Rollan L. Masciarelli

I am so sorry about the loss of the great Jefferson Morgan High School band director. Mr Masciarelli was such an inspiration to all of us in Jefferson,Pa. We think of him often and know that he is in heaven playing his horn for the angels.

Well, it’s been 15 years and your memory grows stronger— The dude was a wired cat, and he was placed in my early life to keep me focused on what matters these days —and thats family and music and peeps, that was Maz.

He was ahead of us all, Some would laughed at his ways, because they didn’t know, —how lazy of them ?

I’d be troubled to believe theres anyone teaching like him today —

I’m listening to Fingals Cave right now. if you know, you know

Roland was an inspiration and role model for as long as I knew him. I still think of him often.

Always thinking of you whenever I play my clarinet that you started me on many years ago

Rolland is still very much in my heart and mind as I move through the later years in life. He was an amazing teacher and incredible inspiration in my life. God Bless!

Its been 1 year since Maz passed away,I think about him everyday especially when I'm either practicing , at a rehearsal or performing. The times when I'm tired at a late night rehearsal I can hear him saying "Hey Waldman , look alive!
or "are you going to let him play better"!I actually carry a photo of him that I keep on the stand with my music,(With my DAD's) Its a good luck charm that does its magic!What a special teacher, friend,mentor, I was fortunate to be to play for him for the...

You know, I thought often about going to see Mazz for a long time...simply to say thanks and express love for his influence in my life...I never made it. This morning, several months after his passing, after a long night of composing, I had a wonderful, colorful conversation with him in a dream...such was his place in my life, teacher and protector of my dreams. He tended a fire that was in me, taught me it was ok to explore, be passionate and make mistakes learning new things. There is...

Maz was a rare great teacher who made a lasting difference. Some of my happiest times at WHS were in the Jazz Band. He taught us not just to make music better than any of us imagined we could, but that together – each of us pushing for our individual best -- could build something inspiring.

Mr. Maz’s infectious passion for jazz touched countless people. He lives through each of us when we make and appreciate the music he loved. A special person has passed. My condolences to...

Mr. Maz was truly a GREAT teacher and a GREAT musician. He pushed us to be the best that we could be. Not only did he make music fun, he included everyone and always made you feel that your contribution was valuable. He had a real love for music AND for his students. He certainly helped me attain my dream of becoming a professional musician. He touched so many of us in such a wonderful way. What a great legacy! "Dad", you'll always be with us!! My deepest condolences to the Masciarelli family.