Performing Ensembles
Wind EnsembleThe Wind Ensemble is the most advanced band class at Davie High School, with membership granted by audition only. It is expected that participants are enrolled in the course for the entire year, that they are serious about music, and that they will practice as needed outside of class in order to perform successfully. Students enrolled in this course are encouraged to study privately throughout the year and audition for regional honor bands. The Wind Ensemble performs a wide variety of literature, from relatively simple standards to works for collegiate ensembles. The Wind Ensemble rehearses every day for one period (block) and performs several concerts throughout the year including State Festival in March.
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Symphonic BandThe Symphonic Band is the intermediate level band class at Davie High School, with membership granted by director approval only. It is expected that participants are enrolled in the course for the entire year, that they are serious about music, and that they will practice as needed outside of class in order to perform successfully. The Symphonic Band performs a wide variety of literature, from relatively simple standards to works for proficient high school groups. The Symphonic Band rehearses every day for one period (block) and performs several concerts throughout the year including State Festival.
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Concert BandThe Concert Band is open to all students who have successfully completed at least two years of middle school band. Students who do not meet this criterion should contact the band director to arrange an audition. It is expected that participants are enrolled in the course for the entire year, that they are serious about music, and that they will practice as needed outside of class in order to perform successfully. The Concert Band meets every day for one period (block) and performs several concerts throughout the year. Students may audition for Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble in December of their freshman year.
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War Eagle RegimentThe Marching Band is the heart and soul of Davie High school spirit. We work hard each week to promote War Eagle pride at varsity football games to ensure each game night is filled with energy and fun.
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Jazz EnsembleThe Davie High Jazz Ensemble is an ensemble open by audition only to all Wind Ensemble students. The Jazz Band hosts the annual Jazz and Small Ensemble Concert in May which is an evening of music and a dessert buffet, including wonderful desserts prepared by some of the finest bakers and chefs in Davie County.
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Chamber EnsemblesAt Davie County High School we offer the opportunity for students to create and perform in small ensembles such as, Saxophone Quartet, Clarinet Choir, Brass Quintet, and Percussion Ensemble. Many of these groups are student-lead and perform at our district Solo and Ensemble Festival as well as our Year-End Band Concert in May.
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