be able to talk more about their story behind the art they produce.
Morley Glenn, the artist behind the Lion Palace booth, commented, “Once you start creating, you never want to stop” in describing what pushes her to continue this artistic business.
Makara Thach Sernett, who managed the Makara Thach Sernett booth, shared the story of her beginnings as an artist.
After growing up in a Thai refugee camp, Sernett focused not on studying any artistic field, but on law. Yet this career path wasn’t based on passion, but on survival.
Sernett’s life always came with worldly troubles that would prevent the transition in careers, like expectations of being the oldest in an immigrant family and the negative perceptions that come with the title of ‘refugee.’
When she met her husband, he asked her a profound question. “Now that you don’t have to fight to survive, what do you really want to do?” Her answer was painting.
“In [that] world I didn’t know what art was, but I felt the joy and whimsy it could bring,” Sernett commented.
After years of being self taught, she came to Meet Your Maker to use her landscapes and story to inspire others. Seeking to connect with others, even if they may not relate to her life.
Makara Thach Sernett stands inside her booth, Makara Thach Sernett, holding one of her pieces labeled “Vibrant Birch.” Photo by Sam Ottinger.
And Mathews, the main vendor of Love is a Seed, found her love for making jewelry when given kits for her birthday and other holidays.
“I found it to be so fun and satisfying to create quick little projects that I could wear,” Mathews said, describing her progression from kits to her own creations. She would share this fun activity with her soon to be husband, Harley Mathews, after graduating high school.
“The key to making something more your own is to follow your creative curiosities, create things that make you feel good, and have fun!” Mathews added, “Don’t be afraid to reinvent pieces you may already have, mix and match, and make it more personal. You can always create special pieces of jewelry out of just about anything!”
Just as the kits were given to her on the holidays, she then decided to gift her finished jewelry to others during these times of year. Even during other times she would still get requests for unique pieces.
Mathews saw the potential, and after working more on increasing her skills through practice and some college courses, she and her husband started to look into the future of getting her art out into the grander world.
They would go to art markets and visit their friends, finding a match to respark their inspiration, Amanda Mathew’s asking “What if this is something we could do, as our life and our creativity?”
The Mathews started looking into participating in a market like those they visited. And during these looks, many would require more official business info.
“This was intimidating at first, but we were up for the task. We wanted to do this so we dove in head first!” And after talking to other vendors, friends, and family, they felt the support and founded their business, Love is a Seed, in the summer of 2014.
Hermitage Farm’s Meet Your Maker back in summer of 2022 caught Mathews’s eye when looking for more fall events. She saw the fun family fall event and applied. “It has become a place where I meet dear friends who are also amazing artisans and is my favorite event to do every year,” she commented.
Amanda Mathews inside her Love is a Seed booth, located near the entrance of the main vendor area. Photo by Sam Ottinger.
Meet Your Maker did not only allow me to purchase wonderful handmade crafts, but it also allowed me to be able to meet and connect with these business owners, of which I may not have even known about before attending, and learn more about the love of creation that fills many in our community.
Their stories not only connect us, but they also act as a light at the end of the tunnel for those who want to throw their hat in the ring and be one of these vendors, finally being able to turn their passion into an equally enjoyable work career.
Music is everywhere. It is in the streets, our homes, concerts, radios, and our phones. But, why not in school? Schools should be one of the many places where music is allowed and even encouraged.
Music is an integral part of our lives. From riding down the freeway to washing the dishes, we can find music almost anywhere atany time. I have used music my entire life to calm myself and focus on tasks that may be hard or difficult. When it comes to music, it is very important to me and my overall well being to the point where I can hardly focus in class without it.
Did you know that exposure to music can improve learning and increase a positive classroom atmosphere?Active engagement in music promotes how the brain functions. It sharpens and refines language and speech.
Music has also shown that it has the ability to help children learn how to read. In addition several studies have proven that calming and engaging music reduces stress, anxiety, and aggressive behavior. Teachers need to take this into consideration next time they have a student that has trouble paying attention or getting work done on time.
