EDMONDS SCHOOL DISTRICT FACES ESTIMATED $8.5M DEFICIT FOR 25-26 SCHOOL YEAR – 6th Grade Instrumental Music on the Chopping Block

EDMONDS SCHOOL DISTRICT FACES ESTIMATED $8.5M DEFICIT FOR 25-26 SCHOOL YEAR – 6th Grade Instrumental Music on the Chopping Block

This perpetual underfunding from the state has significantly contributed to cuts of over $25 million dollars over the last few years in the Edmonds School District. If the state does not increase its funding allocation to the district, more staff, program and elective cuts are planned. Notably, instrumental music for 6th grade is on the chopping block across the Edmonds School District, after last year’s cut of 5th grade instrumental music. It is widely believed that eliminating 6th grade instrumental programs will lead to the eventual devastation of the secondary music programs that the Edmonds School District is so well...
March 24, 2025
Jazz Bands Have a Great Showing at Newport HS Jazz Festival

Jazz Bands Have a Great Showing at Newport HS Jazz Festival

Mountlake Terrace Jazz Ensembles 1 and 2 had a great showing last Saturday at the Newport HS Jazz Festival! Both bands were finalists in their respective divisions, each finishing runner-up. It was definitely a day to remember! Watch Jazz 1's complete set - Preliminary Round and Finals Round. You will love the final song and crowd reaction. https://youtu.be/8-eEZPK16YU?si=MhOZqaRAKMwYKFtV Watch Jazz 2's complete set - Preliminary Round and Finals Round. The future is bright! https://youtu.be/IO_BN2vLgBE?si=_PKiH3IxSMwhaVZv
March 24, 2025
Mattress Fundraiser this Sunday! Support Mountlake Terrace High School Band and Orchestra!

Mattress Fundraiser this Sunday! Support Mountlake Terrace High School Band and Orchestra!

The Mountlake Terrace High School Music Boosters are excited to host our 7th annual Mattress Fundraiser on Sunday, March 23rd right here at MTHS from 10am to 5pm! This event has been very successful for us in the past and we're shooting to raise $15,000 this year but we need the community's help to spread the word! It might not come as a surprise, but people do not wake up one morning and just decide to buy a new mattress! They've been thinking about it for months, sometimes even years! So, our job is to share the event early and...
March 17, 2025
Jazz Quintet Performed at Starbucks Reserve Last Sunday [PHOTOS]

Jazz Quintet Performed at Starbucks Reserve Last Sunday [PHOTOS]

What a great Sunday morning watching our jazz quintet perform at Starbucks Reserve Roastery in Capitol Hill! Thank you Jill, June and others at Starbucks for the warm hospitality and organization to make this happen. View the complete photo set here. We will see all of you on March 28 at Starbucks’ Hot Java Cool Jazz! Limited tickets available! Purchase here: https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/2025-starbucks-hot-java-cool-jazz-mountlake-terrace-high-school-tickets
March 17, 2025
February 27 Band and Jazz Concert [PHOTOS]

February 27 Band and Jazz Concert [PHOTOS]

Our February 27 Band and Jazz Concert at Mountlake Terrace High School was a delight! Enjoy this selection of photos from the concert. You can view the complete album here. We hope you will join us on March 20 for more great music from our musicians!
March 17, 2025
Purchase Your Starbucks’ Hot Java Cool Jazz Tickets Today!

Purchase Your Starbucks’ Hot Java Cool Jazz Tickets Today!

Tickets are now available for Hot Java Cool Jazz! Catch Mountlake Terrace High School Jazz performing on March 28 at the Paramount Theater for the Starbucks’ 28th annual Hot Java Cool Jazz!  Purchase through Zeffy: https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/2025-starbucks-hot-java-cool-jazz-mountlake-terrace-high-school-tickets 100% of the tickets we sell benefit the Mountlake Terrace High School Band Program. You can also avoid Ticketmaster fees by purchasing through us. 28th Annual Hot Java Cool JazzMarch 28, 20257pmParamount Theatre911 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101$25 General Admission Featuring Mountlake Terrace, Garfield, Mount Si, Bothell, and Roosevelt High School Jazz Bands. TICKET PICK-UP: After ticket purchase, your name will be added to our...
March 17, 2025
String Quartet performing at Baguus Little Asia Last Thursday [PHOTOS]

String Quartet performing at Baguus Little Asia Last Thursday [PHOTOS]

Our String Quartet welcomed guests at Baguus Little Asia last Thursday. From 6-7pm, the restaurant was filled with sounds from violins, a viola, and a cello. New and regular guests at Baguus enthusiastically showed their appreciation for our musicians. We'll be back on April 17! Enjoy the complete set of photos here.
March 17, 2025
Fundraiser for Jazz 1 To Get To New York – April 4 @ The Getaway Tavern

Fundraiser for Jazz 1 To Get To New York – April 4 @ The Getaway Tavern

Let’s help Mountlake Terrace High School Jazz 1 get to New York! Mountlake Terrace High School Jazz 1 was selected to perform at the coveted Essentially Ellington Jazz Festival in New York! They will travel for 7 nights and 8 days to participate in the prestigious jazz festival. Only 30 high school jazz bands are selected to participate this year! This trip will cost almost $30,000 to get our band to New York! Let’s raise money to lower the costs to travel to New York this May! Friday, April 4, 2025 4pm-10pm The Getaway Tavern 24309 56th Ave. W Mountlake...
March 17, 2025
2025 Summer Music Camps Around Puget Sound and Beyond

2025 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 TBD - July TBD Location: TBD https://www.edmonds.wednet.edu/programs-services/art-music-theater/music-dept/summer-music-school Brassapalooza August 4-8, 2025 Location: Lincoln...
March 17, 2025