Ensembles

Concert Band

The Concert Bands consist of students in grades 9-12th and places emphasis on the development of musical fundamentals in preparation for future placement in Wind Ensemble or Collegiate Ensembles. This ensemble has sectionals throughout the schoolyear and performs a minimum of four concerts. The concert band also attends the ABODA Regional Concert Band Festival.

Wind Ensemble

The Wind Ensemble consists of the most advanced musicians in grades 9-12. This is an auditioned ensemble meeting daily and performing in four concerts along with ABODA festivals & other public appearances throughout the year. Every section of the Wind Ensemble meets weekly for sectionals after school & places an emphasis in the development of elite musicians, educators, or leaders.

The Wind Ensemble earned a rating of Excellence with Recognition at the 2025 Camelback HS ABODA Concert Festival qualifying them for the 2025 ABODA State Festival.

Orchestra

The Orchestra consists of musicians in grades 9-12 and places emphasis on the development of musical fundamentals in preparation for future opportunities in Symphony Orchestra or Collegiate Ensembles. This ensemble has sectionals throughout the schoolyear and performs a minimum of four concerts. The concert band also attends the ABODA Regional Concert Band Festival.

Valley Vista Vanguard

The Valley Vista Vanguard Marching Ensemble consists of musicians in grades 9-12 and places emphasis on the development of the marching arts fundamentals in preparation for competitive season in the ABODA circuit. This ensemble has sectionals, camps, & performances throughout the school year with a minimum of five competitive shows throughout Arizona.

The Vanguard finished the 2024 season with a rating of Superior & clinched the highest score in school history.

This years 2025 production is entitled: ___________________.

Vanguard Big Band

The VVHS Big Band consists of musicians in grades 9-12 and places an emphasis on the development of musical fundamentals in the jazz setting with a focus on big band style. This ensemble has rehearsals & sectionals starting towards the end of the marching season. They perform a minimum of two concerts and other public appearances. The Big Band also attends the ABODA Regional Jazz Band Festival.

The Vanguard Big Band earned a rating of Excellence at the 2025 Willow Canyon HS ABODA Jazz Festival.

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