34TH ANNUAL FUQUAY-VARINA FESTIVAL OF BANDS
October 21st, 2023
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.
Contact Band Director Matt Edwards at mfedwards@wcpss.net for more information
2023 INFORMATION
2023 PARTICIPATING BANDS
Apex High School
James B. Hunt High School
Knightdale High School
Middle Creek High School
Millbrook High School
New Bern High School
Northwood High School
Orange High School
Roanoke Rapids High School
Sanderson High School
Southeast Guilford High School
Wakefield High School
West Johnston High School
Wheatmore High School
2023 JUDGING PANEL
Music Performance Individual - Andrew Craft
Music Performance Ensemble - Sean Smith
Visual Performance - Matthew Townsend
Music Effect - Scott Gordon
Visual Effect - Brett Owens
Color Guard - Ava Frankel
Percussion - Dr. Jesse Willis
Chief Judge - Richard Holmes