Photos from 2025 DUSD Friends and Family Show.
The Emerald High School Winter Guard is made up of 9th-11th graders at Emerald High School! The guard program is under the direction of Coach O. We perform at competitions and community events. Please see below for details.
Winter guard fits within 4 months. It runs from December - April.
There are three major commitments for marching band:
Must be enrolled in a band class (see band options above)
Mandatory weekday/weekend rehearsals, and mandatory competitions/performances.
All of these items are tied to the student's grade in class.
Calendar TBA.
This section consists of marimba, vibes, xylophone, bells, and auxiliary percussion instruments.
Rhythm section instruments, such as synth bass guitar, are added as needed.
This section consists of snare, quads, bass drum, and cymbals.
Auditions
TBA
10th-11th graders may receive one semester of PE credit for one season of Winter Guard.
Winter 2025 Rehearsal Schedule
TBA
Competitions and Performances
TBA