BUFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL

Symphonic Band

DIRECTORS: KATHY MASON & MATT SCOTT

The Buford Middle School Band program is comprised of 265 students. Additionally, 55 students are enrolled in a second band class bringing the total number of students on roll to 320. Students have the opportunity to participate in a wide variety of instrumental ensembles including Symphonic Band, Concert Band, Bucket Band, Jazz Band, and many chamber groups. The Symphonic Band is the premier group of our program and consists of seventh and eighth-grade band students who have earned the position through their dedication to excellence in instrumental studies. The Symphonic Band consistently earns superior ratings at LGPE and students are well represented in GMEA District and All-State events. In 2021 and 2022, Buford had the highest number of students selected to the GMEA District 13 Honor Band and ten students selected to GMEA All-State groups. Our band students are active in all aspects of the school including school sports, leadership, and clubs. They truly exemplify the Buford tradition of AAA Excellence: Excellence in Academics, Athletics, and the Arts.

Life Painting……………………………………………………………………………………………………......Aaron Perrine

Bitscapes………………………………………………………………………………………………………………Jennifer Rose

Matt Groves, Guest Conductor

Scattered Light……………………………………………………………………………………………………..…Ryan Fraley

Inside Out…………………………………………………………………………………………………………....Chris Creswell

Commissioned by the Buford Middle School Symphonic Band

Choose Joy……………………………………………………………………………………………………Randall Standridge