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2025 Illinois SuperState Concert Band Festival
Congratulations to the McCracken Middle School Symphonic Band for their outstanding performance at the 2025 University of Illinois SuperState Concert Band Festival.
In Memoriam: Elton Eisele
We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Elton Eisele, Niles North Director of Bands, 1983 - 2012.
Concert Artistry: Interview with Chip De Stefano
Mr. De Stefano received a gracious invitation to sit for an interview with one of his mentors, Professor Paula Crider, for her Concert Artistry series for Conn Selmer's Division of Education. 

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Resources

Concert Programs
Programs dating back to the opening of Oakview Junior High School in 1959. Photos and yearbook pages included when available.
Free Downloads
Free arrangements and exercises that we have used with our students over the years.
Lectures and Articles
Professional development articles and clinic session outlines and handouts developed over the last two decades.

We Recommend

Repertoire
Our favorite works that we've performed with our performance ensembles.
Books
Developing a professional library is one of the most important steps to continuing our own learning once we've entered the classroom.
Teaching Materials
The different methods, apps, and teaching materials we use with our students.