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The Beachcomber

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The Beachcomber

Both band and drill team have grown significantly over the past few years. The band has grown from 28 members two years ago to 50 this year.

Band and Drill Team Bigger, More Spirited This Year

Alexis Mercado, Staff Writer October 10, 2023

Every Friday night in the fall, under the stadium lights, fans witness the performances of band and drill team taking center stage.  The drill team has returned this year with seven members after having...

“Playing outside is the safest place, and we use extra protection like bell covers, face shields and masks with slits cut in them just enough to allow the mouthpiece of the instruments through,” Band Director David Luddington said.

Playing Through the Pandemic

Avery Lonzer, London Pope, and Yasharth Pandey October 29, 2020

There is very little that is normal this year. Given the need to keep everyone safe by wearing masks and social distancing, Beachwood’s extracurricular programs have been forced to adjust.  Band  Band...

The band plays halftime at the Orange game. Photo by Matthew Keyerleber

Playing Four Quarters and Halftime Too

Matthew Hardy, Staff Writer November 18, 2018

It was the last game of the season. Tensions and spirits were high at halftime. The Bison were trailing the Orange Lions 0-14. Both bands played exhilarating, thunderous shows. Beachwood’s band played...

The band performs at the West Geauga game. Photo by Nakita Reidenbach

Band and Drill Team to Perform Senior Show at Orange Game

Nicole Breger, Staff Writer October 26, 2018

The Orange game tonight is the last football game of the regular season. It’s a must win for the Bison to make it to the playoffs. Seniors from the football team, band, drill team and cheer will be...

BHS Musical Ensembles Play With Cleveland Orchestra for Auditorium Opening

BHS Musical Ensembles Play With Cleveland Orchestra for Auditorium Opening

Dalia Zullig, Editor-in-Chief November 15, 2016

The renovated auditorium saw its first event on the evening of Nov. 5. The BHS Orchestra performed with the Cleveland Orchestra along with the choir and some of the band. Instrumental music teachers...

Photos by Gabriela Colovan Costa

Check Out Our Photos From Family Fun Day

Nam Nguyen, Staff Writer September 7, 2016

A large crowd gathered amidst a carnival-like atmosphere at  the Beachwood aquatic center parking lot on Sunday, Sept. 4. The event, which lasted from 1:00 to 5:00, provided amusement park rides as...

Image by Jessica Tall.

The Other Competitors On the Field

Andrew Feldman, Contributor December 16, 2015

The last week of October was filled with anxiety heaped on suspense, my patience worn thin in waiting for the Orange football game. Although my mastery of the music was not as strong as usual, I knew my...

Tuning-up for Life

Tuning-up for Life

Jenny Shand, Staff Writer December 5, 2013

Shaina Wolinsky, a senior in the BHS band, started on the trumpet in fifth grade, switched to the double french horn and mellophone in ninth grade, then picked up the saxophone just for fun. She studies...

Music Students Move into New Wing

Music Students Move into New Wing

John Li, Staff Writer October 11, 2012

In mid-Sept., orchestra, band and choir students were excited to play for the first time in the new music wing. Music classes had been held in temporary quarters since the construction began, so music...

New Band Director Hopes to Rein-in Program

New Band Director Hopes to Rein-in Program

Christina Phelps, Editor-in-Chief (print) September 24, 2012

New band director David Luddington hopes to raise goals and expectations for young musicians at BHS. Formerly band director in Garfield Heights, Luddington hopes to use his experience to strengthen...

Band Brings out the Bison Beat

Nicky Albaugh, Staff Writer September 23, 2011

On an early Saturday morning, the football team isn’t the only group getting ready for the game. The BHS band is also preparing. After losing some talented seniors last year, the band returns sounding...

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