Mr. Joshua Brunger
A graduate of Midview High School in 1996 earned his Bachelor's in Music Education from Kent State University and Master's Degree from Walden University. Began his career as Music Director of James Ford Rhodes High School in the Cleveland Municipal School District, then went to the Firelands Local Schools, and finally back to his Alma Mater in the fall 2010. In 2018, he was inducted into the American School Band Directors Association. He has performed with: Patriots Symphonic Band, Oberlin Civic Winds, LCCC Orchestra, LCCC Civic Band, LCCC Jazz Band, The Swing City Big Band, and the Solid Brass of Lorain County.
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Ms. Rachel Besand
Ms. Rachel Besand, a graduate of Kenston Local Schools in Bainbridge, OH, she also holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumental Music Education from the University of Akron with plans to begin her Masters Degree in Instrumental Music Education. Ms. Besand has performed with “Ohio’s Pride” the University of Akron Marching Band, Symphonic Band, Concert Band, Flute Choir, and has performed in Assisi, Italy for the Suonare Flute and Guitar Festival. She was Vice President of Membership Education in Kappa Kappa Psi, National Honorary Band Service Fraternity, and served as President of the Northeastern Ohio Flute Association. A current resident of Lakewood, Ms. Besand loves to read, go on hikes in the metroparks, and play with her rescue dog, Blanche.
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Mission Statement
The Marching Blue endorses and is strongly supportive of the letter and spirit of the missions of the High School. In order to give substance and meaning to this statement, the Midview Marching Blue is an ambassador to the Midview School District and will be composed of dedicated and accomplished musicians striving for the highest levels of excellence in academics, discipline, and performance.
Dedication and intensity are the driving forces behind the Band Program. Dedication is demonstrated by each member’s commitment to making every rehearsal or performance superior to the one before. The band’s motto “Pride” embodies this ongoing pursuit for perfection. Intensity is generated when each individual gives his or her best towards the group’s goals. This creates cohesiveness and unity in the organization, which fortifies its strengths and broadens its capabilities from within.
The Marching Blue endorses and is strongly supportive of the letter and spirit of the missions of the High School. In order to give substance and meaning to this statement, the Midview Marching Blue is an ambassador to the Midview School District and will be composed of dedicated and accomplished musicians striving for the highest levels of excellence in academics, discipline, and performance.
Dedication and intensity are the driving forces behind the Band Program. Dedication is demonstrated by each member’s commitment to making every rehearsal or performance superior to the one before. The band’s motto “Pride” embodies this ongoing pursuit for perfection. Intensity is generated when each individual gives his or her best towards the group’s goals. This creates cohesiveness and unity in the organization, which fortifies its strengths and broadens its capabilities from within.
Previous Directors
2010 - Mr. Joshua Brunger
1985 - Mr. James Berlyoung
1968 - Mr. Edward Lichtenberg
1965 - Mr. Robert Bayless
1954 - Mr. Orley Gingery