View more property details, sales history and Zestimate data on Zillow. A Culture of Excellence and Caring in the Southwest Dekalb High School Band James Seda ChoralMay 2022UpClose May 2, 2022 For well over 60 years, music and band have been vital parts of the student experience at Southwest Dekalb High School (SWD). Mr. Seda maintains an active performance schedule, appearing in venues throughout the United States. Mr. Seda has been the Director of Bands at Southwest Dekalb High School since 2001. James O. Seda is currently the Director of Bands at Southwest Dekalb High School. Television and radio features are also to his credit as CNN displayed his talents in a television documentary on the life of jazz musician Jesse Stone. As we always do, we rehearsed regularly during classes, after school sectionals and full band and special clinics, said Seda. and our Mr. Roberts also serves as the President and CEO, Director, Playwright, and Creator of the critically acclaimed Theatrical Production, DRUMLine Live, which toured all across the U.S., Japan, and Korea from, Mr. Roberts also served as the Director for Halftime Live, whichprovided the official drumline for the Atlanta Hawks from, As an educator, Mr. Roberts has served as the Music Coordinator of the DeKalb County School District since 1996. I think the experience of being on a movie set and the amount of recognition they got had a lasting impact on the program, helping recruitment. He has also performed in St. Thomas, Virgin Islands and Jamaica. Explanations for data columns can be downloaded here. served as the Executive Band Consultant for the Twentieth Century Fox hit movie, Drumline. He was responsible for training the actors, writing the precision drills, rehearsing the band, etc. 16 of 19 found this interesting Interesting? The SWD boys basketball team won the Georgia 5A region championship in 2003 and 2019, the 4A region title in 2011. Both actors came to the school and attended classes with the Southwest DeKalb band members, training with the bands drum line. The screenplay, which was inspired by The Southwest Dekalb High School Drumline or known as SWD written by Tina Gordon Chism and Shawn Schepps. Southwest DeKalb High School ( SWD) is a high school located in unincorporated DeKalb County, Georgia, United States. @font-face { Hailing from Decatur, GA, with a membership of 170-plus students, the program offers many performance options. Mr. Seda is active as a trumpet and band clinician and an adjudicator. Nick Cannons character was based on a hotshot kid who was defiant, and he couldnt read music. Mr. Seda is a four-time recipient of the Citation of Excellence award from the National Band Association. The SWD girls' basketball team won the Georgia 4A state championship in 2008, 2009, and 2010, and the 5A title in 2013 and in 2016. According to Seda, Dr. William P. Foster was the brains behind the A&M band program; starting it in 1946 and not retiring until 1998. Share Download as PDF Get the data. When the name of the school is mentioned, people automatically think of the band. Privacy Policy. In 2008, Mr. Roberts was recognized by the Dallas Austin Foundation as its 2008 Maestro of the Year in Music Education. Prior to that he served as Assistant Director of Bands at Chapel Hill Middle School for two years, the primary feeder school to Southwest Dekalb High School, also assisting with the band program at Southwest Dekalb simultaneously. Southwest Dekalb High School will be moving to zero tolerance for dress code violations! As the chief band consultant, he played a vital role in the making of Drumline and its success. While attending Florida A&M University, Mr. Seda was a very active performer, soon earning the principal trumpet chair in the FAMU Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band, and the lead trumpet chair in the FAMU Jazz Ensemble. All Rights Reserved. He has done studio sessions for television and radio commercials, as well as short films and movies. All students not enrolled in a DeKalb County School District school must also earn a 75th percentile (or higher) total reading score, 75th percentile (or higher) total math score on the baseline M.A.P. Mr. Seda is a member of the American Bandmasters Association, Kappa Kappa Psi National Honorary Band Fraternity, Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity, Minority Band Directors National Association, Phi Beta Mu International Bandmasters Fraternity, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, the Screen Actors Guild, International Trumpet Guild, MACE and NAACP. ft. home is a 4 bed, 2.5 bath property. In addition to his membership in GMEA and Phi Beta Mu International Bandmasters Fraternity, Mr. Roberts is a member of Kappa Kappa Psi Band Fraternity, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity and Music Educators National Conference. The buyer assumes all responsibility for the property condition and occupancy. Mr. Seda has performed in Paris, France, The Montreaux Jazz Festival in Montreaux, Switzerland and the North Seas Jazz Festival in The Haag, Holland. They were also featured in the hit movie Drumline in 2002; the movie used students from Southwest DeKalb High School band as well as from other DeKalb County high schools as extras. served as the Executive Band Consultant for the Twentieth Century Fox hit movie, Drumline. He was responsible for training the actors, writing the precision drills, rehearsing the band, etc. Mr. Seda received his Bachelors of Science Degree in Music Education from Florida A&M University. As the students gained more knowledge as to the significance of the event, as well as what it meant to our program, school and community to be invited, they took ownership to insure our success at the festival., While the students enjoyed all the aspects of the festival, the master classes were especially impressive and effective. In March of 2016, the DRUMLine Live Marching Bandperformed for more than 8,000 "Googlers" as a part of the Google (Engage) Employee World-Wide Convention in Anaheim, California. The Southwest Dekalb High School Band