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The virtual election meeting is scheduled for Thursday, April 28th at 7:30. We are seeking out any members interested in running for the Band Boosters Board. Contact Sylvia Rios at president@thunderband.org to nominate a candidate (even yourself!) for any board position. Current Candidate Bios: Elizabeth Stanbridge for President Chanelle DeGraff for Vice President Amy Brown …

DVBB Virtual Election Thur 28 April – see Candidate Bios – Updated 4/27 Read More »

After a two-year hiatus, the Curry Music Camp is back! We have been working diligently to innovate the camp while also keeping the memorable traditions and important musical experiences alive! The biggest change you will see is that now, Curry is a series of shorter camps. We know students are busier than ever with many choices …

Curry Music Camps this Summer Read More »

Go to https://thunderband.org/marching-band/band-council-applications/ for 2022-23 Application information.

A new camp is being offered at ASU this summer. The ASU Performing Arts Camp will allow high school and college transfers to get a peek into life as a music, dance or theatre major. Held on the beautiful Tempe campus June 5 – 10, 2022, campers will engage in creative and collaborative opportunities, explore …

ASU Performing Arts Camp June 5 – 10 Read More »

Senior Applicants for the Fine Arts Seal, Please complete the Extracurricular Log Sheet and turn in to Mr. Thye by March 28th. – Students must complete 60 hours of Arts Extracurricular Activities for 2021-22. – To verify arts extracurricular activities, complete this log sheet for each activity.  – Extracurricular hours can include marching band competitions, …

Senior Students – Fine Arts Seal Applicants Read More »

Thank you to EVERYONE who auditioned. I am humbled at the amount of time and preparation that was evident in every audition that I heard. This program is as strong as it is because of you all. Please keep it up – your hard work is an example for the entire program. Thank you for …

Congratulations New Members 2022-2023 DV Wind Ensemble Read More »

146 Musicians qualified to participate in the 2022 North Central Region Honor Band, with 29 Alternates. Of the 175 musicians, 40 are from Desert Vista! NC Region Band RESULTS 2022 Please check the 2022 Regional Rehearsal & Performance Schedule and verify with Mr Thye that you are able to attend ALL rehearsals at Camelback High …

Congratulations to the 2022 Regional Band Qualifiers! Read More »

Grand Canyon University is hosting a mock audition on GCU’s campus for the upcoming ABODA/AMEA Region Band Festival.  Students will be able to come to campus, audition for GCU faculty, and receive feedback based on their mock audition.  The goal is to give students as “real” of an experience as possible, before they audition for …

Mock Audition Jan 17 for Region Band Festival Read More »

Our Winter Concert will be held this Friday, December 10, 2021 at 7:00 PM in the DV Auditorium! Come enjoy your favorite holiday tunes played by your own Desert Vista bands! Download Program

DV MB Photo Fundraiser Time Is Here Again! Support the band by purchasing your full MB and Class of 2022 photos, taken by our own DV Media Team! Limited Time Offer – Order Soon! Ships directly to you https://photostore.thunderband.org/2021mbphotoday/ All proceeds go to the DV Band Programs