Whitney M. Young Magnet HS Bands


Find everything you need to join our Band Program at this website:

sites.google.com/cps.edu/wyperformingarts/home?authuser=0 

Email me at jrbarbick@cps.edu with any questions! 

We look forward to you joining us in the WY Band Program!!!

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Congratulations to the WY Jazz Combo 

for winning 1st place in the Combo category 

at the 2025 Purdue University Jazz Festival.


Congratulations to the following WY Band students who were selected to All-State:


Johannes Ancheta, alto saxophone, Honors Jazz Ensemble

Jazmyn Cameron-Irons, flute, Honors Concert Band


Watch this video for more info about joining the WY Band program! 

Visit this website for more class programming info.

The Whitney Young Band program has a tradition of excellence and offers students the opportunity to participate as a beginner or aspiring professional. Over 150 students participate in a range of concert and jazz bands. Students develop musicianship, creativity, professionalism, and leadership skills as they share experiences and build memories that will last a lifetime.

For more information send an email to Mr. Barbick at jrbarbick@cps.edu.

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