About Our Program
About Our Program
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The John A. Ferguson Senior High School band program has a long standing history, beginning with the school's opening in 2004. Our pep band and color guard program serve an important role as one of the most visible entities of our school - acting as the voice of our collective Falcon spirit and pride.
Our program is open to all interested Falcons who demonstrate responsibility, desire, ability, and proper attitude to participate as a member of the group. As band members, students will participate in something larger than themselves and develop vital social, leadership, musical, and academic skill-sets. Students are required to be enrolled in a band class to participate, and are placed in classes according to their experience. Students receive academic credit each quarter they are enrolled. Assignments occur throughout the year and consist of a mixture of student participation, attendance, bell ringer quizzes and playing tests.
For information on how to get involved with the program, please contact Mr. Krejci, Director of Bands at tkrejci@dadeschools.net.
Classes Offered by Mr. Krejci (2025-2026)
Classes Offered by Mr. Krejci (2025-2026)
Falcon Beginning Band (Concert Band): Open to all students, beginning band provides students with little or no experience playing wind and percussion instruments an opportunity to grow and develop their skills as a musician. In this course, students will learn the basics of music theory, instrument care and repair, and how to play on wind, brass, and percussion instruments. Students will prepare and perform two concerts throughout the school year.
Courses: A12, A13, A14, A15
Falcon Symphonic Band: As the top band at Ferguson High School, the purpose of this program is to provide students with opportunities for leadership and creativity in the interpretation and performance of varied literature for wind, brass and percussion instruments. This group will perform two concerts throughout the year, in addition to attending evaluations, competitions, and festivals. This group is open to students with at least one year of prior experience, by audition or selection of Mr. Krejci.
Courses: A87, A88, A89, A90
Falcon Jazz Band / Steel Band: This class will provide a foundation for students to develop and apply styles and idiomatic performance techniques of varied contemporary popular music and jazz literature. Intended for students already enrolled in wind ensemble, by audition or selection with Mr. Krejci. This group will prepare yearly concerts and community performances, alongside attending evaluations, competitions, and festivals.
Courses: A43, A44, A45, A47
Color Guard: This course is for students in the color guard program to develop their performance and leadership skills in a structured classroom environment. In this class, students will learn the basics of color guard and dance technique. Students will also practice and rehearse for upcoming performances. In the spring, students will rehearse for the competitive winter guard season.
Courses: K14
Keyboard I / II: Open to all students, this is an introductory course which teaches students basic music theory as well as the principals of piano playing. Students will learn basic piano technique, how to read music, and how to perform scales, chord progressions, and popular songs on the piano.
Courses:
Extracurricular Activities
Extracurricular Activities
Marching, Pep Band, Drumline: The Mighty Falcon Marching Band is the voice of Ferguson! This group consists of dedicated students who perform at various pep events at the school: pep rallies, sports games, and other select events.
Pan Life Steel Band: Open to all Ferguson students, this club is comprised of a group of musicians who perform contemporary and popular music on steel pan instruments. This will include afterschool rehearsals and preparation for community performances, school events, and upcoming concerts.
Winter Guard: Winter guard is an extension of color guard, and competes during the winter season. This includes several competitive performances throughout South Florida, with a weekly rehearsal schedule. Students will serve as members of a tight-knit team and serve in various leadership roles as they cooperate with their peers throughout the season.
Alma Mater
Alma Mater
Hail to thee, our Alma Mater, ever loyal, brave and true;
Lead us on in truth and honor in the paths that we pursue
Rising up to every challenge, may we keep our goals so high
Forever we will honor thee: Hail to Ferguson High
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