Sept 27th Marching Show Photos and Video
For the first time, the Shawnee Mission West Pride Marching Band performed Thor's Hammer marching show in full! Please enjoy these photos and video of the show. (more…)
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Shawnee Mission West Homecoming Parade
We were happy to have clear and mild weather for the homecoming parade this afternoon! Check out the photos and videos from the parade thanks to our fantastic band parents! (more…)
Read More
Band Notes Aug 25, 2024
We are SO PROUD of the West Pride Bands! Way to go. I saw so much leadership from so many people today - and I'm not just talking about drum majors and section leaders. It was so fun to see everyone working together, problem solving, and being part of the team. Upperclassmen - way to welcome the freshmen! (more…)
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Photo Set 1 from the MEGA Car Wash
Photographer and band parent emeritus, Will England, came out and shot some photos of the band students washing cars - please enjoy these photos! (more…)
Read More
Band was Rocking at the Car Wash
Over at Lenexa, the Band was Jammin! Flow State, a side gig by several of the band members covered 'Take Warning' by Operation Ivy - give it a watch! (more…)
Read More
Photos from the First Marching Show
Band parent emeritus, Will England, took photos from our first marching show on Sept. 1st. They are available to download and use free of charge from our Smugmug site! (more…)
Read More
2022 Winter Band Concert Photos
Tonight was the Winter Band Concert with both Jazz Bands, the Freshman Concert band, and the Marching Band all playing their part! We have a few photos from rehearsals to share with you! (more…)
Read More
Hollywood Christmas Parade Broadcast Schedule
Shawnee Mission West Marching Band was proud to be a part of the Hollywood Christmas Parade! It was recorded live and the broadcast will be on Friday, December 16th at 7:00 PM Central Time. (more…)
Read More
2019 KBA Marching Festival Schedule – SM West
From Mr. Thomas: Saturday: KBA Marching Festival - STRANGE schedule. Not my desire, but due to a packed performance schedule (28 bands), we must leave the campus at noon (fire marshal’s declaration), then if we are in finals, we will drive back. Please eat breakfast prior to arrival in the morning. You can eat lunch when we arrive back in KC. Similarly, if we make it into finals, please eat before arrival back at West to return. 6:15a - Call time – come in T-shirt, shorts, socks, marching shoes etc. Change into uniform, upon arrival at school. 6:45 Bus departs West 8:00 Bus arrives at Topeka Washburn University Warm-up 9:30 Preliminary performance 9:50 Change into street clothes to watch other bands…
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2019 Kansas Bandmasters Competition Schedule
Kansas Band News has announced the schedule for the 2019 Kansas Bandmasters Marching Band Competition - Shawnee Mission West Pride will be marching at 9:30 AM! Step-off Band (Class) 8:00 AM Bishop Carroll Screamin' Eagles (Gold) 8:15 AM McLouth High School Marching Band(Gold) 8:30 AM Wichita East Marching Blue Aces (Gold) 8:45 AM De Soto High School Marching Wildcats (Blue) 9:00 AM Olathe Northwest Raven Pride (Blue) 9:15 AM Blue Valley Southwest High School Band (White) 9:30 AM Shawnee Mission West Marching Band (White) 10:00 AM Free State High School Band (White) 10:15 AM GCHS Marching Stampede (Blue) 10:30 AM "The Pride of Southwest Kansas" (Blue) 10:45 AM EHS Band…
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Sept 27th Marching Show Photos and Video
For the first time, the Shawnee Mission West Pride Marching Band performed Thor's Hammer marching show in full! Please enjoy these photos and video of the show. (more…)
Read More
Shawnee Mission West Homecoming Parade
We were happy to have clear and mild weather for the homecoming parade this afternoon! Check out the photos and videos from the parade thanks to our fantastic band parents! (more…)
Read More
Band Notes Aug 25, 2024
We are SO PROUD of the West Pride Bands! Way to go. I saw so much leadership from so many people today - and I'm not just talking about drum majors and section leaders. It was so fun to see everyone working together, problem solving, and being part of the team. Upperclassmen - way to welcome the freshmen! (more…)
