Dominic J. Lombardo has led many bands to superior ratings at competitions over the years. His bands have earned superior ratings at the Catholic Band Directors' Festival and National Catholic Band Association Band Contest on numerous occasions. Additionally, his students have consistently earned superior solo and ensemble ratings of 3 to 1 compared to excellent and good ratings. Several of Mr. Lombardo's bands have marched in local parades over the years and performed for Archbishops of Chicago. In 2003, he was honored for 20 years of teaching at Mary, Seat of Wisdom School and 10 years at St. Eugene School.