The type of music also matters; students perform better when listening to music they perceive as calming rather than music that is perceived as more aggressive. By considering these elements, teachers can find intentional and responsive ways to integrate music into their classrooms effectively.
Regardless of your prior experience with music, there are many exciting possibilities for having music into your learning environment. Whether it is working to create a calm mood for focused work, liven up a lesson on poetry, or build community, music can be used to positively shape the classroom environment and support student thriving.
Throughout the presence of life on earth, art has, and always will be, an important part of being human.
And this weekend’s Goshen Kentucky Hermitage Farm’s Meet Your Maker Art’s Festival, on Oct. 26 and 27, is an opportunity to see the human trait of creativity in action.
“It’s inspiring to see so much talent come together in one space, and that’s what drives us every year, ” commented Ryan Mahony, the Program Director at Hermitage Farm.
This will be the fifth year that Meet Your Maker has been hosted at Hermitage Farm. And this year’s event has been the largest market throughout those five years, having a little over 100 different vendors with their own unique crafts.
“It’s inspiring to see so much talent come together in one space, and that’s what drives us every year.”
Hermitage Farm Program Director Ryan Mahony
These vendors aren’t just whoever signed up, from wherever, and paid the booth’s toll. These vendors were chosen with close and deep consideration.
Mahony stated, “We carefully curate our vendors based on the uniqueness and quality of their work. Each vendor is a local maker, and we strive to include a wide variety of artisans — from pottery and handwoven textiles to jewelry and woodworking.”
Not only are there crafts to browse and buy, but there are also food trucks, like Barn8, that can help satisfy attendees’ hunger as they satisfy their hunger for art.
These food trucks also went through a process before being confirmed as a part of this event.
Hermitage Farm didn’t only want to include different types of crafts, but they also wanted to include a multitude of diverse, local, high-quality, food “that enhances the festival’s atmosphere.”
These careful considerations help to not only aim to rid this event of those who are just reselling items that they bought elsewhere, but it also ensures that those found vendoring truly have a passion for what they are selling.
This festival was created as a solution in the problem of searching for ways to give local artisans and crafters a place to be able to share their special craft with the community.
Meet Your Maker not only helps artists get their names out there, but it also helps consumers to have an easier place to find pieces that they enjoy enough to purchase.
“We want the community to know that Meet Your Maker is not just a market—it’s an opportunity to connect with artists, learn about their process, and support small businesses,” said Mahony.
He continued, “Each piece you purchase has a story behind it, and by attending, you’re helping keep the local arts scene alive and thriving.”
JHS has many after-school events that cover all sorts of hobbies, sports, and interests. One of these events is, of course, an art-based club that meets every Wednesday sponsored by art teacher Jennifer Beckman.
Beckman said that previously she was a photographer before she became a JHS teacher who would photograph areas for companies, such as their factories, mines, and other important shots for whoever she worked for at the time.
This photography job eventually led her to a scholarship to the Savannah College of Art and Design and study to become a teacher, and then get a job as a JHS art teacher.
Right as Beckman joined JHS she started to notice that there were a lot of students who wanted to get into art class, but just did not have the room in their schedule or weren’t in the right academies to be able to join art class. So, she said that pushed her to host Art Club in her first year of teaching.
Since Art Club is completely self funded, she has a fair amount of creativity. Every week she does a different type of activity such as drawing, painting, clay, sculpting, and many more unique concepts that she likes to rotate as the week’s main activity. Generally $5 per project allows student artists to use all of the resources they need for their current project.
Even students not interested in the main activity at the weekly meeting can join their friends creating projects.
There are also special activities that happen every so often, like field trips to art-related events such as museums, art shows, and anything that gives students the opportunity to grow as artists and just as people in general.
Beckman has said that her favorite part is seeing the community the Art Club makes from kids of every grade and how it feels like a family when they’re together, making for an “amazing environment.” for anyone who comes to join.
