SME Lancer Bands

08/30/2026

Proud of Lancer Jazz FRESHMAN Eli Janzen, who was invited to perform with KC’s amazing Kansas City Jazz Orchestra, as part of their Spotlight: Charlie Parker celebration tonight at the historic The Folly Theater. Eli took the stage with KC’s best, including Grammy-award winning jazz legend Bobby Watson. We are proud of you!!

08/22/2026

Today is the day! Come get your car washed at Shawnee Mission East off Mission Road and 75th St. from 8 AM to noon and support the band!

08/06/2026

Students! This is a great opportunity in our community. See the link for more info.

07/04/2026

07/02/2026

Our Hotel for our stay in Rome for the Rome Parade is the Precise House Mantegna, just south of the city center in a quiet neighborhood. It has been recently renovated — large rooms (for Europe!) dedicated meeting spaces, secure instrument/equipment storage, and amazing food!

06/29/2026

Make sure you follow along this week for some sneak previews from the Rome Site Inspection tour! We will preview the parade route, indoor/outdoor performance venues, and meet our amazing hosts from the Rome Parade!

12/31/2025

Alumni night coming up Jan 9th, we’d love to see you!!

11/14/2025

World-Renowned Saxophonist and Educator Adam Larson commissions original jazz composition for the SME Blue Knights! Coming this Spring.

11/11/2025

Submit forms to a director or the tray next to the band office. Starnes and Shubra are available for questions