Be Inspired: Cavaliers On DGN Campus Saturday! #99Learns

One of the world's most famous and prestigious music ensembles, The Cavalier's Drum and Bugle Corps, will be in residence at North High School this Saturday, July 2.  The corps will be in town preparing for the "Cavalcade of Brass" drum and bugle corps show to be held at Benedictine University in Lisle, IL this coming Saturday night.  Tickets for the show may be purchased here.

The Cavaliers will be rehearsing on the North High campus Saturday late morning, and afternoon. Precise rehearsal schedules have not yet been announced, but drum and bugle corps typically focus on small group practice in the mornings (drum line, brass line, color guard), and then combine for full ensemble work in the afternoon following a lunch break.

The rehearsals of the corps are open to students from our District 99 band programs, as well as community members at large, to observe.  There is a lot to learn from watching a precision music ensemble focus on collective group goals in their quest for artistic excellence.  We strongly encourage all D99 music lovers to make time on Saturday to be inspired through observation and listening.

Independence Day Parade Practice #99Learns #WeAreDGN

Members of the 2016-17 DGN Trojan Marching Band were back on campus this evening preparing for the 2016 Downers Grove Independence Day Parade!

Follow the D99 Honors Band in Europe! #99Learns #WeAreDGN #DGSPride

Travel Mercies are extended to the D99 Honors Band as they embark on their 2016 European Tour today.

A team of 10 student Bloggers will be the "eyes and ears" of the journey, and you can follow them virtually in the following ways ...

Tour Blog
http://d99honorsband2016.blogspot.com/

Twitter
https://twitter.com/d99honorsband

or

@d99honorsband

Bon Voyage Concert #99Learns #WeAreDGN #DGSPride

Bon Voyage Concert Tonight! 6 PM @ DGN #99Leanrs #WeAreDGN #DGSPride

You are cordially invited to attend the District 99 Honors Band and Jazz Ensemble's Bon Voyage Concert, to be held this evening (Saturday, June 11) at 6:00 PM in the Clarence Johnson Auditorium of Downers Grove North High School.

The D99 Honors Band students are ready for their departure next week, and looking forward to sharing a preview of their European concert set with local audiences tonight.

Doors open at 5:30 PM for this free concert.  We hope to see you there!

DGN Fine Arts Salutes The Class of 2016 #WeAreDGN #99Learns

The DGN Fine Arts Department extends a heartfelt congratulations and bids a fond farewell to the North High School Class of 2016.  Specifically, we acknowledge the artists in sight and in sound who set high standards throughout their academic journey and leave behind a legacy of high achievement and artistic excellence.  

We wish you each great success in your future endeavors, and encourage you to return to your Alma Mater and visit frequently!  

If you are unable to celebrate locally with the graduating class, you may view the ceremony on the High School Cube by clicking the link below:

North High Commencement 2016

2016 DGN Fine Arts Friday 5 minute Dance Party #WeAreDGN #99Learns

Senior Clap Out 2016 @dgnbands @d99orchestra @dgnfinearts #99Learns #WeAreDGN

@dgnchoirs Chamber Choir Farewell Concert #WeAreDGN #99Learns

Congratulations to the members of the 2015-16 DGN Chamber Choir on a wonderful "Farewell Concert" this evening.

DGN Chamber Choir Farewell Concert Tonight! #WeAreDGN #99Learns @dgnchoirs

Join us for the DGN Chamber Choir Farewell Concert tonight at North High, Doors open at 6:30 PM (Free admission / General seating), and the concert begins at 7:00 PM.

Tonight's concert will be streamed live on High School Cube beginning at 7 PM. The video will be available for 30 days.

Click here to be redirected to the streaming video.

Salute to Mrs. DePeder and Mrs. Barnes #WeAreDGN #99Learns @D99Orchestra @Dist_99 @DownersNorth

Congratulations to Mrs. Pattie DePeder (typewriter) and Mrs. Pattie Barnes (bell) on their collaborative performance of Leroy Anderson's "The Typewriter" with the District 99 Symphonic Orchestra.

Mrs. DePeder, who has served the North High Fine Arts Department as Secretary for the past nine years, and Mrs. Barnes, who has served as the DGN Collaborative Pianist for the past eighteen years, are finishing their final year in District 99.  DGN Fine Arts, North High School, and District 99 extend deep appreciation and gratitude to both Mrs. Barnes and Mrs. DePeder for their dedicated service and exceptional student-centered "can do" attitude!

@D99Orchestra Shines from Opening Notes to Final Countdown #99Learns

Congratulations to the student musicians of the District 99 Concert Orchestra and District 99 Symphonic Orchestra, as well as Ms. Mullen and Mr. Hensel, on a fabulous concert tonight.  Each ensemble demonstrated passionate musicianship and attention to sonic detail.  

Special congratulations, and thanks, are extended to …

- Mrs. Pattie Barnes, bell soloist

- Mrs. Pattie DePeder, typewriter soloist

- Kevin Chow, piano soloist

- Liam Morgan, cello soloist
- DGN Wind Ensemble students

- Senior Orchestra Members from the Class of 2016

- D99 Orchestra alumni joining in The Final Countdown

Orchestra Concert Tonight! @D99Orchestra #99Learns

You will not want to miss tonight's District 99 Orchestra Concert, which will be held in the Clarence Johnson Auditorium of Downers Grove North High School.  Doors open at 6:30 PM (Free admission / General seating), and the concert begins at 7:00 PM.

Performing this evening will be the District 99 Concert Orchestra, the District 99 Symphonic Orchestra, and a Combined Orchestra (including Alumni).  Featured Senior Concerto soloists include Kevin Chow (piano) and Liam Morgan (cello).  Fine Arts colleagues Mrs. Pattie DePeder (typewriter) and Mrs. Pattie Barnes (bell) will also be featured in solo repertoire.




Tonight's concert will be streamed live on High School Cube beginning at 7 PM. The video will be available for 30 days.

Click here to be redirected to the streaming video.

It's Back! #dgnFineArtsFriday5minDanceParty #WeAreDGN

Don't miss the #dgnFineArtsFriday5minDanceParty!

Who: Everyone who's cool.
What: A dance party that lasts exactly 5 minutes with all of the other cool people.
Where: The Fine Arts Hallway
When: Friday, May 27th 3:25 - 3:30 PM
Why: It's the last day of school!

Get there fast, as soon as school's over ... or you'll miss it!

Jazz In The Park Opens Summer Park Concert Series #WeAreDGN #99Learns

Congratulations to the student musicians of the DGS Jazz Workshop, DGS Jazz Lab Band, DGN Jazz Lab Band, DGS Jazz Ensemble, DGN Jazz Ensemble, and the D99 Honors Jazz Band for a wonderful evening of music at Fishel Park!