Read More
Photo Set 1 from the MEGA Car Wash
Photographer and band parent emeritus, Will England, came out and shot some photos of the band students washing cars - please enjoy these photos! (more…)
Read More
Band was Rocking at the Car Wash
Over at Lenexa, the Band was Jammin! Flow State, a side gig by several of the band members covered 'Take Warning' by Operation Ivy - give it a watch! (more…)
Read More
Photos from the First Marching Show
Band parent emeritus, Will England, took photos from our first marching show on Sept. 1st. They are available to download and use free of charge from our Smugmug site! (more…)
Read More
2022 Winter Band Concert Photos
Tonight was the Winter Band Concert with both Jazz Bands, the Freshman Concert band, and the Marching Band all playing their part! We have a few photos from rehearsals to share with you! (more…)
Read More
Hollywood Christmas Parade Broadcast Schedule
Shawnee Mission West Marching Band was proud to be a part of the Hollywood Christmas Parade! It was recorded live and the broadcast will be on Friday, December 16th at 7:00 PM Central Time. (more…)
Read More
2019 KBA Marching Festival Schedule – SM West
From Mr. Thomas: Saturday: KBA Marching Festival - STRANGE schedule. Not my desire, but due to a packed performance schedule (28 bands), we must leave the campus at noon (fire marshal’s declaration), then if we are in finals, we will drive back. Please eat breakfast prior to arrival in the morning. You can eat lunch when we arrive back in KC. Similarly, if we make it into finals, please eat before arrival back at West to return. 6:15a - Call time – come in T-shirt, shorts, socks, marching shoes etc. Change into uniform, upon arrival at school. 6:45 Bus departs West 8:00 Bus arrives at Topeka Washburn University Warm-up 9:30 Preliminary performance 9:50 Change into street clothes to watch other bands…
Read More
2019 Kansas Bandmasters Competition Schedule
Kansas Band News has announced the schedule for the 2019 Kansas Bandmasters Marching Band Competition - Shawnee Mission West Pride will be marching at 9:30 AM! Step-off Band (Class) 8:00 AM Bishop Carroll Screamin' Eagles (Gold) 8:15 AM McLouth High School Marching Band(Gold) 8:30 AM Wichita East Marching Blue Aces (Gold) 8:45 AM De Soto High School Marching Wildcats (Blue) 9:00 AM Olathe Northwest Raven Pride (Blue) 9:15 AM Blue Valley Southwest High School Band (White) 9:30 AM Shawnee Mission West Marching Band (White) 10:00 AM Free State High School Band (White) 10:15 AM GCHS Marching Stampede (Blue) 10:30 AM "The Pride of Southwest Kansas" (Blue) 10:45 AM EHS Band…
Read More
Sept 27th Marching Show Photos and Video
For the first time, the Shawnee Mission West Pride Marching Band performed Thor's Hammer marching show in full! Please enjoy these photos and video of the show. (more…)
Read More
Shawnee Mission West Homecoming Parade
We were happy to have clear and mild weather for the homecoming parade this afternoon! Check out the photos and videos from the parade thanks to our fantastic band parents! (more…)
Read More
Band Notes Aug 25, 2024
We are SO PROUD of the West Pride Bands! Way to go. I saw so much leadership from so many people today - and I'm not just talking about drum majors and section leaders. It was so fun to see everyone working together, problem solving, and being part of the team. Upperclassmen - way to welcome the freshmen! (more…)
Read More
Photo Set 1 from the MEGA Car Wash
Photographer and band parent emeritus, Will England, came out and shot some photos of the band students washing cars - please enjoy these photos! (more…)
Read More
Band was Rocking at the Car Wash
Over at Lenexa, the Band was Jammin! Flow State, a side gig by several of the band members covered 'Take Warning' by Operation Ivy - give it a watch! (more…)
Read More
Photos from the First Marching Show
Band parent emeritus, Will England, took photos from our first marching show on Sept. 1st. They are available to download and use free of charge from our Smugmug site! (more…)
Read More
2022 Winter Band Concert Photos
Tonight was the Winter Band Concert with both Jazz Bands, the Freshman Concert band, and the Marching Band all playing their part! We have a few photos from rehearsals to share with you! (more…)
