2009 Football Season

2009 Marching Band Begins

2009 Spring Concert

2009 Spring Banquet

Class of 2012


Class of 2011


Class of 2010


Class of 2009

2009 Spring Recital

2009 Spring Recital Con'd

Frank the Fearsome Pirate

2009 Variety Show IT'S A TIME WARP

2009 Variety Show Act 2 - IT'S A THRILLER

2009 VARIETY SHOW
IT'S A THRILLER

May 2009 Jazz Desert

2009 Percussion Ensemble

2009 Percussion Ensemble

The Winter Guard Does It Again! First Place, Gold Medal, Fourth Time in a Row

Congratulations to the DHS Winter Guard on a perfect season of NESBA competition. Performing a dazzling show called "Crazy," which was loaded with complex choreography, flag and dance skills, the Guard received the highest scores for their division in every venue, and came home from Finals with a first-place, gold-medal finish. Watch the show on YouTube (search "Dover High Winter Guard") and see it live at the DHS Spring Concert on June 2.

DPMC KRISPY KREME SALE!

The DPMC is having a KRISPY KREME SALE! These fresh, delicious donuts are $6 per dozen and will be ready for pick-up just in time for Easter Sunday. Order yours from any DHS Music student or by e-mailing Wendy at harmon12@metrocast.net. Delivery is on Saturday, April 11 from 3 to 6 at DHS. All orders must be pre-paid and turned in by April 8. Additional order forms are available in Ms. B's office.

This fundraiser is being held to offset the DPMC's revenue loss due to the cancellation of the Dover NESBA Winter Competition, and to help with future transportation costs, as the Music Department's bus budget has run out. Please help us make this sale a huge success! Thank you for your support.

Jazz Desserts Night - Tuesday, April 14, 6:30 PM

The ever-popular "Jazz Desserts Night" will be held at the DHS Cafeteria on Tuesday, April 14, at 6:30. This concert showcases the work of the DHS Jazz Band and many other performing groups. A full buffet of delightful, delectable desserts and beverages will be served for everyone's enjoyment.

Everybody Cut "FOOTLOOSE!"

DHS Winter Guard & Percussion Ensemble Announce NESBA Competition Schedules

The award-winning DHS Winter Guard and Percussion Ensemble are preparing amazing shows for their upcoming NESBA Competition season. Their schedules are listed below. Be sure to catch one of their performances.

WINTER GUARD:

2/21 at Blackstone, MA
3/1 at Salem, MA
3/14 at Barnstable, MA
3/15 at Mansfield, MA
3/21 at Everett, MA
3/29 Finals at Reading, MA

PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE:

March 15th, at Mansfield, MA
March 21st, at Everett, MA
March 28th, Finals at Dartmouth, MA

NHMEA Solo & Ensemble Festival at KSC

On February 14 a group of DHS musicians loaded the bus, packed the equipment truck, and headed to Keene State for the annual NHMEA Solo and Ensemble Festival. Students performed as soloists and in small groups, gaining experience in an audition and adjudication setting. The scores were amazing and everyone had a great day. Pictured above is the Select Choir, performing "Il Est Bel Et Bon."

FOOTLOOSE - The Musical - March 5, 6, 7, 8

The DHS Music Department and the DHS Drama Club will present FOOTLOOSE - THE MUSICAL on March 5, 6, 7 at 7 PM and March 8 at 2 PM. The show is a collaboration with the community theater group, The Garrison Players, and is packed with dancing, singing, romance, and good old-fashioned fun. All performances will be in the Walker Auditorium at Dover High School. Don't miss this great show!

NHMEA Jazz All-State Festival, Feb. 5-7, 2009

The NHMEA Jazz All-State Festival was held at Pinkerton Academy on February 5, 6, and 7. This event included workshops, lectures, rehearsals, and performances by students who were selected from statewide auditions. Congratulations to Laura Chong and Danny Symington, who represented DHS at the Festival.

NHMEA Chamber Music Festival at Timberlane HS

On Saturday, January 10, three DHS Music students traveled to Timberlane High School for the annual NHMEA Chamber Music Festival. Students who attended this event had earned the highest scores statewide at their NH All-State Auditions. At the Festival they rehearsed all day in small chamber ensembles and attended workshops and performances, and performed in an amazing concert that evening. Congratulations to Matthew Gregoire, Emily Harmon, and Maria Boudreau for being selected to attend this event! A DPMC high-five goes out to home-schooled violinist, Ellen Bergeron, who also represented Dover at the festival.

