The Penncrest High School Roaring Lions Marching Band hails from Media, Pennsylvania, and consists of Woodwinds, Brass, Battery (Drumline), Front Ensemble (Pit) , and Colorguard.
The band performs regularly at Penncrest's home and away football games, parades in Media, PA, and band festivals in the region. The band has won numerous PA State Championships in both USBands and Tournament of Bands circuits. The Roaring Lions are under the direction of Craig Snyder.
The mission statement of the band reads: "We work as a supportive community to achieve music and marching success." The staff and student leaders use this guiding statement to create the annual goals and activities of the band. While the band strives for group success, we believe this starts with each and every individual in the program. Developing and maintaining a welcoming, inclusive yet demanding culture is the first step to success on and off the field. Through participation in the Penncrest band, students gain crucial skills such as: being on time, time management, communication, goal completion, teamwork, creative problem solving, compassion for and acceptance of others, and the fact that attitude is everything!
In order to perform its best at football games, parades, and competitions, the Marching Band continues to practice in the form of Wednesday evening practices (4-7 PM), 90-minute weekly section practices.
The Marching Band season is the Band's busiest season, and therefore, benefits greatly from volunteer assistance. Please click below to see current volunteer opportunities.
2024 Field Show:
The Piano Man
Step into the world of Billy Joel as the Penncrest Roaring Lions present " The Piano Man. " This captivating show kicks off with the explosive energy of " We Didn't Start the Fire, " followed by the soulful and reflective " Piano Man. " The momentum builds with the spirited " My Life " and the rebellious charm of " Only the Good Die Young. " The emotional depth of " Air (Dublinesque) " offers a moment of reflection before we close with the timeless love ballad " Just the Way You Are. " Immerse yourself in the unforgettable music and spirit of Billy Joel as we bring his classics to life on the field!
Drum Majors: Kegan Clarke, Grace Sanford
Marching Band Director: John Paul Kuhar
Percussion Coordinator: John Paul Kuhar
Drill Design and Visual Coordinator: Tyler Propfe
Colorguard Coordinator: Leighann Keegan
Front Ensemble Coordinator: David Hearn
Battery Coordinator: Tim Keegan
Winds and Visual Technician: Bailey Karst
Colorguard Technician: Kimberly Santa
Colorguard Technician: Megan Karwoski