Read More
Hollywood Christmas Parade Broadcast Schedule
Shawnee Mission West Marching Band was proud to be a part of the Hollywood Christmas Parade! It was recorded live and the broadcast will be on Friday, December 16th at 7:00 PM Central Time. (more…)
Read More
2019 KBA Marching Festival Schedule – SM West
From Mr. Thomas: Saturday: KBA Marching Festival - STRANGE schedule. Not my desire, but due to a packed performance schedule (28 bands), we must leave the campus at noon (fire marshal’s declaration), then if we are in finals, we will drive back. Please eat breakfast prior to arrival in the morning. You can eat lunch when we arrive back in KC. Similarly, if we make it into finals, please eat before arrival back at West to return. 6:15a - Call time – come in T-shirt, shorts, socks, marching shoes etc. Change into uniform, upon arrival at school. 6:45 Bus departs West 8:00 Bus arrives at Topeka Washburn University Warm-up 9:30 Preliminary performance 9:50 Change into street clothes to watch other bands…
Read More
2019 Kansas Bandmasters Competition Schedule
Kansas Band News has announced the schedule for the 2019 Kansas Bandmasters Marching Band Competition - Shawnee Mission West Pride will be marching at 9:30 AM! Step-off Band (Class) 8:00 AM Bishop Carroll Screamin' Eagles (Gold) 8:15 AM McLouth High School Marching Band(Gold) 8:30 AM Wichita East Marching Blue Aces (Gold) 8:45 AM De Soto High School Marching Wildcats (Blue) 9:00 AM Olathe Northwest Raven Pride (Blue) 9:15 AM Blue Valley Southwest High School Band (White) 9:30 AM Shawnee Mission West Marching Band (White) 10:00 AM Free State High School Band (White) 10:15 AM GCHS Marching Stampede (Blue) 10:30 AM "The Pride of Southwest Kansas" (Blue) 10:45 AM EHS Band…
Read More
Sept 27th Marching Show Photos and Video
For the first time, the Shawnee Mission West Pride Marching Band performed Thor's Hammer marching show in full! Please enjoy these photos and video of the show. (more…)
Read More
Shawnee Mission West Homecoming Parade
We were happy to have clear and mild weather for the homecoming parade this afternoon! Check out the photos and videos from the parade thanks to our fantastic band parents! (more…)
Read More
Band Notes Aug 25, 2024
We are SO PROUD of the West Pride Bands! Way to go. I saw so much leadership from so many people today - and I'm not just talking about drum majors and section leaders. It was so fun to see everyone working together, problem solving, and being part of the team. Upperclassmen - way to welcome the freshmen! (more…)
Read More
Photo Set 1 from the MEGA Car Wash
Photographer and band parent emeritus, Will England, came out and shot some photos of the band students washing cars - please enjoy these photos! (more…)
Read More
Band was Rocking at the Car Wash
Over at Lenexa, the Band was Jammin! Flow State, a side gig by several of the band members covered 'Take Warning' by Operation Ivy - give it a watch! (more…)
Read More
Photos from the First Marching Show
Band parent emeritus, Will England, took photos from our first marching show on Sept. 1st. They are available to download and use free of charge from our Smugmug site! (more…)
Read More
2022 Winter Band Concert Photos
Tonight was the Winter Band Concert with both Jazz Bands, the Freshman Concert band, and the Marching Band all playing their part! We have a few photos from rehearsals to share with you! (more…)
Read More
Hollywood Christmas Parade Broadcast Schedule
Shawnee Mission West Marching Band was proud to be a part of the Hollywood Christmas Parade! It was recorded live and the broadcast will be on Friday, December 16th at 7:00 PM Central Time. (more…)
Read More
2019 KBA Marching Festival Schedule – SM West
From Mr. Thomas: Saturday: KBA Marching Festival - STRANGE schedule. Not my desire, but due to a packed performance schedule (28 bands), we must leave the campus at noon (fire marshal’s declaration), then if we are in finals, we will drive back. Please eat breakfast prior to arrival in the morning. You can eat lunch when we arrive back in KC. Similarly, if we make it into finals, please eat before arrival back at West to return. 6:15a - Call time – come in T-shirt, shorts, socks, marching shoes etc. Change into uniform, upon arrival at school. 6:45 Bus departs West 8:00 Bus arrives at Topeka Washburn University Warm-up 9:30 Preliminary performance 9:50 Change into street clothes to watch other bands…
