DHS has a Grade 9 Concert Band, Senior Concert Band (our Symphonic Winds), and three Jazz Ensembles. In addition to numerous local and regional performances, groups from Didsbury High School have travelled across Canada and to Seattle, Edinburgh, London, Madrid, Sevilla, Valencia and Barcelona to perform and participate in festivals. The Music Program is a tremendous source of pride for the students, school and community.

Music Director Kirk Wassmer ...

Currently, the Director of Bands at the Didsbury High School, Mr. Wassmer instructs courses in Concert Band, Jazz Band and Guitar. He came to Didsbury after teaching at G. P. Vanier Secondary School in Courtenay, BC and Revelstoke Secondary School. He is very proud to say that groups under his direction consistently receive high accolades at provincial, national and international festivals.

In the fall of 2019, Mr. Wassmer was honoured to receive the Elkhorn Award by the Alberta Band Association as Band Director of the Year.

In May of 2024, Mr. Wassmer received the Roy E. Cope Award for 2024 from Chinook's Edge School Division. This award is presented for his significant contribution to student success.

Following a Gold performance at MusicFest in Toronto, Mr. Wassmer was named this year's recipient of the I. Keith Mann/NAC Orchestra Outstanding Band Director Award.

Mr. Wassmer devoted 34 years as a music educator to helping students, and in June of 2024, he hangs up his baton at Didsbury High School.

DHS extends a warm welcome to Mr. Marcus Brodie, who will be joining us as the new Band Director. We know Mr. Brodie is a strong fit for our school community, and are confident he will continue to uphold the tradition of excellence DHS is used to, as well as bringing fresh ideas and perspectives to our band program. His enthusiasm for music and his commitment to the success of our students will make him a valuable asset to our school.