North Montgomery Charger Bands

05/22/2026

🎓 Senior Spotlight: Jayden Farfante 🥁🎸

Today we celebrate Jayden Farfante, a versatile and talented musician whose energy and musicianship have brought so much to the North Montgomery Band program!

👨‍👩‍👦 Parents: Misty Neigocki and Joseph James
🎶 Instruments: Mallets Percussion, Snare/Bass Drum, Drum Kit, and Bass Guitar
🎵 Favorite Song Played: Jump, Jive, an’ Wail
🎼 What Music Has Taught Me:
"It's shown me what I want to do with my life."
📸 Favorite Band Memory:
Performing for an audience for the first time
💬 Last Words to the Band:
"Even though I never knew most of y'all, it was a great time playing with y'all. Good luck to y'all — one love."

Jayden, thank you for sharing your talent, passion, and groove with the band program. We’re excited to see where music takes you next and proud to have been part of your journey. 💙🎶

05/21/2026

🎓 Senior Spotlight: Jordan Young 🎺🎶

Join us in celebrating Jordan Young, a dedicated trombone player whose perseverance and commitment have made a lasting impact on the North Montgomery Band!

👨‍👩‍👦 Parents: Cynthia Young and Zachary Young
🎵 Instrument: Trombone
🎶 Favorite Song Played: Ammerland
🎼 What Music Has Taught Me:
"Music has taught me to strive to be better at hobbies and skills, and to stick with difficult things so that they may become easier with time."
📸 Favorite Band Memory:
All of the rides to and from competitions and performances

💬 Last Words to the Band:
"Stay in band and give it your all."
Jordan, thank you for your dedication, positivity, and hard work throughout your years in band. Your steady commitment and encouragement to others have helped strengthen this program in so many ways. We’re proud of all you’ve accomplished and excited for what comes next! 💙🎶

05/20/2026

🎓 Senior Spotlight: Nic Rhude 🥁

Today we recognize Nic Rhude, a dedicated percussionist whose steady work ethic and thoughtful perspective have helped shape the North Montgomery Band experience!

👨‍👩‍👦 Parents: Stacy Rhude and Dallas Rhude
🥁 Instrument: Percussion
🎶 Favorite Song Played: Exaltation
🎼 What Music Has Taught Me:
"Patience, and a lot of it."
📸 Favorite Band Memory:
Nashville — I know it’s a classic answer, but genuinely it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Enjoy things while you can.

💬 Last Words to the Band:
"At the end of the day, choose what is worth it to you."

Nic, thank you for the dedication, focus, and personality you brought to the percussion section and the band as a whole. Your years of hard work and memorable moments have left a lasting impact on this program. Wishing you the very best in whatever comes next! 💙🎶

05/19/2026

🎓 Senior Spotlight: Lucy Hess 🎷🎶

Today we celebrate Lucy Hess, a talented multi-instrumentalist and leader whose dedication and spirit have made a lasting impact on the North Montgomery Band!

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents: Lali Hess and Doug Miller
🎵 Instruments: Oboe, Alto Saxophone, Bari Saxophone, and Soprano Saxophone
🎶 Favorite Song Played: Ammerland by Jacob de Haan
🎼 What Music Has Taught Me:
"Music has taught me self-discipline and how to be a good leader!"
📸 Favorite Band Memory:
Friday night football games conducting the band and hanging out with friends during 3rd quarter!
💬 Last Words to the Band:
"Thank you all for making my senior year of band great! Please stay in band — it only gets better each year and it is an amazing experience!"

Lucy, thank you for your leadership, positivity, and incredible versatility throughout your years in band. Your passion for music and encouragement toward others have helped make this program stronger every day. We’re so proud of you and excited to see where your journey takes you next! 💙🎶

05/18/2026

As we wrap up the 2025-2026 school year we want to recognize, thank, and celebrate our Seniors. This week we’ll be doing that through a series of senior spotlights. Here’s the first:

🎓 Senior Spotlight: Justin Ambriz Tapia 🎶
Today we recognize Justin Ambriz Tapia, a valued member of the North Montgomery Band whose presence and spirit have added to the pride and tradition of our program!

👨‍👩‍👦 Parents: Elizabeth Tapia and Javier Ambriz
🎵 Instrument: Alto Saxophone
🎶 Favorite Song Played: Star-Spangled Banner
🎼 What Music Has Taught Me: It’s fun
📸 Favorite Band Memory: Pep games
💬 Last Words to the Band: Do great

Justin, thank you for being part of the band family and contributing to the energy and spirit of our performances. We wish you all the best in everything ahead! 💙🎶

05/09/2026

Come hungry!

05/09/2026

We have some great vendors setting up! Come shop with us today! 🛍️🛍️

05/08/2026

Join us tomorrow!

🌸✨ Spring Craft Fair is almost here! ✨🌸

Next Saturday, 9 AM–2 PM at NMHS
Shop unique vendors 🛍️
Grab delicious food 🍔
Snap a photo 📸
Support local crafts & community talent 💙

Don’t miss it—see you there!

04/19/2026

Come join us!

🌸🛍️ Mark Your Calendars! 🛍️🌸

Join us on May 9th for the Spring Craft Fair at NMHS! 💙🧡

Come explore a wide variety of vendors, shop unique handmade crafts, grab a bite from a food truck, and don’t miss the special spring photo booth! 📸✨

It’s the perfect way to spend a spring day—bring your family and friends! 🌷

04/13/2026

ATTENTION BAND ALUMNI & FRIENDS: Now is your chance to get a keepsake band uniform. We’re getting new uniforms this fall and we need to clear out space in the band closet. These uniforms have been in use since 2008. Click the link to reserve yours today!

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