Welcome to the news archive, where you will find all previous headlines and articles concerning the Parkside Bands.

Riddleberger to step down as Director of Bands

Todd Riddleberger, Director of Bands at Parkside High School since 1998, announced to the band’s membership on March 30th that he will not be returning to the organization after the conclusion of the 2006-2007 school year. 

“As difficult as it is to do this NOW, I’m hoping that the time frame will give the Board of Education the best possible opportunity to locate a qualified replacement for the position,” said Riddleberger.

Individuals interested in applying for the position can obtain more information by visiting the Wicomico County Board of Education website at www.wcboe.org or by contacting Gary Beauchamp, Supervisor of Fine Arts for Wicomico County, at (410) 677-4573.

Read a letter to the community from the director by clicking HERE. (PDF)

“Marching Rams” announce 2007 field show program

The 2007 edition of the Parkside High School “Marching Rams” will present NIGHT VISIONS, a contemporary marching program in three movements by Andrew Yozviak.  After two consecutive seasons of inspirational and uplifting literature (WINDSPRINTS in 2005 and LIFE DANCES in 2006), the band will return to the “darker” side of the repertoire for what is certain to be an intense listening and viewing experience.

Check back for more details soon!

Trumpeter Pat Shaner to be featured in Spring Concert

Local trumpeter Pat Shaner will be featured as a guest soloist with the Parkside Symphonic Band during the annual Spring Concert on Tuesday, May 15, 2007.  Mr. Shaner and the band will present Manhattan, a piece by British composer Philip Sparke that was commissioned by the United States Army Band for their solo trumpeter, Woody English, and was premiered at Carnegie Hall in 2003.

Mr. Shaner is a graduate of Laurel High School in Laurel, Delaware and is an avid trumpet enthusiast.  He has performed with the Salisbury Community Band, the Eastern Shore Brass Quintet, the Delmarva Big Band, and the Community Players.  Additionally, he is in high demand as a soloist at weddings, church services, and other ceremonial events.  His musical highlights also include performances with world-renowned trumpeters Wynton Marsalis and Doc Severinsen.

Be sure to join us on May 15, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. in the Parkside High School Auditorium and enjoy this very special part of our Spring Concert!

Symphonic Band sets the standard at District Festival

The Parkside High School Symphonic Band traveled to Kent County High School in Waldorf, Maryland on March 14, 2007 for their annual performance at the Eastern Shore Band Directors Association District High School Band Festival.  For the sixth consecutive year, the band received unanimous “Superior” ratings from all judges at the event. 

Congratulations to these students and many thanks to the parents and family members who joined the band on the trip.

Drum Majors announced for 2007 “Marching Rams”

Hillary Herold and James Klocek were recently announced as Drum Majors of the 2007 edition of the Parkside High School “Marching Rams.”  Both are currently sophomores and two-year members of the “Marching Rams” woodwind section.

Congratulations to Hillary, Jim, and to all who auditioned!

Symphonic Band announces 2007 District Festival repertoire

The Parkside High School Symphonic Band will perform music of two of the finest American composers of concert band literature for rating at this year’s High School District Band Festival, sponsored by the Eastern Shore (Maryland) Band Directors Association.

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Parkside to be well represented in 2007 All-Shore Band

Congratulations to the following Parkside Band members, who have been accepted into the membership of the annual Senior High All-Shore Band, sponsored by the Eastern Shore (Maryland) Band Directors Association…

Bola Adeniran (1st chair Bassoon)
Erin Finley (1st chair Tenor Saxophone)
Hillary Sherman (5th chair Trumpet)
Amanda Fodor (1st chair French Horn)
Jim Evans (2nd chair Trombone)
Steve Crouchley (5th chair Trombone)
Matt McIver (1st chair Percussion)

Many thanks to all band members who auditioned!

For the fifth consecutive year, the Parkside “Marching Rams” have qualified for the Tournament of Bands Atlantic Coast Marching Band Championships to be held on November 11th and 12th at Lackawanna County Stadium in Scranton, Pennsylvania. 

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Todd L. Riddleberger, Director of Bands at Parkside High School, graduated with the Master of Music in Conducting degree from the American Band College of Southern Oregon University (Ashland, Oregon) on Monday, July 3rd, 2006. 

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