Concert Bands
Symphonic Band
Symphonic Band focuses on developing and enhancing musical skills. This ensemble performs a variety of selections at both the winter and spring concerts. They perform at state assessments and have repeatedly been awarded straight superiors by the VBODA. Opportunities
Wind Ensemble
The Wind Ensemble features musicians with more experience, performing an advanced variety of musical compositions. By receiving all superiors from the VBODA, they contributed to Gloucester High School being recognized as a Blue Ribbon School by the VMEA.
Jazz Band
The Jazz Band allows the students an opportunity to experience various styles of jazz, including learning how to improvise. This select band is often featured during the spring concert and has performed for the district assessments.
Pit Orchestra
Gloucester’s Pit Orchestra includes select students and musical instruments and provides the musical accompaniment for the spring musical.
Percussion Ensemble
The Percussion Ensemble is a specialized ensemble that is selectively featured depending on the concert program. It is included in the larger concert bands throughout the year and has contributed to the high ratings of the Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band.
Marching Band
The Gloucester High School Marching Dukes are an award-winning marching band known for their quality performance and high ratings in their category at competitions. Featuring both musicians and color guard, they perform at all home games and compete within the region. They have been awarded all superior ratings at state assessments for multiple years, and they’re high ratings have contributed to Gloucester High School’s recognition as a Blue Ribbon School. They are awarded as Best Visual, Best Color Guard, and Best Percussion at multiple competitions throughout their marching season, supporting their strong record of recognition for excellence and precision in marching.
