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2020 All-County Concert Band
Congratulations to our following band members for earning a spot in the 2020 All-County Concert Band
***There is a $10 Clinic Fee - Make Checks out to West Rowan High School Band Boosters***
Click HERE for the Full Listing
Chloe - Clarinet 11
Jude - Alto Saxophone 4
Johne - Trumpet 4
Daniel - Horn 3
JJ - Trombone 1
Tyler - Trombone 4
Nicholas - Trombone 5
Dylan - Euphonium 1
Mark - Euphonium 2
Kaden - Bass
Rayne - Mallets 1
Clinic Information:
February 28-29, Salisbury HS
Concert: 1pm (Saturday)
Congratulations to our following band members for earning a spot in the 2020 All-County Concert Band
***There is a $10 Clinic Fee - Make Checks out to West Rowan High School Band Boosters***
Click HERE for the Full Listing
Chloe - Clarinet 11
Jude - Alto Saxophone 4
Johne - Trumpet 4
Daniel - Horn 3
JJ - Trombone 1
Tyler - Trombone 4
Nicholas - Trombone 5
Dylan - Euphonium 1
Mark - Euphonium 2
Kaden - Bass
Rayne - Mallets 1
Clinic Information:
February 28-29, Salisbury HS
Concert: 1pm (Saturday)
2020 South Central All-District Band
Congratulations to JJ for earning a spot in the 2020 Senior High School (11/12) All-District Band for the South Central District! This year's clinician for the Senior High School Band was Dr. Peter Loel Boonshaft from Hofstra University. The FREE concert was Saturday, January 25 in the Stuart W. Cramer High School Auditorium. |
WRHS Students Selected for UNC-Wilmington Honor Band
The first weekend in December always plays host to the UNCW Honor Band Clinic. This year, RSS had 21 students selected from 4 different schools, including 7 from West Rowan: JJ (trombone), Emily (Clarinet), Jaden (Tuba), Tyler (trombone), Rayne (percussion), Johne (trumpet) and Dylan (euphonium). Students rehearsed under UNCW director Dr. Talanca and Mr. Sean Smith, director at AC Reynolds HS. Congratulations to these students on a job well done! |
"Senior Falcons Shine at Winthrop University"
The 39th Annual Winthrop Invitational Band Clinic concluded (Saturday, Nov. 23) with a concert in the Lois Rhame West Health, Physical Education, and Wellness Center. Congratulations to two of our seniors (JJ & Dylan) for being selected to represent WRHS this year! |
Marching Falcons Honor 10 Students at Senior Night
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WRHS "Marching Falcons" on Homecoming Court!
The 2019 WRHS Homecoming was held on Friday, October 18th. Congratulations to Jude Smeltzer (Saxophone) and Brandon Richmond (Trombone) who were selected to be a part of the 2019 WRHS Homecoming Court. Jude was a Junior representative while Brandon Richmond was a member of the senior court. Special congratulations to Brandon who was elected as the 2019 WRHS Homecoming KING! |
"Absolutely Stunning" Marching Falcons stun the crowd at the Preview Show!
On Saturday, September 21st, the "Marching Falcons" participated in the 2019 Rowan County Marching Band Preview. The afternoon began with masterclasses from collegiate faculty and professional musicians working with students around campus. The national anthem was performed by a mixed brass ensemble, each school performed their half-time show, and the evening concluded with a mass performance of "America." Great job to ALL of our band students! |
2019 " 8th Grade Invitational" Was a Huge Success!
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WRHS Performs Anthem for the 2019 Woodleaf Tomato Festival
On Saturday, August 17th, Evelyn, Johne, Austin, Daniel, Brandon, JJ, Dylan, Jude, Charlie, Chloe and Madison provided the national anthem for the annual Woodleaf Tomato Festival held at Unity Presbyterian Church. The festival features local music groups, dancers, arts, crafts, vendors, food and all manner of tomatoes, tomato recipes, tomato queens, tomato eating contests and much more! If you missed it, be sure to come out next year! |

2019 Band Camp Ends with a Successful Show!
The 2019 season began in mid July with a week of sectionals and staff retreat and then
a week of full band rehearsal. We wrapped up our two weeks of work with our annual
Band Camp Preview where students showcased musical, visual techniques, and
samples from this years show!
It's going to be a great season! Be sure to come check them out in person!
WRHS Brass Alumni and Friends Play for 2019 Graduation
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Graduation Ceremony: Congratulations Class of 2019!
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WRHS Brass Quintet Performs for Rowan Arts & Ag Tour
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RSS Bands Provide Music for Armed Forces Day Ceremony
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WRHS Brass Quintet Performs for West Rowan Elementary
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WRHS Students Participate in NC Brass Band Masterclasses
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West Rowan Symphonic Band Earns "Excellent" at MPA
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5 WRHS Students Perform with First All-County Jazz Band
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WRHS Students Perform with 2019 All-County Honor Band
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RSS Band Students Perform with UNCG Carolina Band Festival
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West Rowan Students Featured with Salisbury Symphony
On January 27th, three WRHS students had the opportunity to perform with the Salisbury Symphony on their "Stars!" Concert. Abe Long, JJ Giddings and Dylan Lord performed on the concert opener - music from the new Star Trek. Later, JJ and Dylan performed as featured soloists on Vivaldi's Concerto for Two Horns. They are pictured here with the three soloists from East Rowan along with Dr. David Hagy, Conductor of the Salisbury Symphony! Great job by everyone!
WRHS Students Selected for UNC-Charlotte Honor Band
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WRHS Students Selected for UNC-Wilmington Honor Band
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"Marching Falcons" March in 2018 'Tis the Season Parade
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