Congratulations to both the Lakeview Middle School Honor Band and 8th Grade Orchestra on their "Excellent" ratings at Concert Performance Assessment this past week. Lakeview's orchestra has consistently received this rating. This is the first "Excellent" rating for Lakeview's band in 20 years. Congrats to all of the students on their hard work!
Check out the new Lakeview Lion Band promotional video! Take a look at the 6th grade tab for more info.
The Lakeview Middle School Band Spring Concert will be on Tuesday, May 15th from 6:30-7:30PM at Lakeview Middle School.
Parents, show your support by wearing Lakeview colors: Orange and Blue!
See you there!
Congratulations to the Lakeview Middle School Honor Band on a great performance at Southside High School for Pre-CPA. The Honor Band represented themselves and Lakeview well. There is alot of work to be done between now and CPA, so start practicing!
Congrats to the 7th/8th grade Lakeview Lion Band on their successful performances on our recent Elementary School Tour and LMS Assembly Performance! It's been a wonderful year. More information to come on our spring Carowinds trip in January.
Have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
We are looking forward to a successful and fun year. New band members should check out the 6th Grade tab. The Lakeview Music Department will hold its Parent Meeting on Tuesday September 5th from 5:30-6:30PM. All students should be in attendance with at least one parent present. Attendance at this meeting is required before a student will be allowed to use an instrument in class. Anyone unable to attend should contact Mr. Helms immediately.
There are a number of extra performance opportunities and trips taking place this year, so buckle up!
The following students received an award at our Spring Concert. Congratulations!
Director's Award: Jennifer Snyder
Musicianship Award: Jennifer Snyder, Anthony Mendoza, Amayah Stover, Trey Lanford, Maria Rodriguez
Most Improved Award: Jalin Berry, Desiree McBride, Matthew Martinez, Belinda Valdovinos, Sergio Gonzalez
Solo & Ensemble: Stephani Morales, Jennifer Snyder, Edwin Ramirez, Jordyn Sanders, Kierra Stevens
Region/All-County Audition Recognition: Jennifer Snyder, Anthony Mendoza, Edwin Ramirez
Congratulations to the LMS Honor Band in their performance at Greenville's Repack the Backpack event sponsored by Blue Choice SC Medicaid and the Greenville Housing Authority.
If you're interested in playing in the marching band in high school check out the video below and talk to Mr. Helms for more information. Marching band is a fantastic opportunity that enables you to perform at football games, competitions, and travel with friends!
Check out our new music department recruitment video. Rising 6th graders should be sure to sign up for band!
The Lakeview Middle School Lion Band received a grant from Elks Lodge #848 and The Music Club of Greenville to purchase new percussion equipment, rhythm books, and new concert music. Thank you, Elks Lodge and The Music Club of Greenville!
Alex Helms, Highly Qualified
Band Director, Lakeview Middle School
Office: (864)-355-6463
ahelms@greenville.k12.sc.us