Andrew Krieger of Fort Mill, South Carolina, has tragically died. Following the devastating news of Andrew Krieger’s untimely demise, the Catawba River Winds send their sincere sympathies to his family, friends, and coworkers. Krieger was the Assistant Director of Bands at Nation Ford High School. In addition to being a well-known personality in the field of music education, Andrew was a committed member of the Catawba River Winds, where he performed and directed. His love of music and his participation to the group have had a long-lasting effect on the neighborhood.
Everyone who had the honor of listening to Andrew’s performance could see how passionate and skilled he was as an oboe player with the Catawba River Winds. Throughout his career, he inspired innumerable students as a passionate educator, demonstrating his love of music beyond just performing. Andrew was an exceptional educator at Nation Ford High School, renowned for his capacity to engage kids and develop their musical abilities. Everyone who worked with him was inspired by his commitment to his students and the larger musical community.
As one of the Catawba River Winds’ host directors, Andrew was essential to the group’s success from the start. The band’s success was greatly influenced by his leadership, kindness, and openness. Those who collaborated with him appreciated his warmth, zeal, and dedication to spreading the love of music.
In addition to being a cherished member of the Catawba River Winds, Andrew Krieger will be remembered as a gifted performer and an outstanding educator. Although his demise creates a vacuum in the music industry, his influence will live on in the lives of those he taught and played music for. According to his coworkers, he was a tremendous delight to everyone around him, and everyone who knew him will miss him terribly.
University of South Carolina Bands Alumni group on Facebook mourns, “I am sad to learn that we have lost The University of South Carolina School of Music alumnus Andrew Krieger. Please join me in extending condolences to the Krieger family and to Andrew’s friends. We will share an obituary and plans for his services in this group as soon as they’re available.” _Jennifer Jablonski
His funeral plans and obituary will be announced by his family at later date.