Looking Ahead to the 25th Annual DPMC Fall Craft Fair

Greetings, Crafters!

The 25th Annual DPMC Fall Craft Fair will be held at Dover High School on Saturday, November 7, 2009 from 8:30 to 2:30. Again this year, the Fair will include gift basket raffles, door prizes, the ever-popular Cookie Carousel, an extensive snack bar with hot and cold food items, and a children's corner with face painting and crafts. 175 spaces are available at $40 each, for a 6 X 8 space. Registration begins on May 1. For a Fair application and other information, please contact Beth Binder at danandbethb@comcast.net.

The 24th Annual DPMC Fall Craft Fair

We Honor Our Veterans - City Hall, November 10, 2008

Congratulations, DHS Marching Band Class of 2009

What a Season It Was...

One Last Time - Senior Night 2008

Four Stars, First Place, Perfect Scores at the MEBDA Finals at South Portland

Dover, You May Take YOUR Field in Performance! The 2008 Dover Band Show

Another Great Show at Old Orchard Beach

The Spectacular Salem Band Show

The Band Takes the Field in NESBA Competition at Malden

The 2008 Fall Competition Season Begins at Westbrook

A Great Day at "The Big E"

Recently the DHS Marching Band traveled to Springfield, MA to celebrate New Hampshire Day at the Eastern States Exposition. The band marched in the parade and performed their fall show, "Appalachian Spring." A wonderful time was had by all.

Dover Green Wave Marching Band - 2008 Performances

Be sure to catch a performance of the 2008 DHS Marching Band Show, "Appalachian Spring." Dates and locations are listed below.

09/05 - Football Game, Dunaway Field
09/19 - Eastern States Exposition, Springfield, MA
09/26 - Football Game, Dunaway Field
09/27 - Westbrook, ME Competition
10/03 - Football Game, Dunaway Field
10/04 - Apple Harvest Day, Downtown Dover
10/04 - Malden, MA NESBA Competition
10/11- Salem, NH Band Show
10/17 - Football Game, Dunaway Field
10/18 - 39th Annual Dover Band Show
10/25 - Old Orchard Beach, ME Competition
10/31 - Football Game, Dunaway Field
11/01 - South Portland, ME MEBDA Finals
11/07 - Football Game, Dunaway Field

DPMC Concession Stand Gets A Facelift

Over the summer, the DPMC Concession Stand at Dunaway Field was transformed from a storm- and graffiti-damaged building to a spotless, freshly painted and signed facility. A Mighty-Green-Wave High Five goes out to Mike Gregoire and his company, Mike's Sign Designs, for the donation of time, materials, and initiative to get this project done. Thanks, Mike!

BEFORE....

and AFTER!

A Picture-Perfect Time at Band Camp

Music Awards Banquet - Class Pictures!

The Seniors

The Juniors

The Sophomores

The Freshmen

2008 MARCHING BAND SCHEDULE

The 2008 Marching Band schedule has been announced and is now posted on Edline! Please visit the DHS Music Site Calendar to find all the important dates, times, and locations.

39th Annual Dover Band Show - October 18, 2008

The 39th Annual Dover Band Show will be held at Dunaway Field, Dover High School on October 18, 2008, at 6:00 PM. This show is the longest-running Band Show in New England, and will feature high school and college marching bands from throughout New Hampshire and Maine. The DPMC will offer a wide variety of foods and souvenirs at the concession stands. Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for students and seniors.

24th Annual DPMC Fall Craft Fair - November 1, 2008

Greetings, Crafters!

The 24th Annual DPMC Fall Craft Fair will be held at Dover High School on Saturday, November 1, 2008 from 8:30 to 2:30. Again this year, the Fair will include gift basket raffles, door prizes, the ever-popular Cookie Carousel, an extensive snack bar with hot and cold food items, and a children's corner with face painting and crafts. 175 spaces are available at $40 each, for a 6 X 8 space. Registrations are now being accepted. For a Fair application and other information, please contact Wendy at harmon12@metrocast.net.

2008 Variety Show - "Topsy Turvy"

2008 DHS Percussion Ensemble Takes Second Place at NESBA Finals

Images from Les Miserables - An Amazing Show Presented by the DHS Drama and Music Departments