Newsletter #16 – March 16, 2026Annual Awards Banquet – Tickets Now Available!
Come celebrate the exceptional talents and achievements of the Lassiter Orchestra at our Annual Awards Banquet, taking place on Saturday, May 2, from 5:30 to 8:00 PM at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church. This evening will highlight the dedication and passion of our students, parents, and supporters who have contributed to another remarkable year of musical excellence.
Join us for an elegant evening filled with delectable cuisine, heartfelt speeches, and the joyous camaraderie of our orchestra students. We will honor the outstanding accomplishments of our musicians, recognizing our senior class, and enjoy a great meal together!
Tickets:
- Lassiter Orchestra students (with paid 25-26 student fees) get a FREE ticket to the banquet. A ticket is required, but you will see that there is no cost.
- Parents and other family members must purchase tickets for $28 each.
- Note: Lassiter Orchestra students unpaid student fees must purchase a $28 ticket.
For menu, details and ticket purchases, please visit https://www.lassiterorchestra.org/banquet.
The deadline for ticket orders is Sunday, April 19 or until the venue reaches capacity.
Small Ensemble Unit
We have had a few days to work on our Small Ensemble Unit where we focus on forming small ensembles like duets, trios, and quartets. Students must have their pieces selected by this Friday, May 20. They should sign up using the form in the QR code in class. We will be focusing on this unit after our Spring Concert. It works very well within the confines of the May schedule with all of the students in and out for testing, etc. For their semester exam, students will perform their small ensemble music for the class.
Spring Concert – “A Night at the Movies & More!”
We are working hard to prepare music for our Spring Concert! Students each have 5 pieces to prepare for this concert and we need to have all music learned prior to Spring Break.
Please save Tuesday, April 21 starting at 7:00 PM in the concert hall. Remember, our concerts are open to the public and are free admission so invite the whole family and your friends!. This concert is one you won’t want to miss!
We will be performing music from Barbie, Stranger Things, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Aladdin, Chicago and even a few 90’s hits from The Smashing Pumpkins and Green Day. We will also be debuting the Lassiter Symphony Orchestra! We are looking forward to a wonderful evening of music!
Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns!