Topeka West Charger Band
The Topeka West Charger Band (Marching Band) has long been know for its quality classical themed marching performances. Members of the band can be freshman through seniors. In 1993, the band consisted of 65 members. Through the hard work and dedication of all the staff and students, the band has consistantly stayed above an enrollment of 120 students.
The Topeka West Charger Band competes regularly in numerous marching competitions and consistently receives superior I ratings and high rankings.
The Topeka West Charger Band competes regularly in numerous marching competitions and consistently receives superior I ratings and high rankings.
Topeka West Charger Guard
The Topeka West Charger Guard is an elite group that performs with the Topeka West Charger Band. The Charger Guard is under the direction of Stacey Harry. It is an audition group of Freshman through Seniors and has received numerous awards. For the past 15 years the guard has received an superior award at the Capital City Marching Festival. The guard has received the "Grand Champion" trophy the last five years they have attended camp. Recently the guard has changed to a private camp here at Topeka West through Marching Auxillaries.
Topeka West WInd Ensemble
The Topeka West Wind Ensemble consists of 42 of Topeka's finest high school musicians. This group is taken from the entire band program and all students are eligible to audition. This ensemble is conducted by Mr.. Barry Evans. with Mr. Harry joining the band for a few numbers.
Topeka West Symphonic Band
The Topeka West Symphonic Band consists of 75 of Topeka's finest high school musicians. They consistently received excellent ratings at the State Large Ensemble Contest. Mr. Kevin Harry is the conductor of the Symphonic Band. Mr.. Evans takes the baton for a few songs through the year.
Topeka West Knights Jazz Ensemble
The Topeka West Knights Jazz Ensemble is made up of the best musicians that Topeka West has to offer. They meet during the school day and perform at concerts, contest and public performance. They are one of the best jazz ensembles in Kansas. They have consistently received a superior I rating at the University of Kansas Jazz Festival, Lawrence, and the Washburn Univeristy Jazz Festival in Topeka.
Topeka West Percussion Ensemble
Directed by Mr. Kevin Harry, The Topeka West Percussion Ensemble is a class that meets during 2nd hour of the school day. They have consistently recieved Superior Ratings at both regional and state solo festival.