Part of a two-show set: Dr John Hugh Gillis Stage Band & The Nth Degree
The Dr. JH Gillis Regional High School Stage Band has been going strong for over 40 years! It started in the 70s with teacher Brent Bannerman and has continued for the past 14 years with Helen Bannerman. Students from grades 9-12 can access the band program. We play a variety of big band styles including swing, rock, blues, and funk. This group of students dedicates a great deal of their time to being better student musicians. Along with stage band rehearsals, all these students also play in Concert Band. We play at school and community events, music festivals, and participate in band trips. Our most recent trips include Montreal and Quebec City. We like to work on pieces that include the entire ensemble, but also ones that feature soloists that give our players a chance for individual growth and leadership. We are honoured to be part of the fourth annual Antigonish Jazz Festival!