CMS Band Performs at Disney

The Central Middle School Band has had an exciting spring season as they recently returned from performing at Walt Disney World in Florida. The group submitted an audition last fall and were accepted to perform a concert in Disney Springs. More than 100 students made the trip to bring Disney Springs visitors on a musical journey.

The Band performed songs from “Moana,” “Toy Story,” and “The Avengers.” The musicians also participated in a workshop titled “Imagination Disney,” which taught the students how animation and soundtracks are recorded and processed for movies. The instructor, who was a Disney recording artist, taught and recorded selections from the movie “Beauty and The Beast.”

The students also had some free time to visit Animal Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, and Magic Kingdom.

“The students created amazing memories and friendships that will last for a lifetime,” said Jason Freeland, Central Middle School Band Director. “I want to offer my congratulations to these students on representing District 146, our community, and the state of Illinois with distinction and pride!”

In May, the band performed their spring concert for a packed house in the auditorium at Central. The showstopper featured students from all District 146 schools: Fierke Education Center, Fulton School, Kruse Education Center, Memorial School, and Central Middle School. The ensembles performed a variety of music from the classics, jazz, and rock.

In July, the students will begin their Summer Band Camp. The camp provides students with opportunities they are not exposed to throughout the school year. In preparation for parade season, students will learn the fundamentals of marching and build a culture of leadership throughout the ensemble.

At the conclusion of camp, students will as part of the downtown Tinley Park concert series. Past concerts have included movie themes, Disney music, and rock icons.

In August, the students will travel to Chicago to perform the National Anthem at a White Sox game. They will also be performing in the Grundy County Corn Festival Parade in September.

Community Consolidated School District 146 is comprised of Central Middle School, Fierke Education Center, Fulton School, Kruse Education Center, and Memorial School. Students from Tinley Park, Orland Park, and Oak Forest attend District 146 schools.