Fundraiser Orders Due Wednesday, 9/13!
The students have been doing a great job with the fundraiser - our estimated profit based on current sales is $15,000! This is great, but still a bit short of our goal of $20,000. A final push from each seller would certainly put us over the top. Donations are also welcome, of course! In class on Friday, we gave out the Final Order Summary. This important piece of paper is where you need to record your order and do the math to insure the correct amount of money is sent in. You can download an interactive Excel version of the order summary here. This will do all the math for you! Even if you did not participate, please fill out and sign the Final Order Summary so we know that your order was not just omitted. To recap, this is what needs to come in on Wednesday, September 13th:
The students have been doing a great job with the fundraiser - our estimated profit based on current sales is $15,000! This is great, but still a bit short of our goal of $20,000. A final push from each seller would certainly put us over the top. Donations are also welcome, of course! In class on Friday, we gave out the Final Order Summary. This important piece of paper is where you need to record your order and do the math to insure the correct amount of money is sent in. You can download an interactive Excel version of the order summary here. This will do all the math for you! Even if you did not participate, please fill out and sign the Final Order Summary so we know that your order was not just omitted. To recap, this is what needs to come in on Wednesday, September 13th:
- The Final Order Summary, completely filled out and signed.
- The order brochure (you will receive this back on delivery day).
- Payment for all orders, in the official school money collection envelope.
Band Fundraiser Has Started!
Fundraising materials were sent home with all band students on Friday, August 18th. This one fundraiser has consistently raised over $20,000 year for the band, which meets our needs and helps us provide a quality experience for all students. Click here to read more details on the fundraiser page. Important dates:
Thanks for supporting the band!
Fundraising materials were sent home with all band students on Friday, August 18th. This one fundraiser has consistently raised over $20,000 year for the band, which meets our needs and helps us provide a quality experience for all students. Click here to read more details on the fundraiser page. Important dates:
- September 13th - all orders and money due.
- October 25th - tentative delivery day.
Thanks for supporting the band!
Welcome to All New 6th Grade Band Members!
Band is alive and well at Dodgen, with a new 6th grade class of over 120 students! Your directors are very much looking forward to working with you over the next three years as we explore new skills, present amazing performances, and make lifelong friends!
A letter was distributed on Friday with information about our next steps. Parents, if you have not seen it yet, ask your child and/or download it below. The week of August 7th we will determine final instrument selections, and learn class procedures and music reading skills. Your child will come home with a packet of information on the day they see Mr. Jeffres for their instrument fitting. After this, you can rent or buy your band instrument. The week of August 14th we will start with instruments! There are also a few things listed for parents to do, mainly on the Forms Page of this website. Please read the letter thoroughly, so you have a clear idea of what's coming next.
Click here to download the letter that was distributed in class on Friday, August 4th.
If you have any special concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us. Welcome to the band!!
A letter was distributed on Friday with information about our next steps. Parents, if you have not seen it yet, ask your child and/or download it below. The week of August 7th we will determine final instrument selections, and learn class procedures and music reading skills. Your child will come home with a packet of information on the day they see Mr. Jeffres for their instrument fitting. After this, you can rent or buy your band instrument. The week of August 14th we will start with instruments! There are also a few things listed for parents to do, mainly on the Forms Page of this website. Please read the letter thoroughly, so you have a clear idea of what's coming next.
Click here to download the letter that was distributed in class on Friday, August 4th.
If you have any special concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us. Welcome to the band!!
Welcome New and Returning Band Students!
The Dodgen Band has big plans to make 2017-2018 the best year ever! Whether you are new to the band or returning, we have many performances, events and opportunities in store that will lead to amazing memories!
6th Grade Students
We are very excited to welcome you to the Dodgen Band! With 14 different instruments, we are sure to find the perfect match for you, so you can learn your instrument easily with long-term success! You will have a great time with both new and old friends as you learn to perform in band. We have a long tradition of excellence, with many awards for the entire group, as well as many students receiving individual honors on local and state levels! Please take a moment to visit our 6th Grade Info Section. There you will find lots of detailed information, and answers to most questions.
Returning Students
On the first day of school, bring your instrument and band book, so we can hit the ground running! Now is the perfect time to make sure everything works on your instrument, and take it in for maintenance if necessary. Below are some special considerations for each grade level:
7th Grade - You will need Essential Elements Book 2 for your instrument. You have additional opportunities this year, such as joining an extracurricular ensemble, and trying out for Honor Band or All State! We will explain these activities and have sign-up forms ready during the first week of school.
8th Grade - You will continue to use the same book as last year, Essential Elements Book 2. Ensemble membership is open to everyone, whether you participated last year or not! We are also in the process of finalizing details for our Disney Trip! Once everything is set, we will send home information and sign-up instructions!
The Dodgen Band has big plans to make 2017-2018 the best year ever! Whether you are new to the band or returning, we have many performances, events and opportunities in store that will lead to amazing memories!
6th Grade Students
We are very excited to welcome you to the Dodgen Band! With 14 different instruments, we are sure to find the perfect match for you, so you can learn your instrument easily with long-term success! You will have a great time with both new and old friends as you learn to perform in band. We have a long tradition of excellence, with many awards for the entire group, as well as many students receiving individual honors on local and state levels! Please take a moment to visit our 6th Grade Info Section. There you will find lots of detailed information, and answers to most questions.
Returning Students
On the first day of school, bring your instrument and band book, so we can hit the ground running! Now is the perfect time to make sure everything works on your instrument, and take it in for maintenance if necessary. Below are some special considerations for each grade level:
7th Grade - You will need Essential Elements Book 2 for your instrument. You have additional opportunities this year, such as joining an extracurricular ensemble, and trying out for Honor Band or All State! We will explain these activities and have sign-up forms ready during the first week of school.
