Turn up the music - 2021 direct donation drive
Who are we? The WSHS Music Boosters is a volunteer-run organization designed to support the music program at WSHS. The music program currently consists of two bands, two jazz bands, orchestra, pit orchestra, drum line, and choir, run by Mr. Thomas and Mr. Fritts. Music Boosters is part of the WSHS Boosters Program, but we are responsible for our own fundraising.
Why? This year and a half has been full of unexpected challenges and changes not just for the world but our student’s learning environment. They have learned to be flexible and adaptable to what has become the new normal. The WSHS music program has also been adapting to this new normal. Since last year was just about hanging on, this year is about strengthening the core elements of a successful music program, so we can be ready for the future. That is where the Music Boosters with the help of generous music families come in.
To ensure a solid foundation we need to invest in the fundamentals of a healthy music program. These are a few examples of the areas that your donation will impact:
Our Goal! Help us reach our goal of $30,000 over this next month. Donations from this drive will be used in the current school year. Let’s continue to support our students pursuing music education at WSHS!
You can help create and sustain an amazing program for our current and future WSHS students and the community! Please support the WSHS Music Program during this season of giving. Please share this message with family and friends who appreciate the value of music education! This direct drive will be active for a limited time—November 16th through December 16th. Don’t hesitate—donate today! Thank you!
Why? This year and a half has been full of unexpected challenges and changes not just for the world but our student’s learning environment. They have learned to be flexible and adaptable to what has become the new normal. The WSHS music program has also been adapting to this new normal. Since last year was just about hanging on, this year is about strengthening the core elements of a successful music program, so we can be ready for the future. That is where the Music Boosters with the help of generous music families come in.
To ensure a solid foundation we need to invest in the fundamentals of a healthy music program. These are a few examples of the areas that your donation will impact:
- Purchasing instruments-$700-$8000 Tuba, Marching Snares, Bari Sax, Cellos, Violins, and more
- Sectional coaching-$65+ an hour for Orchestra and Band
- Purchasing marching band equipment - $500 - $1000 Drumline equipment, sectional uniforms
- Purchasing sheet music-$75+per piece, especially for Choir
Our Goal! Help us reach our goal of $30,000 over this next month. Donations from this drive will be used in the current school year. Let’s continue to support our students pursuing music education at WSHS!
You can help create and sustain an amazing program for our current and future WSHS students and the community! Please support the WSHS Music Program during this season of giving. Please share this message with family and friends who appreciate the value of music education! This direct drive will be active for a limited time—November 16th through December 16th. Don’t hesitate—donate today! Thank you!
More information about how to pay using Venmo and Check are available on our Support Us Page
Welcome to the West Seattle High School Music Program!
The music program at WSHS is a growing, active, and strong community. The Band, Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble and Pit Orchestra are the most active student groups on campus with a combined performance schedule of over 50 shows each year! In addition to many local performances, our ensembles maintain an active touring schedule with performances in Victoria BC, Vancouver BC, the Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival at the University of Idaho, Portland, Los Angeles, Anaheim, and New York City.
The music program at West Seattle High School is built upon the goal of developing students not only as accomplished musicians and appreciators of art and culture, but also as leaders. Our goal is that every student will carry with them the skills inherent in the participation of music: teamwork, collaboration, confidence, creative thought and leadership. Our students carry themselves with pride in our program, our school and our community. Go Wildcats!
The music program at West Seattle High School is built upon the goal of developing students not only as accomplished musicians and appreciators of art and culture, but also as leaders. Our goal is that every student will carry with them the skills inherent in the participation of music: teamwork, collaboration, confidence, creative thought and leadership. Our students carry themselves with pride in our program, our school and our community. Go Wildcats!
The Music Program at WSHS is still at work! Please consider making a donation by clicking on the link below or by sending a financial donation to the school made out to the music program (WSHS C/O Music Program - 3000 California Ave SW, Seattle WA 98116).
