About WMB
We are a competitive field band, a marching ensemble that focuses on producing a highly polished, artistic, and choreographed show to perform for professional judges and audiences, often competing against other bands for rankings, awards, and scores. 2024 We won LS2 State Championship! Ranked National Class for the 2026 season!
The Students
Our competitive marching band is comprised of roughly 90 musicians and dancers from Webster, NY’s two middle schools (Wilink & Spry) and two high schools (Schroeder & Thomas). During our 6 month season, rain or shine (or snow or heat) these students show up and consistently prove how hard working and dedicated they are to this group and each other!
The Staff
The Webster Marching Band is very fortunate to have the best and most dedicated, professional staff working with our band members.
This includes a director, two assistant directors, staff for winds, drumline, front ensemble, and colorguard, and support for composition and drill design!
Every day during our six-month marching band season, they push our kids to be resilient, creative, and dedicated, encouraging leadership and community in every practice and event. Then they show up again for Winterguard, Kidets, and winter percussion, all while planning and collaborating on the next year's show!
They say it takes a village and our Webster students are in great hands!
The Parent Booster Club
The WMB Booster Club is comprised of some of the most amazing parents and volunteers in existence! Throughout the entire 6 month band season and beyond, they are building props, running fundraisers, volunteering, and hauling kids and equipment from one town to another.
The Booster Club is organized by an elected board who oversees everything from maintaining our 501c3 status to ensuring that students have access to water and snacks on 12 hour competition days.
If you would like to support the WMB Boosters, please visit our DONATION page.
Our Philosophy
The mission of the Webster Marching Band Program is to develop musicianship, discipline, professionalism, responsibility, character, and leadership through the marching arts. With the support and dedication of our educators, boosters, and administrators, students will have the opportunity to learn, develop, and internalize these principles which are the keys to outstanding bands and exemplary members of our society. We use the motto Excellence through Class, Style, and Pride to remind our students and staff that we should always represent ourselves, our school, and our community with excellence. We seek to make sure our program helps develop well-rounded students who will be well equipped to meet the challenges and opportunities of the world post-high school. 🎶🎵
Our Motto
Style: the essence of our band’s field show. We take pride in performing complex musical arrangements, including beautifully orchestrated pieces. Our style shines through in the execution of intricate drills. Audiences are captivated by the powerful music and the stunning visual presentation, a blend of precision and flair. Marching in a field band is a unique American art form that has earned us a very positive reputation. “Style” also embodies the energy and enthusiasm we radiate as we march in parades, stirring excitement and bringing joy to all who watch. Whether it’s a field show or a parade, we do it with style.
Class: the unique trait you display during practice, performances, in school, and within the community. It’s the vibe people feel when they see us, the Webster Marching Band, genuinely celebrating other bands’ achievements. It’s the quiet strength you develop as you learn and grow from every experience. “Class” is how you positively represent our Webster community wherever we go.
Pride: what you feel as you see your growth and improvement in the band. It’s not just about winning championships or awards, but about the commitment to get better. You’ll feel a deep sense of satisfaction when you know you’ve given your best on the field. It’s about being part of a team, working towards a common goal, and feeling that rush of accomplishment. “Pride” is the bond you share with your fellow band members as you perform together. It’s an indescribable feeling that makes every performance special.
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