Welcome to the music program at St. Charles North High School! 

Dear St. Charles North Music Families,

Welcome to the 2024-25 school year! As we kick off another exciting season of music at St. Charles North High School, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your continued support.

What is Friends of Music (FOM)? Friends of Music (FOM) is the parent support and booster organization for the music department at SCN. Our mission is to enhance the musical experience for our talented students by providing essential resources, organizing events, and fostering a vibrant musical community.

Your generous contributions directly impact our students’ musical journey. With your help, we can:

  • Fund Events: From concerts and competitions to workshops and masterclasses, your donations make it possible for our students to participate in enriching musical experiences.

  • Purchase Instruments and Equipment: We strive to provide top-notch instruments and equipment to enhance their learning and performance.

  • Support Scholarships: FOM awards scholarships to deserving students, ensuring that financial constraints don’t hinder their musical growth.

How You Can Help:

  1. Donate: Every dollar counts! Your tax-deductible donation will directly benefit our music program. Visit our donation page to contribute.

  2. Volunteer: Consider lending your time and expertise. Whether it’s helping at events, assisting with fundraisers, or joining a committee, your involvement makes a difference. Visit our volunteer page to learn more.

  3. Spread the Word: Share our mission with friends, family, and local businesses. Encourage them to support our music program too!

Honorary Donations: If you’d like to make a donation in honor of someone special, please indicate it during the donation process. We can also notify the honoree if you provide us with their contact information.

Thank you for being part of our musical family. Together, we can create harmonious moments that resonate for a lifetime.

Warm regards,

Tracy Richter, President, Friends of Music St. Charles North High School

 Upcoming Events

Monday 1/27 - Vertical Voices Choral Fest @ WMS 3pm to 6pm

Wednesday 1/29 to Saturday 2/1 - ILMEA All State Conference in Peoria

Tuesday 2/18 - Friends of Music monthly meeting 6:30pm

Wednesday 2/19 - Wind Ensemble and Thompson Bands in Concert 7pm

Thursday 2/20 - Winter Vocal Concert 7pm

Friday 2/21 - Chorale Concert with St. Charles Singers 7:30pm

Wednesday 2/26 - Concert Band, Symphonic Band & Wind Symphony Concert 7pm

Announcements

Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities!

Contact Tracy Richter at SCNFOMPresident@gmail.com for more information.

Parents can now donate through Pushcoin!

Pushcoin donations

Seeking Treasurer for the 25-26 school year!

Friends of Music is looking for a treasurer for the 25-26 school year! Opportunity exists to shadow the current treasurer! Email FOMtreasurer@gmail.com for more info.

Music Photos

Friends of Music is seeking photos from any SCN music event throughout the school year. Photos will be posted on our website. If you have any great photos to share, please email them to FOMcommunications@gmail.com.

ABOUT US

The Music Department at St. Charles North is comprised of hundreds of the most dedicated students in the school, expressing their artistry through one of more than 20 ensembles.

The Music Department at SCN depends on the generous support from our parents, faculty, administration, community, and the Friends of Music. Please consider volunteering at one of our many events or donating to support the program. Thank you!