Read More
2019 Kansas Bandmasters Competition Schedule
Kansas Band News has announced the schedule for the 2019 Kansas Bandmasters Marching Band Competition - Shawnee Mission West Pride will be marching at 9:30 AM! Step-off Band (Class) 8:00 AM Bishop Carroll Screamin' Eagles (Gold) 8:15 AM McLouth High School Marching Band(Gold) 8:30 AM Wichita East Marching Blue Aces (Gold) 8:45 AM De Soto High School Marching Wildcats (Blue) 9:00 AM Olathe Northwest Raven Pride (Blue) 9:15 AM Blue Valley Southwest High School Band (White) 9:30 AM Shawnee Mission West Marching Band (White) 10:00 AM Free State High School Band (White) 10:15 AM GCHS Marching Stampede (Blue) 10:30 AM "The Pride of Southwest Kansas" (Blue) 10:45 AM EHS Band…
Read More
Sept 27th Marching Show Photos and Video
For the first time, the Shawnee Mission West Pride Marching Band performed Thor's Hammer marching show in full! Please enjoy these photos and video of the show. (more…)
Read More
Shawnee Mission West Homecoming Parade
We were happy to have clear and mild weather for the homecoming parade this afternoon! Check out the photos and videos from the parade thanks to our fantastic band parents! (more…)
Read More
Band Notes Aug 25, 2024
We are SO PROUD of the West Pride Bands! Way to go. I saw so much leadership from so many people today - and I'm not just talking about drum majors and section leaders. It was so fun to see everyone working together, problem solving, and being part of the team. Upperclassmen - way to welcome the freshmen! (more…)
Read More
Photo Set 1 from the MEGA Car Wash
Photographer and band parent emeritus, Will England, came out and shot some photos of the band students washing cars - please enjoy these photos! (more…)
Read More
Band was Rocking at the Car Wash
Over at Lenexa, the Band was Jammin! Flow State, a side gig by several of the band members covered 'Take Warning' by Operation Ivy - give it a watch! (more…)
Read More
Photos from the First Marching Show
Band parent emeritus, Will England, took photos from our first marching show on Sept. 1st. They are available to download and use free of charge from our Smugmug site! (more…)
Read More
2022 Winter Band Concert Photos
Tonight was the Winter Band Concert with both Jazz Bands, the Freshman Concert band, and the Marching Band all playing their part! We have a few photos from rehearsals to share with you! (more…)
Read More
Hollywood Christmas Parade Broadcast Schedule
Shawnee Mission West Marching Band was proud to be a part of the Hollywood Christmas Parade! It was recorded live and the broadcast will be on Friday, December 16th at 7:00 PM Central Time. (more…)
Read More
2019 KBA Marching Festival Schedule – SM West
From Mr. Thomas: Saturday: KBA Marching Festival - STRANGE schedule. Not my desire, but due to a packed performance schedule (28 bands), we must leave the campus at noon (fire marshal’s declaration), then if we are in finals, we will drive back. Please eat breakfast prior to arrival in the morning. You can eat lunch when we arrive back in KC. Similarly, if we make it into finals, please eat before arrival back at West to return. 6:15a - Call time – come in T-shirt, shorts, socks, marching shoes etc. Change into uniform, upon arrival at school. 6:45 Bus departs West 8:00 Bus arrives at Topeka Washburn University Warm-up 9:30 Preliminary performance 9:50 Change into street clothes to watch other bands…
Read More
2019 Kansas Bandmasters Competition Schedule
Kansas Band News has announced the schedule for the 2019 Kansas Bandmasters Marching Band Competition - Shawnee Mission West Pride will be marching at 9:30 AM! Step-off Band (Class) 8:00 AM Bishop Carroll Screamin' Eagles (Gold) 8:15 AM McLouth High School Marching Band(Gold) 8:30 AM Wichita East Marching Blue Aces (Gold) 8:45 AM De Soto High School Marching Wildcats (Blue) 9:00 AM Olathe Northwest Raven Pride (Blue) 9:15 AM Blue Valley Southwest High School Band (White) 9:30 AM Shawnee Mission West Marching Band (White) 10:00 AM Free State High School Band (White) 10:15 AM GCHS Marching Stampede (Blue) 10:30 AM "The Pride of Southwest Kansas" (Blue) 10:45 AM EHS Band…
Read More
Sept 27th Marching Show Photos and Video
