DSMS Band Commission-Linda McDavitt

We've reached our goal! Mr. Owens has completed the musical composition. If you would still like to contribute, though, any additional funds will help pay for Mr. Owens' visit to Dripping Springs, TX to work with our band students and conduct on the concert. Any additional funds after that will go to scholarship band students who want private lessons but need financial aid.

The Dripping Springs Middle School Band is commissioning a new piece of music to be written in honor of Linda McDavitt.  The funds are needed by March 22nd, 2017. 

Linda is a retired DS Band Director who's achievements include membership in the Texas Bandmasters Hall of Fame . She now helps manage a grant foundation that provides funds for projects that improve education and quality of life for children and adults. She has most recently sailed around the world while raising money for charity . She also donates an annual scholarship for DSHS Band students.

The composer, William Owens, is one of the most talented modern composers for young bands. The funds will pay for the expenses needed to commission a new work.

The piece will be premiered by the DSMS Band on May 16th, 2017. There will also be a special presentation for Linda at the concert.