“Welcome to one of the most exciting nights of music anywhere in the Kentucky Indiana area,” choral director Kyle Broady commented last Tuesday night. And, he was absolutely right.
Gospelfest was a fantastic, moving, and very energetic event. The concert style worked perfectly to create an environment of connection among those in the audience. The singing along of audience members would typically be one of irritation, yet somehow they were able to make it feel as though it belongs among the singing voices of the choir.
Choir director Kyle Broady and Dr. Roosevelt Escalante direct all of the choirs at the annual Gospelfest on Tuesday, Sept. 24. Photo by Sam Ottinger.
The performance consisted of eight songs. The very first, sung by the chamber choir of JHS singers, started off slow with a soft piano sound of “I Believe,” yet it soon grew into an energetic piece as the sizzles of a cymbal joined, and the audience was encouraged to clap along.
Following this piece was a favorite among the crowd, as well as one favorite of my own, known as “He Heard My Cry.” Senior Luna Guyse began with a solo accompanied by similar soft piano notes and then transitioned into a harmony and cymbal climb. The crowd cheered nearly after every other lyric.
The next two songs, “You Should Know” and “My Soul Has Been Anchored in the Lord,” were sung by the gospel ensemble, with solos from Guyse, freshman Vivienne Diehl, sophomore Presley Inzer, junior Nairah Jadusingh and junior Joshua Broady.
A very special quality that I noticed during Gospelfest was not just the opportunity of connecting with our community, but also being able to connect with our own family. During “My Soul Has Been Anchored in the Lord,” Roosevelt Escalante invited a surprised Broady to come up and sing alongside Broady’s son.
“He [Dr. Roosevelt] wanted to do it so I could sing with my son, which was pretty special,” Broady said when asked how he felt at that moment.
Before the final song, “The Blood Still Works,” Dr. Escalante was able to perform with his daughter.
Both pieces didn’t just have beautifully sung vocals, but also the warmth of family being able to share the joys of singing together. The way Dr. Escalante’s daughter’s performance flowed into the final song felt as though that warmth was reaching out to encapsulate the audience with it, as the song once again allowed the audience to join along in clapping to the melody.
When going back to the song after Broady came up to sing, “Going up a Yonder,” there is another very special quality. This Gospelfest did not just include JHS choir students but also two other choirs, including the Southern Indiana Children’s Choir.
This was a brand new organization, performing for the very first time, consisting of children in second to fifth grade in Clark and Floyd County. They were selected from their elementary schools by their music specialist or teacher and had rehearsal only once a week.
This in itself made it special for how talented these young kids are, but the conductor who helped teach them their skills is none other than Leslie Gabhart, who used to be a choir teacher here at JHS, and she even was the choir teacher for Broady.
The other choir that combined forces for this Gospelfest was Borden Junior- Senior High School. All three choirs joined together to perform the jazzy piece “Bless the Lord.” Each choir was able to be powerful, yet not overwhelm the others.
“Bless the Lord” had to be my favorite piece for the whole concert. Throughout the song everyone just seemed to work well with one another. The live band, the JHS choir, the Borden choir and the Southern Indiana Children’s choir really showed off their talent with this piece.
The following piece, “No One Like You” – sung by the JHS and Borden choirs – returned to a slower, softer start. This song may not have been the most energetic one, but that does not mean it was even close to being boring. As a soloist started the lyrics off, there was a really captivating way that they performed. For after the third line the singers were able to raise their pitch on the word “me” to this enchanting sound.
For something that started more than two decades ago, the emotional energy created in that auditorium was as young and thriving as ever. The love that could be felt in that room, for the people and for the music, was something I haven’t felt after any other school event.
Every year as the fall months come around, an annual and very special performance comes along with it.
This event is Gospelfest, performed in the JHS Auditorium this Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 7 p.m., with tickets ranging from 5-10 dollars.
“It’s a full on gospel experience, right here in Jeff.”
Choir Director Kyle Broady
The very first production occurred 20 years ago, roughly back in the 2000’s. Contrary to what may be believed, the first Gospelfest was put on at New Albany. JHS was able to join in on this blossoming tradition due to both former choir directors being longtime friends.
