February 10-14

MONDAY: Concert Band Rehearsal 2:30-3:30 |

JV Guard Practice 5-8

TUESDAY: Concert Band Rehearsal 2:30-3:30 | Curriculum Night | Winter Drumline Rehearsal 6:30-9:30

WEDNESDAY: Pre-Festival Concert |

Varsity Winter Guard Rehearsal 6-9

THURSDAY: Winter Drumline Rehearsal 6:30-9:30

FRIDAY: 1/2 Day of School! | Happy Valentines Day!

SATURDAY: JV Guard Practice 10-2 | Varsity Guard Rehearsal 3-9

SUNDAY: Deadline to Register for Detroit Metropolitan Open House

February 22 - Winter Guard Flint Regional Competition

February 22 - Detroit Metropolitan Open House 9:30-12

February 23 - Winter Guard Competition @ Lake Orion

February 26 - Parent Teacher Conferences 5:30-8

February 27 - Parent Teacher Conferences 5:30-8

February 28 - Half Day of School

March 1 - Winter Guard Competition @ Troy-Athens

March 5 - Marching Band Informational Meeting 6:30

March 7 - District Band and Orchestra Festival

March 8 - Winter Drumline Competition @ Lakeland

March 10 - Marching Band Leadership Meeting 2:30-4

March 15 - State Solo and Ensemble

March 16 - Winter Guard Competition @ Stoney Creek

March 21 - Last Day before Spring Break

Purchase your tickets HERE for the incredible Broadway version of the Newsies presented by the Dakota High School Performing Arts Department!

We have 3 final performances left! Tonight @ 7 and Tomorrow @ 1 pm and 7 pm

See you there!

On Wednesday, February 12th, there will be a concert featuring the Dakota, Seneca, and Iroquois band programs as they prepare for Festival. The Dakota Band call times and performance times are listed below:

Concert Band - Call Time (attendance) - 5:15 pm | Performance Time - 6:00 pm

Symphonic Band - Call Time (attendance) - 5:45 pm | Performance Time - 6:30 pm

Wind Ensemble - Call Time (attendance) - 7:15 pm | Performance - 8:00 pm

The middle school groups will perform between the Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble.

Because of the staggered call times and different expectations for each ensemble, Concert Band and Symphonic Band will not be required to stay for the duration of the concert. When students are done performing, they may go home.

Concert attire is concert uniforms and all necessary accessories.

This concert is free to all audience members! More details will be shared with students in class.

Detroit Metropolitan Youth Symphony

is hosting an

OPEN HOUSE

Saturday, February 22nd, 9:30a-noon

The Hawk in Farmington Hills

Students must REGISTER TO ATTEND our February 22nd Open House. We look forward to seeing them at our home, The Hawk at Farmington Hills!

Students are invited to

• participate in rehearsal,
• enjoy a bagel snack, and
• find out what DMYS is really like!

Students can also audition on this day, and the audition fee ($30) will be waived. Accepted students will be able to enroll for the 2025-26 season, and secure a spot in one of our orchestras. Next year's season promises to be even more spectacular than this year's has been!

Attention all percussionists!

Please keyboard instrument pedals in the active position. Do not raise them up.

All those that earn a division 1 at District Solo and Ensemble are eligible for participation at the State Solo and Ensemble Festival which is set for March 15th @ Stoney Creek High School. Congratulations to everyone on their performances at District Festival and Good Luck to those signed up for State!

Auditions for next school year ensembles will take place after MSBOA Festival in March! Please see attached information to mentally prepare yourself. All rubrics, music, and scale sheets have been passed out!

Click HERE to register for the 2025 season! Our informational meeting will be March 5th @ 6:30 pm in the auditorium. We have big announcements/reveals to give you!

We have been assigned final performance times for Band and Orchestra Festival. All performances will take place at Anchor Bay High School on Friday, March 7th.

Concert Band - 3:30 pm

Symphonic Band - 5:55 pm

Wind Ensemble - 8:25 pm

Final travel information will be provided when we return from mid-winter break.

Please consider sharing our link for donations! This link will remain up all year and help our programs function and thrive. Your willingness to share and promote this to your friends and family is most appreciated! Click HERE

Have an amazing Mid-Winter Break!

Email: dhsbandassistants@gmail.com

Dear Band Members and Families,

We have 3 final musical performances lined up tonight and this weekend that showcase the incredible talent and hard work of our students. I encourage all band members and their families to attend and support our performing arts at Dakota. It's a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a variety of musical styles and cheer on your fellow musicians.

Next week, we have our concert scheduled, and I could not be more proud of the dedication and effort our band members have put into preparing for this event. Please make sure to review the concert details and ensure that you have all necessary materials ready. It promises to be a memorable performance!

As winter break approaches in just a week, I want to take a moment to express my gratitude for your continued support and enthusiasm. I hope everyone enjoys a restful and rejuvenating week off. Use this time to relax, recharge, and spend quality time with loved ones.

Thank you for your commitment to our band program. Your passion and dedication make our music community truly special. I look forward to seeing you all at the performances this weekend and the concert next week.

Take Care,

Mr. Makarewicz