Dixon Marching Bulldogs
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Eastern District Audition Results
The Follow students have made the Eastern District Honor Band
9/10 District Band
Aislin Kelly 4th Chair Trombone
Benjamin Matthews 1st Chair Euphonium (All State)
9/10 Alternate Members
Trombones
1st Alt- Kaden M
10th Alt- Alana J
12th Alt- Natalie S
Percussion
1st Alt- Cameron T
10th Alt- Omari C
11/12 District Band
Savannah Jones 4th Chair (All State)
11/12 Alternate Members
Flute
2nd Alt- Oleta P
Bass Clar
3rd Alt- Aurora P
Tuba
4th Alt- Jaydan A
All County Band Members Selected
The following band members have been selected for the 2026 Onslow All County Honor Band with clinician Bobby Lambert of Wando High School! Sectional Night is January 20 at NHS and Clinics February 27-28
Flutes
Hailey H
Savannah J
Oleta P
Clarinets
Levi Z
Bass Clarinet/Contra
Aurora P
Horns
Ian R
Jordan B
Trumpets
Emma T
Ava W
Dean P
Trombones
Joseph H
Alana J
Aislin K
Natalie S
Kaden M
Euphonium
Benjamin M
Tuba
Jayden A
Percussion
Cameron T
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!!!
2025 Committed Band Members!
( if you don't see you name, please contact me)
High School Students(In no order)
Flute(18)- Kiara G, Alicia A, Peter K, Lacey T, Hailey H, Oleta P, Kamille Peterson, Malorey G, Daylene D, Taylor S, Bailey Kay, Ivy Jefferson, Alaini D, Clinton W, Abigale M, Abigail H, Spencer W, Aubrey F
Clarinet (9) - Kaisen W, Savannah T, William H, Bailey Boyd, Sophia Diaz, Hannah Gant, Alani Stone, Levi Z, Amilya H
Alto (5)- Issac W, Taliana B, Gunner V, Chandler W, Bria V,
Bass Clarinet/Tenor Sax(9)- Aurora Pappas, Braylon Phillips, Nathan Campbell, Chloe T, Brooklyn Redhawk, Arlene E, Justin B, Alan C, Joseph D,
Trumpet 1 (8)- Hayden B, Ava W, Dean P, Avery C, Emma T, Jacob Fisher, Andrew Hartsfield, Steven Smith
Trumpet 2 (7)- Owen Blanchard, Brock P, Bayleigh H, Noah D, Tahlia D, Austin P, Michael B.
Horn(2)- Gavin B, Jordan B
Low Brass 1 (6) Samantha E, Joseph H, Betzabeth D, Teagen C, Kaden Murray, Clayten Nevels,
Low Brass 2 (8)- John Collins, Trent T, Benjamin M, Natalie S, Mason S, K Millis, Aislin K, Alana J
Tuba/Bari- (3)Jayden Adams, Aeirss Johnson, Kiara Gilbert
Percussion-(10) Aiden D, Omari C, Kayden M, Logan M, Dakota A, Jay P, Makayla R, Everett G, Cameron T, Leilani B, Caleb Finn, Calley G. Athen A
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
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