Gospelfest is an all choir concert, which is entirely composed of African American gospel music, picked and conducted by a special guest who specializes in Black Gospel and jazz, Dr. Roosevelt Escalante.
“It’s a full on gospel experience, right here in Jeff,” choir director Kyle Broady stated.
And an experience it shall be. The choir consists of 150+ students. In addition to the JHS choir, Borden High School will be performing with the Southern Indiana Children’s Choir. A live band will accompany the singers, while the sound system will be used in full in order to project the combining music towards the audience while in a full concert layout.
“This group, in particular, is going to make it pretty special,” added senior Luna Guyse, currently in her seventh year in a choir.
Gospelfest may be a once-a-year performance, but it has touched many hearts.
The choir director at Borden is a JHS alumnus, joining the Gospelfest last year due to how much she enjoyed it in her high school years. Yet she is not the only one with a connection to past Gospelfests, for the choir director of the Southern Indiana Children’s Choir had previously retired from being JHS’s choir director.
Many can’t wait for the performance, including current choir students.
“We have a really good set coming up. We have a mix of good people returning, and a lot of good people coming in, it’s just great,” said senior Ella Motluck, currently in her seventh year in choir.
The excitement isn’t just felt in one student, for the others are just as enthused.
“I’m really excited! Dr. Escalante picked out some really good songs this year,” said senior Sylvana Sandoval Camacho, who currently is in her sixth year of a choir.
There are many challenges that can come with events like this. “I’m not even sure I remembered everything,” Broady joked when showing off a checklist of preparations. And there are the challenges of keeping everyone on the same page when there is not constant contact.
Yet through that all, the choir pushes through it together, motivated by the knowledge of community that their performances bloom. For one of the most enjoyable parts of being in choir is, as Guyse put it, “Doing something you love, with people who love it just as much as you.”
New director Briston Hatchell instructs band students after school. Photo by Esme Estrin.
JHS has two new band directors Briston Hatchell and Sidney McDonald, who are co-teaching everything music related and like jazz, band, and guitar.
Both band directors have said that they’ve considered themselves friends for a fair amount of years; both having music teaching experience before joining JHS. Hatchell said he has 10 years of teaching band, which includes several years at Floyd Central High School. McDonald has three years of teaching experience at both the middle and high school levels.
It’s definitely clear they both have a passion for teaching music, and music as a whole. Both teachers have had their lives impacted by music.
Hatchell, early in life, said he wanted to be an architect until he realized there’s a lot of math involved. While he “wasn’t good at math,” he was talented with the trumpet, so in middle school he decided he wanted to teach music.
McDonald did not take the same path as Hatchell in high school, as she really liked chemistry and ended up becoming a chemistry major in college for a year. She decided to transfer schools for a music program since she missed music and decided to do drum core, which led to her transferring to Indiana State as a music major.
Both teachers described that they love teaching, and they both put in a lot of work to make sure they are helping all their students the most they can. But it does become a very time consuming job.
An average week of teaching for them normally consists of marching band on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and most Saturdays after school, with an open band room around three days a week so kids can practice if they would like with either of the musical directors.
A school day for them normally consists of AP music theory, guitar and then for the last three periods – 4th, 6th, and 7th – they collaborate and teach intermediate band, a big guitar class, and advanced band.
Even though they are both doing a lot for all of JHS’s music-related activities, there is still much more they want to do with an emphasis on the band program.
Hatchell said, “We want it bigger, we want more kids and, you can put this in print, we have a school of 2,300 kids and our goal over five years is 10% of the school, so that’s 230 kids, so if we get to that then I say we achieved our goal.”
He makes it very clear that they both want to be able to teach the most they possibly can. They also stated that, even though the band is pretty well funded, they do run fundraisers to help JHS music-related classes be the highest quality they can be.
Those interested in marching band can go to https://jeffersonvillebands.org to find every upcoming event involving JHS music.
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