Band Aides West - Shawnee Mission West Pride Band.

September 8, 2024September 8, 2024

Band Notes Sept 8th

Let me start by saying however FANTASTIC JOB Marching Band last Friday! We are so incredibly proud of your efforts and your first performance! There were. a few bobbles, but that was to be expected, but you played very well and marched very fine for our first show! BRAVO! (more…)

September 7, 2024September 7, 2024

First Marching Show Media

Perfect weather - great performances by the band, dance and flag teams! Check out the photos and videos created from our first marching show! (more…)

September 1, 2024September 1, 2024

Band Notes, Sept. 1, 2024

Good Sunday afternoon everyone. Here are some very important notes for the upcoming week. We have our first marching performance - BandAides parents meeting - and our next trip unveiling! (more…)

August 26, 2024August 26, 2024

Shawnee Mission West Featured on KMBC9!

The Shawnee Mission West Pride Bands, Cheer, Dance and Flag teams were featured this morning on KMBC, News Channel 9 for their 'Banding Together' back to school series! Check out the video and photos from the event! (more…)

August 25, 2024August 25, 2024

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…)

August 24, 2024August 24, 2024

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…)

August 24, 2024August 24, 2024

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…)

August 18, 2024August 18, 2024

Band Notes Aug 18, 2024

Freshman Concert Band students and parents – welcome! The first playing test is coming due for the Marching Band. Are you ready? Have you been practicing?

August 11, 2024August 11, 2024

Band Notes Aug, 11 2024

Here we go with the first installment of our weekly blog posts with news, notes, schedule and details for the Shawnee Mission West Bands! Read on for insights and details of what is to come in the next few weeks. (more…)

2024 Shawnee Mission West Mega Car Wash, August 24 2024

August 3, 2024August 3, 2024

2024 Band Mega Car Wash

On August 24th, 9AM to 4PM, We invite to you come to the Ace Hardware on 87th (and Grant or Lackman) for a FREE car wash by the Shawnee Mission West Band, Dance and Flag Teams! All students are fundraising for band equipment, trips and more - and yes, tips are encouraged, but not required. (more…)