2026 Summer Music Camps Around Puget Sound and Beyond

2026 Summer Music Camps Around Puget Sound and Beyond

The summer will be here before we know it and no one wants to be sitting around. No matter what instrument you play, there are music camps available to you! Here is a list, though not comprehensive, for you to consider this summer. You’ll need to click the link to see prices, specific dates, and other information regarding requirements.  Are we missing a camp targeted for at least a high school age musician? Let us know and we’ll add it.  Edmonds School District Summer Music School June 22 - July 10, 2026 Location: Mountlake Terrace High School https://www.edmonds.wednet.edu/programs-services/art-music-theater/music-dept/summer-music-school Brassapalooza August...
Mountlake Terrace High School Jazz 1 Selected to Perform in New York at Essentially Ellington Jazz Competition for Second Year in a Row

Mountlake Terrace High School Jazz 1 Selected to Perform in New York at Essentially Ellington Jazz Competition for Second Year in a Row

Press Release February 2, 2026 Mountlake Terrace High School Jazz 1 performing last December. (Brett Holt/Mountlake Terrace High School Band Boosters) MOUNTLAKE TERRACE, Washington - Mountlake Terrace High School Jazz 1 was selected to perform at the prestigious Essentially Ellington Jazz Band Competition & Festival for the second year in a row. “I’m ecstatic to have Jazz 1 perform again in New York. It’s even sweeter to have us go back-to-back, something we last achieved in 2017 and 2018,” said Mountlake Terrace High School Band Director Darin Faul. “We have 14 musicians new to Jazz 1, including two freshmen. These...
Two Mountlake Terrace Jazz 1 Musicians Selected for Prestigious Groups

Two Mountlake Terrace Jazz 1 Musicians Selected for Prestigious Groups

Two Mountlake Terrace High School Jazz Musicians were recently selected to perform in prestigious jazz groups. Sophie Ionitsa, sophomore Jazz 1 pianist, was selected to perform in the Next Generation Women in Jazz Combo. The Next Generation Women in Jazz Combo was created in 2019 to feature top high school women jazz players from throughout the United States. This small combo, directed by award-winning bassist, vocalist and composer Katie Thiroux , ensemble members are selected based on set criteria through video auditions. The group has performed at the Monterey Jazz Festival, the Next Generation Jazz Festival, the Jazz Education Network...
Businesses! Band Sponsorship Opportunities Available!

Businesses! Band Sponsorship Opportunities Available!

The Mountlake Terrace High School Band is more than just music; it’s dedication, teamwork, creativity, and community. Each year, our talented student musicians work tirelessly to represent our school at concerts, competitions, and community events. But this success doesn’t happen without strong support. We invite your business to become a valued sponsor and help us continue to grow, inspire, and perform. $500 Logo or name on the MTHS Band Boosters website footer and posts throughout 2025-2026 end-of-school year. Your logo included in each 2025-2026 Band and Jazz Concert video. Recognition at the 2025 Breakfast in Santa’s Workshop Recognition in one...
Jazz Jam Session at North City Bistro This Saturday, November 15

Jazz Jam Session at North City Bistro This Saturday, November 15

MTHS Jazz Musicians….we are hosting our almost monthly jazz #jam session this Saturday at North City Bistro & Wine Shop. All are welcome to bring your instruments (drums/bass/piano provided), join for a song or three, or just sit, relax, enjoy the food, and support the musicians. Experienced? Join us. Want to improve your improvisation? Never tried to perform in a jazz combo? Bring your instrument & music stand and join for a song, two or more! See the post on our Band App group about songs and the Real Book. Saturday, November 15, 20254-6pmNorth City Bistro1520 NE 177th St.Shoreline Have...
2025 Breakfast in Santa’s Workshop

2025 Breakfast in Santa’s Workshop

The community is welcome to the annual Breakfast in Santa's Workshop! A fun family holiday tradition for people of all ages. You don't want to miss this wonderful holiday community event that benefits the Mountlake Terrace High School Band Program! Pancake breakfast 20+ school music groups - choir, band, and jazz - over 500 performers Kids activities tables Santa Photos 40 craft vendors - Vendors can register here for a table. Share our Facebook Event, Instagram Post, and NextDoor Event with your family and friends! Saturday, December 13, 20258am-12pmMountlake Terrace High School21801 44th Ave W, Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043 Pancake...
Welcome Back Musicians!

Welcome Back Musicians!

Welcome to the 25-26 School Year! Welcome to the Band Program at Mountlake Terrace High School.  I’m the director, Darin Faul.  I’m looking forward to meeting all the students and families and look forward to working with all of you!   I’ve been told by parents that initial experiences in the program can be a bit confusing and/or overwhelming because there can be too many assumptions made about what is known.  I apologize in advance if that happens.  I’ll do my best to keep you informed with as few words as possible!  Please read the things I send and ask questions right away; ask other parents or me.  The...
Visit The Mountlake Terrace Bands Merchandise Store

Visit The Mountlake Terrace Bands Merchandise Store

The MTHS Band Store is open! Visit our Band Store and purchase a cozy shirt, colorful sticker, or appealing phone case for yourself or to give as gifts. We put together a wonderful selection of band and jazz items to show your support for the MTHS Bandc Program. Every purchase supports our band program and allows us to continue to provide the needed financial assistance to the band program. There are dozens of items and colors to choose from when considering how you want to show your support for music! These photos are just a few samples of what we have available...
2025 Sea Notes at the Marina Wraps Up

2025 Sea Notes at the Marina Wraps Up

Last Thursday we finished our 5th and final 2025 Sea Notes at the Marina! In total, we had 28 musicians from five schools participate in our five jazz jam sessions. Quick Facts Musicians that attended all five jam sessions? 1 -  (Jett) # of incoming freshmen participating? 1 - Siddharth (Sidd) # of schools represented? 5 - MTHS, Madrona K8, Maplewood K8, North Creek HS, Shorewood HS # of alumni performed? 7 # of musicians? 28 in total performed at 1 or more of the jam sessions. 24 MTHS musicians in total.  We appreciate having all our musicians perform and having our parents, families, and friends come...
24-25 MTHS Bands End-of-the-Year Concert & Awards [Video/Photos]

24-25 MTHS Bands End-of-the-Year Concert & Awards [Video/Photos]

Mountlake Terrace High School Bands hosted the 24-25 End-of-the-Year Concert & Awards on June 5, 2025. The complete concert is captured and hosted on the MTHS Concert Bands YouTube Channel. Enjoy the photos from this wonderful evening! https://youtu.be/c7IHJ0t4tPI?si=F9yrmKTmD7d_IDws SET LIST 0:00 - Welcome 1:39 - Celebration Fanfare 6:24 - Industria SYMPHONIC BAND 10:39 - Blue Ridge Impressions 14:28 - Shock Wave CHAMBER WINDS 19:53 - Suite From The Planets 26:07 - The Old Grumbly Bear 32:58 - Les Miserables (Selections) COMBINED CONCERT AND JAZZ BANDS 39:38 - What A Wonderful World 49:00 - Awards Ceremony 1:00:16 - 24-25 School Review...