Dixon Marching Bulldogs
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Marching Band Fees form Due at the end of Band Camp
Congratulations to our selected 2026 Drum Majors
Ian R, Gunner V and Bailey K
Competition and Parade Chaperone Sign Ups
September 19 (Onslow Showcase)
Chaperone 1- Mrs Jernigan
Chaperone 2- Mrs Herrett
Chaperone 3- Courtney Shiley
Chaperone 4- Sarah Boyd
Chaperone 5- Carina Rodriguez
Chaperone 6- Heidi Richardson
Chaperone 7- Shannon Ashworth
Chaperone 8- L Van Dalen
Chaperone 9-Amanda Root
Chaperone 10-Alicia Horne
Chaperone 11- Erica Hersh
21' Trailer Driver- K Shiley
14' Trailer Driver- Joe Sharp
September 26 (Shrimp Festival Parade)
Chaperone 1- Mrs Jernigan
Chaperone 2- Mrs Herrett
Chaperone 3- Mrs Blanchard
Chaperone 4- Jaime Eisert
Chaperone 5- Courtney Shiley
Chaperone 6- Carina Rodriguez
Chaperone 7- Sarah Boyd
Chaperone 8- Heidi Richardson
Chaperone 9- Edith Carlson
Chaperone 10- Tiana Vint
Chaperone 11- Marilyn Syvlain
Chaperone 12- Bianca Simpson
21' Trailer Driver- K Shiley
14' Trailer Driver- Joe Sharp
October 10 (White Oak Competition)
Chaperone 1- Mrs Jernigan
Chaperone 2- Mrs Herrett
Chaperone 3- Courtney Shiley
Chaperone 4- Carina Rodriguez
Chaperone 5- Heidi Richardson
Chaperone 6- Shannon Ashworth
Chaperone 7-Mrs Pastor
Chaperone 8- Sarah Boyd
Chaperone 9- Bianca Simpson
Chaperone 10-
21' Trailer Driver- K Shiley
14' Trailer Driver- Joe Sharp
October 17 (Topsail Competition)
Chaperone 1- Mrs Jernigan
Chaperone 2- Mrs Herrett
Chaperone 3- John Eisert
Chaperone 4- Courtney Shiley
Chaperone 5- Carina Rodriguez
Chaperone 6- Tiana Vint
Chaperone 7- Sarah Boyd
Chaperone 8- Marilyn Sylvain
Chaperone 9- Lacy Van Dalen
Chaperone 10- Bianca Simpson
Chaperone 11- Rachel Hanson
21' Trailer Driver- K Shiley
14' Trailer Driver- Joe Sharp
October 24 (Competition TBA)
Chaperone 1- Mrs Cooper
Chaperone 2- Martina Blanchard
Chaperone 3- Courtney Shiley
Chaperone 4- Sarah Boyd
Chaperone 5-Mrs Jernigan
Chaperone 6- Mrs Herrett
Chaperone 7- Bianca Simpson
Chaperone 8- Lacy Van Dalen
Chaperone 9- Tiana Vint
Chaperone 10-
21' Trailer Driver- K Shiley
14' Trailer Driver-
November 7 (Jacksonville Veterans Parade)
Chaperone 1- Carina Rodriguez
Chaperone 2- Bianca Simpson
Chaperone 3- Courtney Shiley
Chaperone 4- Sarah Boyd
Chaperone 5-Mrs Jernigan
Chaperone 6- Mrs Herrett
Chaperone 7- Megan Zirkle
Chaperone 8-Rachel Hanson
Chaperone 9- Tiana Vint
Chaperone 10-
21' Trailer Driver- K Shiley
14' Trailer Driver- Joe Sharp
November 21 (Jacksonville Holiday Parade)
Chaperone 1- Courtney Shiley
Chaperone 2- Christy Pastor
Chaperone 3- Chris Ashlock
Chaperone 4- Catherine Davis
Chaperone 5-Mrs Jernigan
Chaperone 6- Mrs Herrett
Chaperone 7- Sarah Boyd
Chaperone 8- Megan Zirkle
Chaperone 9- Ranchel Hanson
Chaperone 10-
21' Trailer Driver- K Shiley
14' Trailer Driver- Might not be needed
I can't chaperone or help in pit... What else can I do???
