Holiday Concert "Winter Wonderland" 2014

What an incredible performance by the Glacier High School Music Department!  From the opening combined selections "Sing Noel, Sing Hallelujah (arr. Christopher) and "Gloria" (arr. Purifoy) the audience knew they were in for a treat.  Glacier Girls performed classics including "Carol of the Bells" and "Do You Hear What I Hear."  The Advanced Women and Men's Choir combined to sing 23 carols in "Christmas In About Three Minutes."  Glacier Breeze performed the beautiful "Winter Song" and Glacier Echoes wowed the audience with Pentatonix arrangements of "Little Drummer Boy" and "White Winter Hymnal." Magic was created when the Concert Choir combined with the orchestra for Clausen's arrangement of "O Holy Night." Concert Choir went on to sing Harris' "In This Very Room" leaving not a dry eye in the house. The evening ended with GHS choral alumni on stage for Handel's powerful "Hallelujah Chorus" performed by over 200 musicians! I am so proud to have been a part of this truly special evening.  Thank you to GHS musicians, Sherry Simmons, David Barr, Kristen Erickson, Josh Lancaster, CJ Cummings, Doug Mason, Callie Langhor and Jan Twamley for making this night possible.  Please view the photos at this link: Sing Noel 2014 (Photos by Pete Sauer)

Echoes Spread Holiday Cheer!

The Glacier Echoes enjoyed performing around the community this holiday season!

Fruit Sale 2014

Thank you so much to the Flathead Valley for supporting our annual fruit sale!  You are very much appreciated!

AA Choir Festival - Bozeman, Montana 2014

The Glacier High School Concert Choir traveled to Bozeman to work with a talented guest director, Daniel Bukvich, from the University of Idaho.  Joining GHS were choirs from Bozeman, CMR and Great Falls High.  Highlights included meeting new people, performing for the other choirs, delicious food, flash mobbing the hotel desk clerk and performing as a mass choir of 225 talented singers. Thank you to our fabulous chaperones Darla, Jennifer and Katherine!  Check out the photos here:
AA 2014

Fall Concert 2014

On October 21, 2014 the GHS Choirs presented "Autumn Song."  The variety of music was well-received and the quality of sound was much appreciated!  My personal favorites included "One Mile" by Dilworth (Glacier Girls), "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy" arranged by Lojeski (Glacier Breeze), "I Know I've Been Changed" arranged by Aspaas (Glacier Men), "No Time" arranged by Brumfield (Glacier Advanced Women), "Mambo Italiano" arranged by Billingsley (Glacier Echoes) and "The Battle of Jericho" arranged by Hogan (Concert Choir).  Enjoy the photos here:  Fall Concert 2014  Way to display your "Pride in Performance" GHS Choirs!  Photos by Pete Sauer

All-State Choir 2014

What an incredible All-State Honor Choir!  I am so proud of the Glacier musicians.  You represented GHS well with your talent and your positive attitudes.

GHS Men Join the Kalispell Middle School and Flathead Men

There is nothing better than hearing 100 men joined together in song!  What a fabulous performance of the Eagles hit "Seven Bridges Road." We even had some administrators join us on stage.

Spirit Week 2014

Glacier High School Choirs displayed their school spirit during Homecoming Week 2014.  Check out the photos here: Spirit Week 2014  Way to go, Choirs!

Welcome Class of 2018!

The Glacier Echoes welcomed the freshmen with a song.  This is going to be a fantastic year!

All-State Choir 2014

Congratulations to our talented members of the 2014 Montana All-State Choir:  Ben Bridwell (Tenor 2), Megan Bridwell (Soprano 2), Chandler Eaves (Bass 1), Ben Habel (Bass 2), Rebecca Konen (Alto 2), Nathan MacGregor (Tenor 1), Micah Meadors (Soprano 1), Anna Williams (Alto 2) and Riley Wilton (Alto 2). Also congratulations to our alternates: Jack Desmul, and Faith Kern!  The All-State Gala Concert will be October 17, 2014 in Missoula, Montana.

Concert Choir Class Of 2014

Time has flown by in the blink of an eye and now it is time to say goodbye.  Thank you so much for being the wonderful, talented people you are.  You have left a mark on Glacier High School that will never be forgotten.  Thank you for all you have done and for setting the standard high.  I wish you success as you set out to change the world!  Keep singing!

Farewell to Nina Robart

Nina Robart has been such a gift to Glacier High School's Music Department.  She is talented and funny and loved by all.  We wish you all the best as you set out to travel the world.  Thank you for touching so many lives.  We will miss you!

'90's and Now - May Concert 2014

What an incredible year we have had!  I am so proud of all of our accomplishments.  The concert was a fabulous way to end the 2013-2014 school year.  From Pompeii, to Team, from Dog Days to Under Pressure - what a fun night.  Thank you to each and every one of you!  Check out this link
  Spring Concert 2014...photos by Pete Sauer...

2013-2014 National School Choral Award Recipients

The National School Choral Award is the highest honor for high school choral performers.  It recognizes the dedication and musical achievement of the top male and female senior choral students.  Congratulations to Alexa Cote' and Nathan Connell!

