The Montour Band originated in the 1939-1940 school year at Robinson High School.  The Band was first directed by Fred Graff, followed by Jack Purcell, and then Jack Santa Lucia.

In 1949, Joseph Picchi became the director of the band, which had only 17 members.  In order to raise the money needed for instruments, the band doubled as the Moon Run Volunteer Firemen’s Band.  In 1957, a jointure between Robinson High School, Ingram, Kennedy, and Thornburg created Montour High School.  In 1960, the school moved to its new building here on the hilltop.  The band continued to grow under the direction of Mr. Picchi, and was nicknamed, “The Marching Millions”, which carried on into the ‘80’s.  In the spring of 1983, Mr. Picchi retired. 

Band directors to follow Mr. Picchi included:  Clem Rolin - 1983-1990, Allen (Rusty) Pontiere - 1990-1992, Ron DePascale - 1992-1997, Drew Podnar - 1997-1999 (missing from photo), Jeff Lucas - 1999-2003, Tim Lucas - 2003-2006 (missing from photo), and our present director Cyndi Mancini - 2007-present (missing from photo).

During the 37 years under the direction of Mr. Picchi, the Montour band grew to more than 200 members and developed the pride, reputation and work ethic that continues to be demonstrated by the members to this day.  Mr. Picchi passed away in January of 2003, but will be fondly remembered by musicians and squad members for many years to come.