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Curricular Bands

Each WVHS band ensemble is a graded curricular class that meets daily.  Each band class focuses on the study and performance of various styles of instrumental music through a variety of performing media, critical listening, and analysis. 

Each ensemble has the opportunity to survey music history, compositional technique, improvisation, careers in music, and experiences in electronic music technology. There is also a strong emphasis on the development of individual musicianship.

For more information, please read:
Music Department Handbook

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Contact Us!

Mr. Kevin T. Carroll
kevin_carroll@ipsd.org

Mr. Chris Dandeles
chris_dandeles@ipsd.org

Mr. Mark Duker
mark_duker@ipsd.org
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WIND ENSEMBLE (Periods 4 & 5)
Mr. Mark Duker

This auditioned ensemble offers the most advanced instrumental experience through study and performance of master works for winds and percussion. Due to the soloistic nature of part assignments, there is a strong emphasis on individual preparation and performance. The Wind Ensemble performs seasonal concerts and participates in state/district festivals and contests.

Notable honors:
  • 2018, 2017, 2011, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006 selected to the Illinois Superstate Band Festival
    • ​Named 2018 Honor Band for Class AAA
  • 2009 chamber groups selected to Allerton Chamber Music Symposium    
  • 2018, 2008 served as a rehearsal lab band at the Midwest Band Clinic
  • 2007 performed at the Music for All National Festival    
  • 2006 performed at the Illinois Music Educators Association State Convention

WIND SYMPHONY (Period 3)
Mr. Kevin Carroll

This auditioned ensemble provides sophisticated instrumental experiences through study and performance of master works for winds and percussion. Members are expected to advance their musicianship through completion of technique classes. The Wind Symphony performs seasonal concerts and participates in state/district festivals and contests.

SYMPHONIC BAND (Period 1)
Mr. Chris Dandeles

This ensemble includes band members in grades 9-12, and concentrates on challenging and sophisticated repertoire for winds and percussion. Members are expected to advance their individual musicianship through completion of technique classes and works for full band. Symphonic Winds performs all seasonal concerts, including Prism and the Fine Arts Festival.  Placement in Symphonic Winds is based auditions and benchmark performances. 

SYMPHONIC BAND
(Period 2)

Mr. Chris Dandeles

This ensemble includes band members in grades 10-12, and concentrates on challenging and appropriate repertoire for symphonic band. Members are expected to advance their musicianship through completion of technique classes. The Symphonic Band performs all seasonal concerts.  Membership in Symphonic Band does not require an audition.  Any student who has experience playing an instrument is encouraged to join this outstanding ensemble.

CONCERT BAND (Period 7)
Mr. Kevin Carroll & Mr. Chris Dandeles

This ensemble is comprised entirely of freshmen and performs core repertoire for winds and percussion. Students will have formative experiences in analysis and expressive performance. Members are expected to advance their musicianship through completion of technique classes.  The Concert Band performs all seasonal concerts.  Membership in Concert Band does not require an audition.

Co-Curricular Band Ensembles

The Waubonsie Valley Band Program is proud to offer a wide array of co-curricular opportunities, including the Marching Warriors, Warrior Pep Band, Jazz Band, Jazz Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, World Beat, and Solo & Ensemble.

To learn more about these ensembles please visit the following pages:

Marching Warriors
Warrior Pep Band
Jazz Groups
Percussion Ensemble
World Beat and Steelband
Solo & Ensemble

Contact Us


Waubonsie Valley High School
2590 Ogden Avenue
Aurora, IL 60504
630.375.3300
630.375.3648 fax


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