Congratulations to our WCS band program for the incredible achievement of finishing 3rd in the year-long state band competition held in Waco!
After earning 47 superior and excellent ratings at the solo and ensemble competition in February, our band program earned two superior and one excellent rating at the final large ensemble competition in March.
Here’s what some of our Wildcats band members had to say about the experience:
Penny W. – 7th Grade
“I loved being given the opportunity to go to this competition and bond with other Wildcats over something that we enjoy doing. Preparing for this competition allowed me the chance to get to know other students better, especially the high schoolers that we performed with. They made sure we felt included throughout the process.
It was nice hearing the opinions from the various conductors and directors who came in and helped us prior to the competition.
Competing in the beginning was a bit nerve-wracking, but being in the competition room and hearing everyone playing made me feel calmer and more comfortable. Overall, it was an amazing experience.”
Kaitlyn Marley – 10th Grade
“It was really fun, and it was a great way to build community with other Wildcats. And, I felt closer to other band members after the trip. Everyone was so supportive and honest with each other, and it really felt like a family.
I am extremely proud of our accomplishments, because regardless of placements God blessed us with the chance to compete, took away all of our anxiety, and gave us a reward for going out there and giving our best.”
Evelyn Carr – 10th Grade
“It was nice to have a band director and judge come critique us prior to the competition. This competition was meaningful because we were allowed the opportunity to just play for fun and just fellowship. Mr. Ward really helped us be the best we can be and pushed us to perform our best no matter what.”
We are incredibly proud of our WCS band program and their outstanding achievement!