In Memoriam – Professor Eric Rombach-Kendall
We were saddened to hear of the death on January 25, 2022 of Eric Rombach-Kendall, Professor of Music at the University of New Mexico, where he had served as Director of Bands since 1993. Prior to his appointment at UNM, Mr. Rombach-Kendall held … Continue reading →
Rio Rancho HS Matt Casarez Named in SBO’s 22nd Annual “Directors Who Make a Difference”
Matt Casarez, Director of the Rio Rancho High School Band has been named to the School Band & Orchestra (SBO) 22nd Annual 50 “Directors Who Make a Difference” list. Here are his responses to SBO: Name: Matt Casarez School: Rio Rancho High … Continue reading →
VHS Band Director's Artwork Recognised
Valley High School Director of Bands Mark Ellington recently received recognition for his artwork at the … Continue reading →
Congratulations to the Hummingbird Music Camp!
The Hummingbird Music Camp was honored with the Lee Berk Award by the New Mexico Music Foundation at the Platinum Music … Continue reading →
MHS Phil Perez Named in SBO’s 2016 “Directors Who Make a Difference”
Phillip "Phil" Perez, Director of the Manzano High School Royal Guard Band has been named to the School Band & Orchestra (SBO) 2016 “Directors Who Make a Difference” list. Here are his responses to SBO: Name: Phil Perez School: Manzano … Continue reading →
VVHS Paul Blakey Named in SBO's 2015 "Directors Who Make a Difference"
Paul Blakey, Director of the Volcano Vista High School "Hawk" Band has been named to the School Band & Orchestra (SBO) 2015 "Directors Who Make a Difference" list. Mr. Winston “Paul” Blakey, a New Mexico native and product of the … Continue reading →
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