8th Grade - You will continue to use the same book as last year, Essential Elements Book 2. Ensemble membership is open to everyone, whether you participated last year or not! We are also in the process of finalizing details for our Disney Trip! Once everything is set, we will send home information and sign-up instructions!
Concert Season is Here!
Late April and early May are prime time for Dodgen Band performances! Each grade level has a concert, as well as the Ensemble Showcase, Jazz Band Performance Evaluation, and community performances by Dodgen Pops! Please use the links below to confirm your child's participation or volunteer to help! Also, for the three grade level concerts, the little blue ice cream truck will be available afterwards. We are able to offer each band member one frozen treat free of charge! Additional items are available for purchase as well.
Late April and early May are prime time for Dodgen Band performances! Each grade level has a concert, as well as the Ensemble Showcase, Jazz Band Performance Evaluation, and community performances by Dodgen Pops! Please use the links below to confirm your child's participation or volunteer to help! Also, for the three grade level concerts, the little blue ice cream truck will be available afterwards. We are able to offer each band member one frozen treat free of charge! Additional items are available for purchase as well.
April 27th
Ensemble Showcase Concert Confirmation
Ensemble Showcase Concert Volunteer (we need several)
May 1
6th Grade Concert Confirmation
6th Grade Concert Volunteer
May 2nd
7th Grade Concert Confirmation
7th Grade Concert Volunteer
May 3rd
8th Grade Concert Confirmation
8th Grade Concert Volunteer
April 28th and May 6th
Jazz Band Evaluation and Taste of East Cobb
Dodgen Pops Auditions for Next Year
The Dodgen Pops is an auditioned group that performs throughout our community. We will be having auditions for next year's group starting May 4th. All 6th and 7th graders are welcome to read more and sign up here!
Ensemble Showcase Concert Confirmation
Ensemble Showcase Concert Volunteer (we need several)
May 1
6th Grade Concert Confirmation
6th Grade Concert Volunteer
May 2nd
7th Grade Concert Confirmation
7th Grade Concert Volunteer
May 3rd
8th Grade Concert Confirmation
8th Grade Concert Volunteer
April 28th and May 6th
Jazz Band Evaluation and Taste of East Cobb
Dodgen Pops Auditions for Next Year
The Dodgen Pops is an auditioned group that performs throughout our community. We will be having auditions for next year's group starting May 4th. All 6th and 7th graders are welcome to read more and sign up here!
Disney Performance 2017
Our 8th grade band put on a spectacular performance at Disney Springs in Walt Disney World on February 2nd! After that, they enjoyed visiting Epcot, The Magic Kingdom, and Hollywood Studios! The trip went smoothly, and everyone had a great time. This could not have happened without the hard work of our amazing chaperone team, and the cooperation and good attitudes of all of our students. We are very proud of them, and look forward to hearing about all the great band trips they take as part of the Walton and Pope High School bands!
Click Here for Gallery
Click Here for Concert Video
Our 8th grade band put on a spectacular performance at Disney Springs in Walt Disney World on February 2nd! After that, they enjoyed visiting Epcot, The Magic Kingdom, and Hollywood Studios! The trip went smoothly, and everyone had a great time. This could not have happened without the hard work of our amazing chaperone team, and the cooperation and good attitudes of all of our students. We are very proud of them, and look forward to hearing about all the great band trips they take as part of the Walton and Pope High School bands!
Click Here for Gallery
Click Here for Concert Video
Welcome to Second Semester!
We hope everyone had a great break from school, and is ready for an exciting second semester! In many ways, the first semester lays the groundwork for all the activities and events of second semester. Here are a few highlights:
We hope everyone had a great break from school, and is ready for an exciting second semester! In many ways, the first semester lays the groundwork for all the activities and events of second semester. Here are a few highlights:
- Ensembles - Sign up for second semester ensembles HERE. All groups except for Dodgen Pops and Jazz Band start fresh second semester, and can accept new students!
- Disney Trip - We are on the home stretch for our Disney performance, with the preview concert January 19th, and the actual trip February 1-4. Updates will be posted on the Disney Page.
- LGPE - The GMEA Large Group Performance Evaluation is a big focus for 7th and 8th grade band. This evaluated performace at McEachern High School will be the week of March 20-24.
Concert Season Recap!
We had a very successful string of concerts, in which the hard work the students put forth in class each day is shared with family, friends and community. Recordings have just been posted! Feel free to download any recordings you wish, and share with family and friends who were not able to attend.
Some concerts also have photos available - check out our photo page to see! The password has been distributed on Edmodo and by email.
Some concerts also have photos available - check out our photo page to see! The password has been distributed on Edmodo and by email.
Pope & Walton 8th Grade
Band Nights a Huge Success!
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On October 14th, the Dodgen Band attended football games for Pope and Walton high schools, of which Dodgen is a feeder school. All students had a great time performing alongside their future bands and represented their community well.
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East Cobb New Horizons Band Performs
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6th Grade Band Students Attend Guest Trombonists Recital!
On September 13th, Dodgen 6th grade band students attended a recital feature Mike DeSousa, trombonist of the world-reknowned Glenn Miller Orchestra, and Devin Witt, a music major from Kennesaw State University. The students were all phenomenal audience members and had an abundance of thoughtful questions to ask our guest music major and profession musician about what they do. Even Mr. Westphal jumped in and played some trios with our guests. On October 17th, ALL Dodgen students will see performances by the New Horizons Band conducted by retired Dodgen band director Dr. Jackson and on November 6th, Mr. Jeffres and Mr. Westphal will perform a Veteran's Day concert with the Cobb Wind Symphony at 3pm in the Lassiter Concert Hall. All these performances serve as a reminder to our kids that you can make music for a lifetime!!! 
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