Congratulations to the Fairview Marching Knights on a 4th place finish at the 2009 State Marching Band Competition. GO FMK.
Fairview's marching program is supported by a host of professional marching band instructors, as well as parent volunteers. In 2009, The Fairview Marching Band placed fourth in the state marching band competition and third in the Metro Regional Competition. In addition, they received the most improved band award at the 2009 Metro Regional Competition. In 2007, Fairview was 7th in the state 5A competition. In 2006, the Fairview Marching Band placed fourth in the state marching band competition, and first in the Northern Regional competition. Marching students are required to spend time outside of school preparing for marching competitions. During the marching season, students spend about 300 hours outside of regular school hours practicing for competitions.
Competitions and Trips
FMK usually competes in 5 competitions during the Fall and performs at every home football game. The competitions take place mid-September to late October. The marching band goes to Disney World once every four years and on a shorter trip every two years. The band went to Disney World in December of 2006 and anticipates returning to Disney World in December 2010. FMK also marches in the Lights of December Parade in Boulder every year.
