Band
The music department at LaSalle is run by John Russell. There three major performing ensembles: The Cadet Blues Jazz Band, the Symphonic Band, and the Middle School Band. The Cadet Blues Jazz Band have won awards at the New Hartford, Fonda, and Oneida Jazz Festivals. In past years they have also traveled to Berklee College of Musical High School Jazz Festival and participated in the Columbus Day Parade in New York City. LaSalle annually holds their Christmas concert at the Troy Music Hall.
Notable Awards
- 2003 Second Place at Berklee College of Music High School Jazz Festival, Boston, MA
- 2008 Gold Award at the Fonda-Fultonville Jazz Festival, Fonda, NY
- 2008 Gold Award at the Oneida Jazz Festival, Oneida, NY
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