For the first time, the Shawnee Mission West Pride Marching Band performed Thor's Hammer marching show in full! Please enjoy these photos and video of the show. (more…)
Read More
Shawnee Mission West Homecoming Parade
We were happy to have clear and mild weather for the homecoming parade this afternoon! Check out the photos and videos from the parade thanks to our fantastic band parents! (more…)
Read More
Band Notes Aug 25, 2024
We are SO PROUD of the West Pride Bands! Way to go. I saw so much leadership from so many people today - and I'm not just talking about drum majors and section leaders. It was so fun to see everyone working together, problem solving, and being part of the team. Upperclassmen - way to welcome the freshmen! (more…)
Read More
Photo Set 1 from the MEGA Car Wash
Photographer and band parent emeritus, Will England, came out and shot some photos of the band students washing cars - please enjoy these photos! (more…)
Read More
Band was Rocking at the Car Wash
Over at Lenexa, the Band was Jammin! Flow State, a side gig by several of the band members covered 'Take Warning' by Operation Ivy - give it a watch! (more…)
Read More
Photos from the First Marching Show
Band parent emeritus, Will England, took photos from our first marching show on Sept. 1st. They are available to download and use free of charge from our Smugmug site! (more…)
Read More
2022 Winter Band Concert Photos
Tonight was the Winter Band Concert with both Jazz Bands, the Freshman Concert band, and the Marching Band all playing their part! We have a few photos from rehearsals to share with you! (more…)
Read More
Hollywood Christmas Parade Broadcast Schedule
Shawnee Mission West Marching Band was proud to be a part of the Hollywood Christmas Parade! It was recorded live and the broadcast will be on Friday, December 16th at 7:00 PM Central Time. (more…)
Read More
2019 KBA Marching Festival Schedule – SM West
From Mr. Thomas: Saturday: KBA Marching Festival - STRANGE schedule. Not my desire, but due to a packed performance schedule (28 bands), we must leave the campus at noon (fire marshal’s declaration), then if we are in finals, we will drive back. Please eat breakfast prior to arrival in the morning. You can eat lunch when we arrive back in KC. Similarly, if we make it into finals, please eat before arrival back at West to return. 6:15a - Call time – come in T-shirt, shorts, socks, marching shoes etc. Change into uniform, upon arrival at school. 6:45 Bus departs West 8:00 Bus arrives at Topeka Washburn University Warm-up 9:30 Preliminary performance 9:50 Change into street clothes to watch other bands…
Read More
2019 Kansas Bandmasters Competition Schedule
Kansas Band News has announced the schedule for the 2019 Kansas Bandmasters Marching Band Competition - Shawnee Mission West Pride will be marching at 9:30 AM! Step-off Band (Class) 8:00 AM Bishop Carroll Screamin' Eagles (Gold) 8:15 AM McLouth High School Marching Band(Gold) 8:30 AM Wichita East Marching Blue Aces (Gold) 8:45 AM De Soto High School Marching Wildcats (Blue) 9:00 AM Olathe Northwest Raven Pride (Blue) 9:15 AM Blue Valley Southwest High School Band (White) 9:30 AM Shawnee Mission West Marching Band (White) 10:00 AM Free State High School Band (White) 10:15 AM GCHS Marching Stampede (Blue) 10:30 AM "The Pride of Southwest Kansas" (Blue) 10:45 AM EHS Band…
Read More
Sept 27th Marching Show Photos and Video
For the first time, the Shawnee Mission West Pride Marching Band performed Thor's Hammer marching show in full! Please enjoy these photos and video of the show. (more…)
Read More
Shawnee Mission West Homecoming Parade
We were happy to have clear and mild weather for the homecoming parade this afternoon! Check out the photos and videos from the parade thanks to our fantastic band parents! (more…)
Read More
Band Notes Aug 25, 2024
We are SO PROUD of the West Pride Bands! Way to go. I saw so much leadership from so many people today - and I'm not just talking about drum majors and section leaders. It was so fun to see everyone working together, problem solving, and being part of the team. Upperclassmen - way to welcome the freshmen! (more…)
Read More
Photo Set 1 from the MEGA Car Wash
Photographer and band parent emeritus, Will England, came out and shot some photos of the band students washing cars - please enjoy these photos! (more…)
