Fall Band Concert

The members of the Concert Band, Symphonic Band, Symphonic Band Percussion Ensemble, and Jazz Lab Band performed tonight on the Fall Band Concert. Congratulations to all of the DGN student musicians who played with poise and finesse.

DGN Band Invitational

Congratulations to the members of the Herrick Middle School Band (Jon Ball, director), as well as the students of the DGN Jazz Ensemble and DGN Wind Ensemble for terrific performances this evening. Each group played with wonderful musicianship and expression. Kudos to all!

2010 Cheesecake Sale = Succcess!

Many thanks to the DGN Music Boosters for their incredible work with the 2010 Cheesecake Sale. Thousands or dollars were raised to support students and their musical passions. Great work Music Boosters!

2010 Cheesecake Sale = Succcess!

Many thanks to the DGN Music Boosters for their incredible work with the 2010 Cheesecake Sale. Thousands or dollars were raised to support students and their musical passions. Great work Music Boosters!

IMEA Jazz Festival Concert

Congratulations to the nine DGN students who performed in the IMEA District 1 Honors Jazz Festival this past Saturday, November 13th at Fenton High School. DGN students pictured here are Erin Elgass (left/alto sax), Kaitlyn Wayman-Dodd (right/tenor sax) and Zach Schneeweis (right/trombone).

Briefs: Downers Grove North Band near fundraising goal - Downers Grove Sun

Briefs: Downers Grove North Band near fundraising goal - Downers Grove Sun

IMEA All-District Honors Jazz Festival

Videos from Project Trio Concert

District 99 Orchestra w/Project Trio:
http://patch.com/A-cdYT

Project Trio performing Random Road Suite:
http://patch.com/A-cfck

D99 Orchestra and PROJECT TRIO

A fabulous concert last night by the District 99 Orchestra with featured artists PROJECT TRIO. The audience and the students had their musical territories expanded in remarkable ways by this trio of musicians. Special shout out to D99 Orchestra Director Jennifer Mullen for all she did to make this evening possible for the student musicians in District 99. 

Proejct Trio - TONIGHT, 11-09-10 @ 7:00 PM

Catch the internationally renonwed PROJECT TRIO, performing tonight with the District 99 Orchestra. A limited number of $15 tickets will be available at the door. The PROJECT Trio performs with the District 99 Orchestra on Tuesday, November 9th at 7:00 p.m. in the auditorium of Downers Grove South High School - this is one you won't want to miss!

Opening Night!

Come see DGN Theatre's production of Little Shop of Horrors!

"Little Shop of Horrors" opens Friday night at DGN!

The DGN Theatre Program will proudly present the 2010-11 All-School Musical - "Little Shop of Horrors" - this coming weekend: Friday (11-5) @ 7pm, Saturday (11-6) @ 7 pm, and Sunday (11-7) @ 3 pm.

Band O Rama 2010

DGN MB Band O Rama 2010

IMEA District Band/Choir/Orchestra/Jazz Results (2010)

Today North High received notification that forty-six student musicians were selected to the Illinois Music Educators Association District Honors Ensembles. Congratulations to the following All-District musicians:

DGN  BAND  STUDENTS:
Shauna Bracken (11) Trumpet (Band)

Brandon Broholm (12) Tuba (Orch)

Erick Burkiewicz (12) Percussion (Orch)

Sebastian Calvino (9) Trombone (Jazz)

Erin Elgass (10) Alto Sax (Band)

Erin Elgass (10) Alto Sax (Jazz)

Kevin Gupana (12) Oboe (Orch)

John Janke (12) Guitar (Jazz)

Kirsten Keller (12) Flute (Orch)

Marie Kirkegaard (12) Clarinet (Orch)

Brett Latman (10) Trumpet (Jazz)

Spencer Schillerstrom (9) Tenor Sax (Jazz)

Zach Schneeweis (12) Trombone (Jazz)

Stephen Shatzer (11) Bassoon (Orch)

Jonathan Sheetz (11) Bass Clarinet (Band)

Isaac Stevenson (12) Drum Set (Jazz)

Isaac Stevenson (12) Percussion (Orch)

James Tandaric (12) Electric Bass (Jazz)

Kaitlyn Wayman-Dodd (11) Tenor Sax (Jazz)

DGN  CHOIR  STUDENTS:
Samantha Barry (11) Alto II

Maxim Becker (12) Bass II

Devin Collett (11) Soprano I  
Abby Gardner (12) Alto I   

Madelaine Isobal (10) Alto II

Kaitlin Jeffries (12) Alto II   

Jaclyn Kothanek (12) Soprano I

Kyle Kunkler (12) Bass I

Colin Ludlow (12) Bass II   

Elizabeth Meier (12) Soprano II

Patrick Murray (10) Tenor I
Kirsten Rush (12) Soprano I   

Nolan Schillerstrom (12) Bass II
Joshua Smith (12) Tenor II  
Caroline Sterr (12) Soprano I 

DGN  ORCHESTRA  STUDENTS:
Marisa Bellie (12) Double Bass
Lauren Kovanko (11) Viola

Katie Krainc (10) Violin
Meghan Lyda (11) Cello
Alana Osterling (10) Cello

Nicole Pearson (9) Viola
Erin Portman (11) Cello 

Katie Portman (9) Violin
Meghan Schmitt (11) Cello 

James Tandaric (12) Violin

Sarah Williams (9) Viola
Hannah Young (11) Harp

Fall Choir Concert a Sonic Success!

Congratulations to the DGN Choirs on a wonderful Fall Concert! Each ensemble performed with great attention to musical detail and a passion for singing. Kudos to all!

DGN Band Alumni on ESPN

DGN Band alumni Andrew Kuikman and Dan McLeod (Class of 2009) were seen this morning performing with the University of Wisconsin Marching Band on ESPN's "College Game Day" broadcast from Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, WI.

D99 Orchestra - Fall Concert

Congratulations to the members of the District 99 Concert Orchestra and Symphonic Orchestra for a wonderful Fall Concert! Special thanks to the O'Neil Middle School Orchestra for joining our D99 students on the stage this evening at South High.

DGN MB Half Time Highlights 10-8-10

Junior High Band Night

Why so serious?!

The DGN Trojan Marching Band prepares for the annual "Bucket Game" against conference rival Hinsdale Central.

They're (Still) With The Band (Woodridge Patch)

The DGN Alumni Band is featured in a recent article by reporter Elaine Johnson of The Patch.  Click here.

Project Trio performing in District 99

The District 99 Orchestra is sponsoring a joint concert with the PROJECT Trio on Tuesday, November 9th at 7:00 p.m. in the auditorium of Downers Grove South High School. PROJECT Trio is a passionate, high energy chamber music ensemble comprised of three virtuosic composers/performers from Brooklyn, NY. Blending their classical training with an eclectic taste in musical styles, PROJECT Trio has made an impact on audiences of all ages. Bursting onto the scene with their landmark videos, right out of the internet generation, PROJECT Trio is a musical experience defining a new level of entertainment! Many students have heard the PROJECT Trio because their YouTube videos have gone viral, with over 20 million views! Unique to this ensemble is the beat-box technique used by flautist, Greg Pattillo, who is considered to be the best beat-box flute player in the world. This is truly a concert not to be missed!

To watch some of their performances and to learn more about the trio, visit their website at www.whatisproject.org.

Tickets for this concert are $15. You can access the ticket order form at this link. The money from the ticket sales will be used, in part, to fund the exchange program with the Bietigheim-Bissingen Musikschule. Please be sure to order your tickets in advance using the ticket order form! Seating is general admission. Thank you for your support!

Homecoming Assembly & Parade