We need your help with several things in the band program. If you are unable to help out by chaperoning or in pit crew, I would like to ask your help on a few items. We need the following items to keep the band running successfully. The cost of field striping paint can add up after a while, especially after a rainy day. One case of 6 cans will cost 24.98 at homedepot. Anyone willing to donate a case or even donating one can, will help us out tremendously.
I encourage everyone to attend our home football games, competitions, and concerts. I can't begin to tell you how important it is to show support for the arts program and the students involved. Nothing is better than having parental support in the stands. As being a high school student (years ago) it was always nice to hear my name being shouted from the stands and occasionally embarrassed. The band and cheerleaders ARE the number one fans in the stands and we need our number one parents supporting them. Please don't hesitate to email me if you have any questions or concerns. I am here to help out in any way I can.
The Band App!
PARENTS AND STUDENTS MUST SIGN UP!!!
2026 Committed Band Members!
( if you don't see you name, please contact me)
High School Students(In no order)
Flute(17)- Peter K, Kamille P, Malory G, Daylene D, Ivy J, Alani D, Clinton W, Abigail H, Aubrey F, Kaili Sharp, Paisley Norris, Emma Kirkland, Avery Lapotsky, Kasey Carlson, Jamie Peterson, Kassidy Miller, Bianca DeBenedictis
Clarinet (16)
Clarinet 1- Savannah T, William H, Bailey Boyd, Sophia Diaz, Hannah Gant, Alani Stone, Levi Z, Amilya H,
Clarinet 2- Josie White, Keira Collins, Aubrey Singleton, Aiko Reynolds, Sylas Robinson, Emma Simpson, Lily Fisher, Emma Kearns
Alto (9)- Issac W, Taliana B, Chandler W, Bria V, Emily D, Liam Valentin, Branxton Stacey, Parker Otte, Sierrah Mitchell
Bass Clarinet/Tenor Sax(6)- Aurora Pappas, Brooklyn Redhawk, Arlene E, Joseph D, Aubrey Miley, Zach Davis
Trumpet (20)-
Trumpet 1- Ava W, Dean P, Avery C, Emma T, Jacob F, Andrew H, Steven S, Michael B. Owen B, Jacob D
Trumpet 2- Bayleigh H, Noah D, Tahlia D, Austin P, Benjamin Hattar, Grace Avvisato, Josiah Lopez, Chloe Powell, Liora Richardson, Charlie Drake
Horn(5)- Gavin B, Jordan B, Kylie Hanson, Alice Ann Matthews. Brock Pond
Low Brass (14)
Low Brass 1- Teagen C, Kaden M, John C, Benjamin M, Natalie S, Mason S, Aislin K,
Low Brass 2- Alana J, Trent T, Dezen Cenere, Jacob Harris, Caden Donovan, Connor Leland, Lawson Reynolds
Tuba/Bari- (6)- Aeirss Johnson, Kiara Gilbert, Braylon Phillips, Clayten Nevels, Crischyn Andrew Hooks, Kaiya Davis
Percussion-(18) Aiden D, Omari C, Kayden M, Logan M, Dakota A, Jay P, Makayla R, Everett G, Cameron T, Mackennah P, Caleb Finn, Athena A, Alexis Henry, Elianna Root, Ellie Brown, Kaleesi Adlah, Charlotte Rodriguez
MEET THE BAND STAFF
Mr. Saenz- Director of Bands/Orchestra at Dixon High School
Mr. Saenz was born in California and Moved to North Carolina when his family was given orders to be stationed in Camp Lejeune. He attended Western Carolina University where he performed with the "Pride of the Mountain Marching Band." While in residence, he performed at 2 Bands of America Regional Events Held in Atlanta, GA, Bands of America Grand National Championship held in Indianapolis, Indiana, 2009 NCAA Basketball Tournament held in Albuquerque, NM, and was a Performer and Soloist in the 2011 Rose Parade in Anaheim, CA. Mr. Saenz was a Drill, Visual and Brass tech for Tuscola High School in Waynesville North Carolina from 2008-2011 where he did his internship. He graduated with two degrees, Bachelors of Science in Education K-12 Choir/Band/Orchestra and a Bachelors of Music for instrumental. He started working at Dixon High School in 2012 with a wind band of 19 members.
