"The Joliet Township High School Band was organized in 1912. Equipment included twelve second-hand
instruments and nail kegs for chairs. The first home the band knew was a manual training room at the school.
From this humble beginning, the band gradually rose to international prominence"

As we look ahead to the 100th year anniversary of the JT Bands in 2012 it is fitting that we also look back to
better understand and savor our band's fascinating history.  A history and tradition of music excellence
that is rare and accompanied by the ongoing sense of pride that all JTHS band alumni share.
A tradition that remains strong and ever-present today as current JT band members add new chapters.

It is important to note that this page, the "History of JTHS Bands" remains under construction at this time.

That said, we are pleased to be able to begin our history section with a study written by Dr. Jeff Kluball
entitled - "Archie Raymond McAllister and the Development of the Joliet Township High School Band".
The study was written in August, 1990 and has been scanned from the original pages into PDF format.
Dr. Jeff Kluball is the Associate Professor of Music - Director at Darton College (www.darton.edu)
His contact information is available on the faculty directory - www.darton.edu/fac_staff/directory.php

The JTHSBAA board extends its sincere gratitude to Dr. Kluball for granting permission to post his study.