Director & Staff

Director of Instrumental Music - Mr. Noah Harkness

Education:

• Grand Canyon University - Bachelor of Arts in Music Education

Bio: 

Noah is the director of bands and orchestras at Valley Vista High School appointed in 2026. Mr. Harkness conducts all bands and orchestras at Valley Vista, including the Valley Vista Vanguard Marching Band and Jazz Ensembles. 

Prior to joining Valley Vista High School, Mr. Harkness attended Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, Arizona, graduating with a bachelors degree in music education. 

Outside of the classroom, Mr. Harkness enjoys the outdoors, reading, and playing all kinds of music.

Note: Mr. Harkness will be out of town and away from his computer from June 10th-July 10th.

Email: noah.harkness@dysart.org

Phone: 623-523-8800 ext. 4974