Read More
Band was Rocking at the Car Wash
Over at Lenexa, the Band was Jammin! Flow State, a side gig by several of the band members covered 'Take Warning' by Operation Ivy - give it a watch! (more…)
Read More
Photos from the First Marching Show
Band parent emeritus, Will England, took photos from our first marching show on Sept. 1st. They are available to download and use free of charge from our Smugmug site! (more…)
Read More
2022 Winter Band Concert Photos
Tonight was the Winter Band Concert with both Jazz Bands, the Freshman Concert band, and the Marching Band all playing their part! We have a few photos from rehearsals to share with you! (more…)
Read More
Hollywood Christmas Parade Broadcast Schedule
Shawnee Mission West Marching Band was proud to be a part of the Hollywood Christmas Parade! It was recorded live and the broadcast will be on Friday, December 16th at 7:00 PM Central Time. (more…)
Read More
2019 KBA Marching Festival Schedule – SM West
From Mr. Thomas: Saturday: KBA Marching Festival - STRANGE schedule. Not my desire, but due to a packed performance schedule (28 bands), we must leave the campus at noon (fire marshal’s declaration), then if we are in finals, we will drive back. Please eat breakfast prior to arrival in the morning. You can eat lunch when we arrive back in KC. Similarly, if we make it into finals, please eat before arrival back at West to return. 6:15a - Call time – come in T-shirt, shorts, socks, marching shoes etc. Change into uniform, upon arrival at school. 6:45 Bus departs West 8:00 Bus arrives at Topeka Washburn University Warm-up 9:30 Preliminary performance 9:50 Change into street clothes to watch other bands…
Read More
2019 Kansas Bandmasters Competition Schedule
Kansas Band News has announced the schedule for the 2019 Kansas Bandmasters Marching Band Competition - Shawnee Mission West Pride will be marching at 9:30 AM! Step-off Band (Class) 8:00 AM Bishop Carroll Screamin' Eagles (Gold) 8:15 AM McLouth High School Marching Band(Gold) 8:30 AM Wichita East Marching Blue Aces (Gold) 8:45 AM De Soto High School Marching Wildcats (Blue) 9:00 AM Olathe Northwest Raven Pride (Blue) 9:15 AM Blue Valley Southwest High School Band (White) 9:30 AM Shawnee Mission West Marching Band (White) 10:00 AM Free State High School Band (White) 10:15 AM GCHS Marching Stampede (Blue) 10:30 AM "The Pride of Southwest Kansas" (Blue) 10:45 AM EHS Band…
Read More
Sept 27th Marching Show Photos and Video
For the first time, the Shawnee Mission West Pride Marching Band performed Thor's Hammer marching show in full! Please enjoy these photos and video of the show. (more…)
Read More
Shawnee Mission West Homecoming Parade
We were happy to have clear and mild weather for the homecoming parade this afternoon! Check out the photos and videos from the parade thanks to our fantastic band parents! (more…)
Read More
Band Notes Aug 25, 2024
We are SO PROUD of the West Pride Bands! Way to go. I saw so much leadership from so many people today - and I'm not just talking about drum majors and section leaders. It was so fun to see everyone working together, problem solving, and being part of the team. Upperclassmen - way to welcome the freshmen! (more…)
Read More
Photo Set 1 from the MEGA Car Wash
Photographer and band parent emeritus, Will England, came out and shot some photos of the band students washing cars - please enjoy these photos! (more…)
Read More
Band was Rocking at the Car Wash
Over at Lenexa, the Band was Jammin! Flow State, a side gig by several of the band members covered 'Take Warning' by Operation Ivy - give it a watch! (more…)
Read More
Photos from the First Marching Show
Band parent emeritus, Will England, took photos from our first marching show on Sept. 1st. They are available to download and use free of charge from our Smugmug site! (more…)
Read More
2022 Winter Band Concert Photos
Tonight was the Winter Band Concert with both Jazz Bands, the Freshman Concert band, and the Marching Band all playing their part! We have a few photos from rehearsals to share with you! (more…)
Read More
Hollywood Christmas Parade Broadcast Schedule
Shawnee Mission West Marching Band was proud to be a part of the Hollywood Christmas Parade! It was recorded live and the broadcast will be on Friday, December 16th at 7:00 PM Central Time. (more…)
