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Wednesday, November 12, 2025

Schuylkill County Musicians Unite for 2nd Annual County Jazz Festival at Blue Mountain

The rhythm of jazz will fill the Blue Mountain High School Auditorium this Saturday, November 15, 2025, as the Schuylkill County Band Association proudly presents the 2nd Annual Schuylkill County Jazz Festival.

Shenandoah Valley Honors Legacy of Longtime Band Director Edward J. McDermott

The Shenandoah Valley High School auditorium was filled with music and memories on Thursday evening as the school’s annual spring band concert took on special meaning.

Four Schuylkill County School Districts Recognized Nationally for Music Education Excellence

Four Schuylkill County school districts have been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education designation by The NAMM Foundation for their exceptional commitment to music education.

Cressona Band Announces 2025 Summer Concert Series, Celebrating 123 Years of Music

The storied sounds of summer are set to return as the Cressona Band proudly announces its 2025 Summer Concert Series, marking the ensemble’s incredible 123rd season of musical excellence.

Area Schools Unite for Northumberland Schuylkill Regional Honors Band Festival

North Schuylkill High School is set to host the 2025 Northumberland Schuylkill Regional Honors Band Festival, on Friday, January 31, 2025, at 7:00 PM in the North Schuylkill High School Auditorium.

Shenandoah Valley Band Members Participate in Schuylkill County Jazz Band Festival

Five Shenandoah Valley High School Band students participated in the 1st Annual Schuylkill County Jazz Band Festival held on November 16, 2024, at Shenandoah Valley High School.

Two North Schuylkill High School Band members participated in the 1st Schuylkill County Jazz Band Festival.

Shenandoah Valley to Host Inaugural Schuylkill County Jazz Band Festival

Shenandoah, PA – The Shenandoah Valley School District will sound smooth on November 15 and 16, 2024, as it hosts the 1st Annual Schuylkill County Jazz Band Festival.

Pottsville's Stars and Stripes Celebration Celebrates Music, Yuengling, and Hometown Feel

This past Saturday, the sound of music rang through the city of Pottsville during the Yuengling Stars and Stripes Summer Celebration.

Upcoming Featured Entertainment Lineup for the 2024 Schuylkill County Fair

The 2024 Schuylkill County Fair will run from July 29th to August 3rd at the Schuylkill County Fairgrounds.

Schuylkill Choral Society Performs at Citizens Bank Park

On Sunday, the Schuylkill Choral Society performed the Star-Spangled Banner before thousands of Philadelphia Phillies fans at Citizen's Bank Park.

North Schuylkill to Host Jazz Festival This Friday

North Schuylkill High School is set to host its very first Jazz Festival on Friday, May 17, 2024, starting at 6 PM.

Pennsylvania House Representatives Honor Shenandoah Valley's Director of Bands for Music Education Excellence

A Certificate of Congratulations was presented to Shenandoah Valley’s Director of Bands Mr. John Shoener for being named the recipient of the Music Education Award for the fifth consecutive year.

Cressona Band Announces Upcoming Season Schedule

The Cressona Band, celebrating 122 seasons of musical excellence, will be performing a variety of concerts this year.

Three North Schuylkill High School Band members performed as part of the Allentown Band’s Side By Side concert program on Sunday, April 28, 2024 at Miller Symphony Hall, Allentown, PA.

Three Schuylkill County Music Programs Named to "Best Communities for Music Education"

Three Schuylkill County Music Programs have been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education designation from The NAMM Foundation for its outstanding commitment to music education.

M&J Band to Jazz Up Schuylkill County Area through End of 2024

From a high school history project to a renowned 18-piece ensemble, the M&J Big Band has become a cornerstone of the local music scene in the Schuylkill County area.

Shenandoah Valley Musician Inducted into the Tri-M Music Honors Society

On Thursday evening, during Shenandoah Valley's Music in our Schools concert, Shenandoah Valley High School Band members were inducted in the Tri-M Music Honors Society Chapter 8998.

Jr. Schuylkill County Band Festival Celebrates Musical Talent

On Saturday, March 16, 2024, the Shenandoah Valley High School Auditorium was filled with the sound of over 100 junior high students/musicians from various schools across Schuylkill County.