The Liverpool High School Symphonic Band was formed in 1972 by Mr. John Iannotta. Since its inception the Symphonic Band has performed under the baton of such guest conductors as Anthony Maiello, Ron Nelson, Malcolm W. Rowell, Jr., Frank Battisti, Edward Lisk and Mark Camphouse. Under its present conductor, James R. Spadafore, the group has performed at the Ithaca Wind Invitational, the National Adjudicators Invitational, the 1996 NYSSMA Winter Conference, the 1998 Mid-West Band and Orchestra Clinic, the 1998 NYSBDA Symposium and the 2002 Bands of America National Concert Festival.
Students need the musical skills to understand and perform music literature at it's highest level no matter what grade level. We as teachers need to supply our students with a musical vocabulary of substance.
To quote Ray Cramer: An educational approach which emphasizes the development of comprehensive musical knowledge and teaches musicianship will lead to a broader and meaningful experiences for everyone involved.