2013-2014 Fred Waring Director's Award Winners

The Fred Waring Director's Award for Chorus recognizes the talent and enthusiasm of outstanding senior choral members.  Congratulations to Kelsey Nostrum and Skyler Rieke!

State Music Festival - 2014 - Superior Ratings

Congratulations to the following musicians for earning a Superior Rating at the State Music Festival - what an accomplishment! Hannah Andrews, Hailee Bennett, Tyler Burton, Kyler Cheff, Katie Christensen, Julia Cecil, Nathan Connell, Jack Desmul, Chandler Eaves, Morgan Evanoff, Caleb Fitzwater, Anika Fritz, Talyia Gironda, Ben Habel, Brandon Hadley, Hannah Healy, Rebecca Konen, Nathan MacGregor, Micah Meadors, Jessica Mount, Cayli Mower, Kelsey Nostrum, Skyler Rieke, Abby Van Allen and Ian Wheeler. 

State Music Festival - 2014 - Excellent Ratings

Congratulations to the following musicians for receiving an Excellent Rating at the State Music Festival:  Kelsey Alexander, Kyler Cheff, Nathan Connell, Ben Habel, Hannah Healy, Faith Kern, Nathan MacGregor, Micah Meadors, Jessica Mount, Olivia Ogle, Skyler Rieke, Courtney Weber, Ian Wheeler and Riley Wilton.

Choir Tour San Francisco 2014

What an incredible trip!  Highlights include riding the cable cars, seeing "Little Shop of Horrors," exploring Fisherman's Wharf, wandering Pier 39, riding the Duck boat, walking the Golden Gate Bridge, playing in the ocean, seeing whales, dressing up for dinner, performing in the Heritage Festival, enjoying California's Great America theme park, screaming on roller coasters, and making memories with amazing people!  Please check out the photos here San Fran Tour 2014 Enjoy!

District Music Festival - 2014 - Superior Ratings

Congratulations to the following students for receiving Superior ratings at District Music Festival.  You are now qualified for State (Helena May 2 & 3).
Kelsey Alexander, Hannah Andrews, Hailee Bennett, Rachel Bjork, Julia Boharski, Megan Bridwell, Brielle Bumgarner, Tyler Burton, Julia Cecil, Kyler Cheff, Katie Christensen, Nathan Connell, Alexa Cote', Sierra Crandell, Jack Desmul, Chandler Eaves, Morgan Evanoff, Caleb Fitzwater, Anika Fritz, Alicia Frye, Talyia Gironda, Ben Habel, Brandon Hadley, Kayla Harwood, Hannah Healy, Taylyn Hubbard, Faith Kern, Rebecca Konen, Acacia Langford, Nathan MacGregor, Micah Meadors, Jessica Mount, Cayli Mower, Natalie Newberry, Ashlyn Nicholson, Megan Norman, Kelsey Nostrum, Olivia Ogle, Skyler Rieke, Skyanne Scoggins, Abby Van Allen, Courtney Weber, Ian Wheeler and Riley Wilton.

District Music Festival - 2014 - Excellent Ratings

Congratulations to the following students on their Excellent ratings at District Music Festival:  Hannah Andrews, Katie Christensen, Madison Darlington, Jack Desmul, Thomas Duffy, Morgan Evanoff, Kennedi Fisher, Anika Fritz, Talyia Gironda, Aaron Harraden, Hannah Healy, Faith Kern, Rachel Maher, Micah Meadors, Cayli Mower, Megan Norman, Kelsey Nostrum, Catherine O'Brien, Spencer Pisk, Nina Riggs, Silas Schwarz, Skyanne Scoggins, Jasmyn Serna, Rachel Shayne, Elizabeth Sullivan, Rosalie Tozer, Courtney Weber, Ian Wheeler and Riley Wilton.

A Night On Broadway 2014

Glacier Choirs presented "A Night On Broadway" March 25, 2014.  What an exciting, entertaining evening!  The choirs choreographed and performed songs from "Mamma Mia!" "Wicked," "West Side Story," "Grease," and "Seussical the Musical."  The choirs received rave reviews.  I am so proud of each and every student for putting on this incredible night of fun! Check out photos by Pete Sauer by clicking on this link: Broadway 2014

Glacier Advanced Women and Men - Grease Medley - March 2014

All-Northwest 2014

The ACDA All-Northwest Honor Choir weekend was incredible - thanks to these talented students!  You represented yourselves, your school and your state with pride.  The concert was simply amazing.

Glacier Echoes 2013/2014

Photo by Russell Aldrich, Swan River Studio

Glacier Breeze 2013/2014

Photo by Russell Aldrich, Swan River Studio

Glacier Advanced Women's Choir 2013/2014

Photo by Russell Aldrich, Swan River Studio

Glacier Men's Choir 2013/2014

Photo by Russell Aldrich, Swan River Studio

Glacier Girls' Choir 2013/2014

Photo by Russell Aldrich, Swan River Studio