Southern Regional Performing Arts

What a beautiful day to send the Class of 2026 off!
A special congratulations to the members of the Southern Regional Marching Band :
You might be moving on and starting a new adventure, but know that you have left your mark on the Marching Band. You’ve all played an important role in the program and it’s thanks to your hard work and dedication that the Golden Rams Marching Band continues to thrive and grow!
We wish you and the rest of the class of 2026 all the best and remember….
Once a Ram, Always a Ram.

Thanks to Owen LaRocca, Mayor Henken and Stafford township for recognizing the SR Jazz Ensemble with a proclamation for winning TIA state championships and TIA Atlantic Coasts.

Congratulations to our fabulous and fierce Dragon, Mia Mastroianni, on her 2026 Paper Mill Playhouse Rising Star nomination for “Outstanding Solo Performance!” The Paper Mill Playhouse Rising Star Awards recognizes the artistry, dedication, and collaboration that bring New Jersey’s high school musical productions to life! ✨

We are incredibly proud to share that the Southern Regional Jazz Ensemble has been named Atlantic Coast Champions in Wildwood!

In addition to this outstanding achievement, the ensemble was also awarded Best Trumpets, and Christian Compitello was honored with a $10,000 scholarship from the Tournament Indoor Association.

These accomplishments reflect the dedication, talent, and hard work of our students, and we couldn’t be prouder of them.

We would also like to recognize and congratulate Lorenzo Marciante, Courtney Silvey, Connor Fossa, and Andrew Broadley for their participation in the All-Star Band—an incredible honor and well-deserved recognition of their musicianship.

Special thanks to the Stafford Police Department for providing a police es**rt home, and to our amazing families for the warm and enthusiastic welcome upon their return.

Don’t miss the final opportunity to hear our students perform—tomorrow at 3:00 PM at Java and Jazz in the 11/12 cafeteria, featuring all three district bands.

🎵 As we approach our spring concert season, we are incredibly proud to share that the Southern Regional Performing Arts Department has been recognized as one of the best communities for music education!

This honor is a direct reflection of our amazing students — the musicians who pour their hearts into every performance on the stage, on the field, and in the concert hall. It also belongs to our dedicated staff, our generous volunteers, our supportive families and administration, as well as a community that has always believed in the power of music education.

Below is a listing of our spring performances (all at 7pm in the HS Auditorium) -
HS Choir: Thursday, May 7th
District Strings: Thursday, May 14th
HS Band: Friday, May 15th
MS Choir & Band: Tuesday, May 19th
Dance & Theatre Showcase: Wednesday, May 27th

We are proud to share that the SR Wind Ensemble was invited to perform at the State Concert Band Gala this past weekend! It was an incredible honor to share the stage with some of the top bands in New Jersey.
Our students represented our program with professionalism, musicianship, and heart during their performance at William Paterson University. Opportunities like this highlight the dedication and talent of our ensemble, and we couldn’t be more proud of their hard work.

What an incredible stretch for the Southern Regional Jazz Ensemble!

Last Saturday, they performed for the first time at the National Jazz Festival in Philadelphia, and competed last night at Lawrence High School at the TIA State Championships.

The band became TIA Open Class State Champions with a score of 96.17! 🏆
Courtney Silvey and Samira Soni were awarded Best Soloist awards, and the trombones received a best section award.

Next up:
Friday, May 1st – TIA Atlantic Coast Championships at the Wildwood Convention Center

Sunday, May 3rd – Final performance at our annual Java & Jazz Concert (3 PM, 11/12 cafeteria)

Come out and support these musicians as they wrap up an amazing season!

Join The Southern Regional Indoor Programs on Tuesday 4/14/26 at 8:00pm in the 11/12 High School Gym to celebrate our seniors and see the final performances of the Indoor Drumline & Color Guard’s 2026 Programs!

Huge congratulations to Samira Soni, Liam McGinty, and Courtney Silvey for representing our program at the 2026 Rutgers University Honor Band Festival this past Sunday, March 22nd.

These outstanding musicians were selected to participate in this exciting and immersive event, where they rehearsed and performed alongside talented students from across the region. The day included large ensemble rehearsals, sectionals, and masterclasses led by Rutgers University’s renowned music faculty, culminating in a fantastic evening performance.

We are so proud of their hard work, dedication, and the way they represented our school. Bravo on this incredible achievement!

Congratulations to the Southern Regional High School Wind Ensemble on the incredible honor of being selected to perform at the State Concert Band Gala!

This prestigious event features only the top four bands from each region, making this achievement a true testament to their hard work, dedication, and musical excellence. Being chosen to represent their region at this level is something to be extremely proud of.

Congratulations again on this outstanding accomplishment