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    MOREHEAD CITY, NORTH CAROLINA

    THE MARCHING PATRIOTS

    West Carteret Bands & Ensembles

    Since 1964 Building leaders through music, movement, and excellence.

    180+
    STUDENTS IN THE PROGRAM
    62+
    YEARS OF EXCELLENCE
    6+
    ACTIVE ENSEMBLES & GROUPS
    100%
    STUDENT GRADUATION RATE
    OUR ENSEMBLES

    Every Student Finds Their Stage

    West Carteret Marching Patriots

    Our premier competitive marching ensemble, performing at football games and competitions across the state.

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    Symphonic Band & Concert Band

    The core of our music education program, featuring multiple tiered bands focused on classical and contemporary concert literature.

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    JAZZ ENSEMBLE & JAZZ BAND

    There are two Jazz Bands at WCHS. These groups rehearse voluntarily during the 2nd semester, before or after school – depending on the ensemble. Students involved with the jazz program perform at both school concerts and often throughout the community at civic events, exploring swing, latin, funk, and modern jazz styles.

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    West Colorguard

    Combining dance, gymnastics, and equipment work to bring visual artistry to the marching band.

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    West Indoor Percussion

    A competitive winter ensemble that blends marching percussion with theatrical performance.

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    Middle School Feeder Programs

    Building the foundation for future Patriots in our local middle school band programs.

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    Upcoming Performances & Events

    16JUN

    Front & Battery

    WCHS

    Front at 4pm, Battery at 6pm.

    18JUN

    Color Guard

    WCHS

    Color Guard rehearsal.

    23JUN

    Front & Battery

    WCHS

    Front at 4pm, Battery at 6pm.

    25JUN

    Color Guard

    WCHS

    Color Guard rehearsal.

    30JUN

    Front & Battery

    WCHS

    Front at 4pm, Battery at 6pm.

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    West Bands and Ensembles

    "We believe every student who picks up an instrument, steps on the field, or spins a flag is developing something far more important than a performance skill. They are becoming leaders."

    Excellence on the Field

    Through rigorous practice and high expectations, our students learn the value of dedication and the pride of a world-class performance.

    Character in the Classroom

    Music education builds discipline, focus, and resilience that translates directly to academic success and lifelong learning.

    Community at the Core

    We are a family. Students learn to rely on each other, support their peers, and represent Carteret County with pride.

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    SINCE 1964.

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