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.
Arundel Wildcat Spectacular, October 31 at 1 PM. Nearby Arundel High School is hosting a marching band competition on Halloween. CCMB will perform at around 1 PM, with the awards ceremony occuring at 3 PM. Come support our Crofton Cardinals marching band!
Restaurant Day/Night at The Green Turtle (Waugh Chapel), November 3. Support the Music Boosters by eating at The Green Turtle anytime on November 3. It's a day off of school, so why not also make it a day off of cooking? A portion of the restaurant's proceeds from that day will benefit the music programs of Crofton High School.
Music Boosters General Board Meeting, November 3 at 7 PM at The Green Turtle (Waugh Chapel). We've reserved a private dining area at The Green Turtle for our November board meeting. Join us to learn more about the music programs at Crofton High.
All-County Auditions from 5:30 - 8 PM on November 5 (chorus at Meade High School), November 11 (orchestra at Cheseapeake High School) and November 18 (band at Glen Burnie High School). Students must already be registered to audition. No walk-ins.
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.
Thank you to the more than 100 volunteers who helped us host the Cardinal Classic Marching Band Home Show on Saturday, October 3. The Music Boosters raised over $13,000 to benefit all three music programs at the high school.
Volunteer Opportunities supporting the Crofton Cardinals Marching Band (CCMB) this season.
Help sell flowers and concessions during our October concerts on Tuesday, Oct. 27 and Thursday, Oct. 29.
The orchestra program needs donations and volunteers to assist the elementary and middle school visitors for the Spooky Strings rehearsal on Thursday, Oct. 29.
Want to support Crofton High's outstanding music programs? Purchase items off of our music teachers' Amazon Wishlist!
General Membership Meetings
7:00 Start Times
September 1, 2026 at CrHS
November 3, 2026 at The Green Turtle Restaurant in Waugh Chapel
January 5, 2027 at CrHS
March 2, 2027 at CrHS
Annual Meeting and Elections
May 19, 2027 at CrHS
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 or to Pay Marching Band Fees for a Student who Could Not Otherwise Participate
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