Additional Add on Staff
Melanie Irwin- Colorguard Instructor/Choreographer
Mrs. Melanie Irwin was born in San Antonio Texas but grew up in Dumfries Virginia after her father was assigned to the Army's Pershing Own band in Washington DC. Melanie comes from a family of musicians but her passion was dance! Her sophomore year of high school she joined color guard and became a team leader her Junior and Senior year. After graduating in 2012 from Forest Park High school; Melanie attended the University of Oklahoma as a fourth generation Sooner! She was in the Pride of Oklahoma color guard during her time and was Captain her Senior year where she was awarded the opportunity to choreograph for the guard. After graduating from Oklahoma in 2017 with a film and media studies degree she traveled back to the NOVA area to start as production assistant. She has gotten to work on several productions to inlcude American Ninja Warrior, Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, and Welcome to America the Sarah Silverman Show. Melanie was teaching color guard at Osborn high school in Manassas Virginia when she met her husband online. The Marine Corps moved them to California where Melanie took a break from color guard and worked at Sea World and Legoland as a photographer. 2 years ago the USMC moved the Irwins to Camp Lejuene where they welcomed their first son Randy. Melanie had the privilege of working with White Oak High School Color Guard for two years and assisted with the Dixon color guard before joining the team full time! Melanie is excited to bring her experience and enthusiasm to the group!
Percussion Staff
Ms. Eryn McGahhey- Percussion Instructor
Ms. Eryn McGahhey was born here in Jacksonville on Camp Lejeune and grew up in the Richlands area. She started her musical journey at New Bridge Middle School where she played the clarinet and dabbled in percussion. After middle school, she attended Jacksonville High School where she performed in the pit and wind ensemble all four years. After graduating high school, Eryn chose to attend East Carolina University to study elementary education. She performed with the Marching Pirates on the drum line as a cymbal player for all four years of undergrad and for a year during grad school! She was the captain of the cymbal line for her last two years of school. Since graduating from ECU, she currently teaches 6th grade English at Dixon Middle School! This is her first year with the Dixon marching band, and she is excited to be a part of the bulldog family!
Dylan Minervini- Percussionist for Liberty University
PRIVATE LESSONS
Seanotes Brass Studios,LLC
Carlton Howard
3601 Island Drive
N. Topsail, NC 28460
carlton@seanotesbrass.com
703-345-8501
Clarinet, Oboe, Bassoon Lessons
Rebecka Rose
252-665-0644
Instrument repair options!
Musicraft
Ray Silvia
1212 Gum Branch Rd, Jacksonville, NC 28540
(910) 545-4770
Fuller's Music
2310 Trent Rd, New Bern, NC 28562
(252) 638-2811
Links!!!
http://www.blanksheetmusic.net
http://www.finalemusic.com/notepad/freedownload.aspx
http://www.musictheory.net
http://www.prideofthemountains.com
Drumline cadence links and audition materials
http://www.freedrumlinemusic.com/sheetmusic/mp3s/mp3pages/raptor.html
http://www.freedrumlinemusic.com/sheetmusic/mp3s/mp3pages/vomitcomet.html
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f_V2CU6tsOo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qBH9-cvrJVg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mPO3_CVhddQ