Fine Arts Report – October 2010
Band – Ms. Risa Hsu, Director
On September 25th, the Dakota Marching Band participated in a MSBOA competition at CVHS and took 1st Place in their division.
On September 12th, the marching band and color guard participated in the Good Ol’ Days Parade in Richmond.
On Wednesday, October 13th the band and guard will be participating in the MSBOA Marching Band Festival at Sterling Heights High School where they are judged against specific standards and receive a rating based on their performance.
October 28th will be the combined band/choir Collage Concert here at Dakota. This was a big hit last year. This performance includes Concert Band, Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble and Jazz Band.
Dakota Marching Band will be participating for the third straight year in the Detroit Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Fundraiser: Abuelo’s Dinner Night Out on Wednesday, October 21st from 4-9pm. With a coupon, the band will receive 20% of the food and beverage sales.
Fundraiser: Dooley’s on Saturday, November 6th. With a coupon, 30% of food and beverages will go to the band.
Up-to-date information on band can be found at www.dakotabands.com .
Choir – Mr. Todd Moses, Director
Up-to-date information on choir can be found at www.dakotachoir.com .
Respectfully Submitted
Doug Sayles – DHS Boosters Fine Arts Trustee