Crofton High School's Music Department consists of over 300 musicians in various classes and programs across band, chorus, marching band and orchestra. Our goal as the Music Boosters is to support the music teachers and students by raising funds to financially assist the department; offering additional opportunities for students to perform and grow as musicians; and helping to develop a spirit of friendship and camaraderie through Music Booster sponsored service opportunities and special events.
Want to know what's going on with the Crofton High School Music Department? The Cardinal Music Boosters send out a monthly email newsletter filled with upcoming band, chorus, marching band, orchestra and Music Booster special events; music related deadlines; opportunities for parents and students to volunteer and fundraise to benefit our music programs; and so much more.
Your tax deductible donation helps build Crofton High's music library for our band, chorus and orchestra programs. Each piece of music that an ensemble plays costs between $50 and $100. Most ensembles perform four to six pieces per concert, so those expenses add up, especially for a newer high school with a smaller inventory of past music to choose from.
CCMB Band Camp, August 3-7 & 10-14
Back To School Night, August 20 Head over to the music wing to meet our amazing music teachers and check out the Music Boosters Information Table.
CCMB Welcome the Freshmen, August 24
Music Boosters General Meeting, September 1 at 7PM Meet the new board members and learn about our plans for the new school year. We'll meet in the music wing at Crofton High.
Renn Fest Soda Stand, Sunday, September 13. Sign up here.
Coming Soon! Volunteer to help with the Cardinal Classic "Home Show" on Saturday, October 3.
Want to support Crofton High's outstanding music programs? Purchase items off of our music teachers' Amazon Wishlist!
What is Tri-M? The Tri-M Music Honor Society is a program of the National Association for Music Education (NAfME) which focuses on creating future leaders in music education and music advocacy. Tri-M is the only music honor society for middle and high school students in the United States. Tri-M recognizes students that go above and beyond both academically and musically.
What are the Membership Requirements? Candidates must be enrolled in a school sponsored music ensemble and/or class for at least one semester of the current school year. Candidates must have maintained at least a 3.0 GPA in music classes, with at least a 2.5 GPA in other academic subjects. Candidates must also display good character, leadership and service to the Crofton High music community. Applications are typically accepted in the late winter/early spring of each school year.
How do I Connect with Crofton High's Tri-M Chapter? Follow them on the Crofton Tri-M Instagram. You can also speak with any of the music teachers at Crofton High School to learn more or request an application.
Band: one student received the prestigious Kovner Fellowship at The Juilliard School; two students selected for All-County Big Band; seven students selected for All-County High School Band
CCMB (Marching Band): placed third at States in the 4A Division and won "Best Color Guard"
Chorus: three students selected for All-State Chorus; one student selected for All-State Junior Chorus; 10 students selected for All-County Chorus; Songbirds and Cacophony select choirs chosen to attend The University of Maryland Choir Invitational
Orchestra: three students selected for All-State Orchestra; one student selected for All-State Junior Orchestra; 17 students selected for All-County Orchestra
Tri-M Honor Society: 42 new inductees
Student Scholarships: Annual Scholarships of $500 Offered to Each Student That Attends All-State to Off-Set Registration Expenses
Instrument Repair and Purchases: Fix Current Broken Instruments
Acquiring New: Instruments, Mouthpieces, Shoulder Rests, Sound Equipment, Choral Folders, T-Shirts for Music Trip Attendees, Etc.
Yearly Needs: Replacement Strings, Reeds, Sticks, Valve Oil, Instrument Cleaning Supplies
Building the School Music Library: Purchasing New Sheet Music to Play and Sing
Hospitality: Meals for Festival Judges and the Cardinal Classic Adjudicators; Meals for CCMB During Band Camp and Friday Night Home Football Games; End-of-Year Banquet
Transportation: Provide Transportation (Buses, CCMB Trailer) for Students to Have Off-Site Musical Experiences