Director of Bands: Mrs. Avery Butler
abutler4@wcpss.net | 919-557-2511 x 23852
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37th Annual Festival of Bands
October 17th, 2026
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Festival of Bands 2026 Band Registration
Thank you for your interest in this year’s Festival of Bands.
Fuquay Varina High School is proud to host one of the state’s longest-running marching band competitions. We understand that the events you attend have an important influence on your program and we strive to present an event that provides quality critique for your ensemble and staff, efficient logistics so you and your students can focus on giving your best performance and gracious hospitality for staff, spectators and students alike.
2025 JUDGING PANEL
2025 JUDGING PANEL
Chief Judge- Matthew Pellas
Music Ensemble Performance - Tim Hamilton
Music Individual Performance - Hayes Dunlevy
Visual Performance - Matt Townsend
Music Effect - Chris Satterfield
Visual Effect - Ken Martinson
Color Guard - Travis Speice
Percussion - Mark Cole
Timing and Penaltie - Paul Siegler
2025 PARTICIPATING BANDS
Holly Springs High School
Orange high School
Felton Grove High School
C. E. Jordan High School
Seaforth High School
Apex High School
Sanderson High School
Millbrook High School
Wheatmore High School
Northwood High School
Enlow High School
Northern Nash High School
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