Read More
2019 KBA Marching Festival Schedule – SM West
From Mr. Thomas: Saturday: KBA Marching Festival - STRANGE schedule. Not my desire, but due to a packed performance schedule (28 bands), we must leave the campus at noon (fire marshal’s declaration), then if we are in finals, we will drive back. Please eat breakfast prior to arrival in the morning. You can eat lunch when we arrive back in KC. Similarly, if we make it into finals, please eat before arrival back at West to return. 6:15a - Call time – come in T-shirt, shorts, socks, marching shoes etc. Change into uniform, upon arrival at school. 6:45 Bus departs West 8:00 Bus arrives at Topeka Washburn University Warm-up 9:30 Preliminary performance 9:50 Change into street clothes to watch other bands…
Read More
2019 Kansas Bandmasters Competition Schedule
Kansas Band News has announced the schedule for the 2019 Kansas Bandmasters Marching Band Competition - Shawnee Mission West Pride will be marching at 9:30 AM! Step-off Band (Class) 8:00 AM Bishop Carroll Screamin' Eagles (Gold) 8:15 AM McLouth High School Marching Band(Gold) 8:30 AM Wichita East Marching Blue Aces (Gold) 8:45 AM De Soto High School Marching Wildcats (Blue) 9:00 AM Olathe Northwest Raven Pride (Blue) 9:15 AM Blue Valley Southwest High School Band (White) 9:30 AM Shawnee Mission West Marching Band (White) 10:00 AM Free State High School Band (White) 10:15 AM GCHS Marching Stampede (Blue) 10:30 AM "The Pride of Southwest Kansas" (Blue) 10:45 AM EHS Band…
Read More
Sept 27th Marching Show Photos and Video
For the first time, the Shawnee Mission West Pride Marching Band performed Thor's Hammer marching show in full! Please enjoy these photos and video of the show. (more…)
Read More
Shawnee Mission West Homecoming Parade
We were happy to have clear and mild weather for the homecoming parade this afternoon! Check out the photos and videos from the parade thanks to our fantastic band parents! (more…)
Read More
Band Notes Aug 25, 2024
We are SO PROUD of the West Pride Bands! Way to go. I saw so much leadership from so many people today - and I'm not just talking about drum majors and section leaders. It was so fun to see everyone working together, problem solving, and being part of the team. Upperclassmen - way to welcome the freshmen! (more…)
Read More
Photo Set 1 from the MEGA Car Wash
Photographer and band parent emeritus, Will England, came out and shot some photos of the band students washing cars - please enjoy these photos! (more…)
Read More
Band was Rocking at the Car Wash
Over at Lenexa, the Band was Jammin! Flow State, a side gig by several of the band members covered 'Take Warning' by Operation Ivy - give it a watch! (more…)
Read More
Photos from the First Marching Show
Band parent emeritus, Will England, took photos from our first marching show on Sept. 1st. They are available to download and use free of charge from our Smugmug site! (more…)
Read More
2022 Winter Band Concert Photos
Tonight was the Winter Band Concert with both Jazz Bands, the Freshman Concert band, and the Marching Band all playing their part! We have a few photos from rehearsals to share with you! (more…)
Read More
Hollywood Christmas Parade Broadcast Schedule
Shawnee Mission West Marching Band was proud to be a part of the Hollywood Christmas Parade! It was recorded live and the broadcast will be on Friday, December 16th at 7:00 PM Central Time. (more…)
Read More
2019 KBA Marching Festival Schedule – SM West
From Mr. Thomas: Saturday: KBA Marching Festival - STRANGE schedule. Not my desire, but due to a packed performance schedule (28 bands), we must leave the campus at noon (fire marshal’s declaration), then if we are in finals, we will drive back. Please eat breakfast prior to arrival in the morning. You can eat lunch when we arrive back in KC. Similarly, if we make it into finals, please eat before arrival back at West to return. 6:15a - Call time – come in T-shirt, shorts, socks, marching shoes etc. Change into uniform, upon arrival at school. 6:45 Bus departs West 8:00 Bus arrives at Topeka Washburn University Warm-up 9:30 Preliminary performance 9:50 Change into street clothes to watch other bands…
Read More
2019 Kansas Bandmasters Competition Schedule
Kansas Band News has announced the schedule for the 2019 Kansas Bandmasters Marching Band Competition - Shawnee Mission West Pride will be marching at 9:30 AM! Step-off Band (Class) 8:00 AM Bishop Carroll Screamin' Eagles (Gold) 8:15 AM McLouth High School Marching Band(Gold) 8:30 AM Wichita East Marching Blue Aces (Gold) 8:45 AM De Soto High School Marching Wildcats (Blue) 9:00 AM Olathe Northwest Raven Pride (Blue) 9:15 AM Blue Valley Southwest High School Band (White) 9:30 AM Shawnee Mission West Marching Band (White) 10:00 AM Free State High School Band (White) 10:15 AM GCHS Marching Stampede (Blue) 10:30 AM "The Pride of Southwest Kansas" (Blue) 10:45 AM EHS Band…
Read More
Sept 27th Marching Show Photos and Video
For the first time, the Shawnee Mission West Pride Marching Band performed Thor's Hammer marching show in full! Please enjoy these photos and video of the show. (more…)
Read More
Shawnee Mission West Homecoming Parade
We were happy to have clear and mild weather for the homecoming parade this afternoon! Check out the photos and videos from the parade thanks to our fantastic band parents! (more…)
Read More
Band Notes Aug 25, 2024
We are SO PROUD of the West Pride Bands! Way to go. I saw so much leadership from so many people today - and I'm not just talking about drum majors and section leaders. It was so fun to see everyone working together, problem solving, and being part of the team. Upperclassmen - way to welcome the freshmen! (more…)
Read More
Photo Set 1 from the MEGA Car Wash
Photographer and band parent emeritus, Will England, came out and shot some photos of the band students washing cars - please enjoy these photos! (more…)
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Band was Rocking at the Car Wash
Over at Lenexa, the Band was Jammin! Flow State, a side gig by several of the band members covered 'Take Warning' by Operation Ivy - give it a watch! (more…)
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Photos from the First Marching Show
Band parent emeritus, Will England, took photos from our first marching show on Sept. 1st. They are available to download and use free of charge from our Smugmug site! (more…)
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2022 Winter Band Concert Photos
Tonight was the Winter Band Concert with both Jazz Bands, the Freshman Concert band, and the Marching Band all playing their part! We have a few photos from rehearsals to share with you! (more…)
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Hollywood Christmas Parade Broadcast Schedule
Shawnee Mission West Marching Band was proud to be a part of the Hollywood Christmas Parade! It was recorded live and the broadcast will be on Friday, December 16th at 7:00 PM Central Time. (more…)
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2019 KBA Marching Festival Schedule – SM West
From Mr. Thomas: Saturday: KBA Marching Festival - STRANGE schedule. Not my desire, but due to a packed performance schedule (28 bands), we must leave the campus at noon (fire marshal’s declaration), then if we are in finals, we will drive back. Please eat breakfast prior to arrival in the morning. You can eat lunch when we arrive back in KC. Similarly, if we make it into finals, please eat before arrival back at West to return. 6:15a - Call time – come in T-shirt, shorts, socks, marching shoes etc. Change into uniform, upon arrival at school. 6:45 Bus departs West 8:00 Bus arrives at Topeka Washburn University Warm-up 9:30 Preliminary performance 9:50 Change into street clothes to watch other bands…
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2019 Kansas Bandmasters Competition Schedule
Kansas Band News has announced the schedule for the 2019 Kansas Bandmasters Marching Band Competition - Shawnee Mission West Pride will be marching at 9:30 AM! Step-off Band (Class) 8:00 AM Bishop Carroll Screamin' Eagles (Gold) 8:15 AM McLouth High School Marching Band(Gold) 8:30 AM Wichita East Marching Blue Aces (Gold) 8:45 AM De Soto High School Marching Wildcats (Blue) 9:00 AM Olathe Northwest Raven Pride (Blue) 9:15 AM Blue Valley Southwest High School Band (White) 9:30 AM Shawnee Mission West Marching Band (White) 10:00 AM Free State High School Band (White) 10:15 AM GCHS Marching Stampede (Blue) 10:30 AM "The Pride of Southwest Kansas" (Blue) 10:45 AM EHS Band…
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