Program has established a tradition of excellence and quality in musical performance. The 2,474 sq. DISTRICT CALENDAR. This home is located at 3787 BIRCHBRIAR CT, DECATUR, GA 30034. Seda majored in engineering for two years before realizing he wanted to be a professional musician, adding, Dr. 2023. Mr. Roberts has served as a clinician, adjudicator, and arranger for many different organizations throughout the Southeast. My Grandmother was a welder during WWII (these are her pictures, she's not in either). The DRUMLine Live Marching Band was featured on worldwide television as they performed with Grammy award winning artist, Ne-Yo, as a part of the 2008 National Hockey League All-Star Game halftime show. If the actors ran into a problem like when Jones wanted to know how to cue a band they would ask the high school directors how to do it. He was also recognized as a 2008 Black History Living Legend by Atherton Elementary School in DeKalb County. font-family: "Verdana"; We work hard and practice hard. It houses one of the two High Achievers Magnet Programs in DeKalb County, the other being Chamblee High School. The SWD boys' track and field teams have won ten state titles, most recently in 2022, including national championships in 1996 and 2007. We do a lot of activities with the elementary and middle school bands, so by the time they get to us, they know us well. Mr. Seda has been recognized and honored by Whos Who Among Americas Teachers multiple times. While it wasnt a consistent schedule, maybe two or three weekdays each week would be devoted to filming, plus weekends. As an educator, Mr. Roberts has served as the Music Coordinator of the DeKalb County School District since 1996. Music has impacted and molded Mr. Sedas life, and he feels that he should share and expose his knowledge and experiences with his students so they may have the same opportunities. He also studied trumpet in the studio of Dr. Marty Robinson. While there, he studied conducting with Dr. William P. Foster and Dr. Julian E. White. He was appointed to a dual role from. Mr. Seda has done further studies in the Masters of Music Education Program at Northern Illinois University in Dekalb, Illinois. The DeKalb School District was recognized as one of the Top 100 Communities in Music Education in America in 2005, 2008, and 2012. She met my Grandfather after the war (he was a Marine on the USS Missouri). The SWD wrestling also have seven state championships, including those won by Rock Yasin, Daquan Warner, and Gabe Echols. Region 2 DeKalb Council of PTA Scholarshi SWD MAGNET PROGRAM PRESENTS GIWAYEN MATA! 27. r/TheWayWeWere 6 days ago. Yes No | Share this. And introduce yourself to me in the comment section. As well The Marching Panthers rival is Stephenson High School located in Stone Mountain, Georgia. 2018 SWD Bands,Created byER Digital Marketing. There are also three Special Interest Magnet schools in Dekalb County. (678) 874-1900. The football team has won numerous region titles: 1972, 73, 77, 78, 81, 83, 84, 87, 88, 89, 90, 94, 96, 99, 00, 09 , 2015. 2023 by DRUMLine Live Entertainment Group, LLC, Mr. Don P. Roberts, M.M.ED. The New York Renaissance Faire (1978) by Estelle Conn. 1 / 20. His musical standards came from the likes of University of Michigans William D. Revelli, with whom he was a good friend. The movie received national and international acclaim. The story is about a young drummer from New York, played by Nick Cannon, who enters the fictional Atlanta A&T University and bumps heads with the leader of his new school's drum sectionals. It houses one of the two High Achievers Magnet Programs in DeKalb County, the other being Chamblee High School. He was also a performer and a writer for the 20th Century Fox hit movie \"Drumline.\"ATL DRUM ACADEMY was formed from his love to not only play but teach other kids and adults alike who have the same passion as himself. Both lines have flare and funk. Southwest Dekalb Vs Stephenson High School Drum Line Battle Round 1 | Drumline Championship 2022 Welcome To Our Channel Atl Drum AcademyTo Subscribe: https://cutt.ly/gBgsQVxOur Website: https://www.atldrumacademy.com/It's Drum Battle Time between these two schools and their friendly rivalry. However the focus and effort from all involved, especially the students, was much more intense [preparing for the festival]. In 2006 SWD was honored by the College Board as a model of excellence for AP class implementation. The high school band program currently has about 250 members and there are another 200 in the middle school program and more in the four elementary bands that feed into the high school. SWD HONORS ALL A'S 1ST SEMESTER 2022-2023. Southwest DeKalb High School won the 2016 Advanced Placement Honors from the Georgia Department of Education. In 2003, it was nominated by the NAACP as Most Outstanding Motion Picture and also nominated for an American Choreography Award for outstanding achievement in a feature film. The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is a U.S. government program that helps many low income households pay for broadband service and internet connected devices. His God given talent landed him at Morris Brown College with a Music Scholarship. Use tab to navigate through the menu items. 3090 Sherwood Oaks Ln , Decatur, GA 30034-3571 is a single-family home listed for rent at /mo. The screenplay, which was inspired by The Southwest Dekalb High School Drumline or known as SWD written by Tina Gordon Chism and Shawn Schepps. In 2005, Mr. Roberts also worked as the Executive Band Consultant on the Missy Elliot hit song, Bad Man, from her album, The Cookbook. As a member of the world famous Marching 100 Mr. Seda served as trumpet section leader for two years, as well as being elected business manager, vice-president, and president in consecutive years. As a member of the world famous Marching 100 Mr. Seda served as trumpet section leader for two years, as well as being elected business manager, vice-president, and president in consecutive years. 2863 Kelley Chapel Rd Decatur GA 30034. The school system allowed the band to film early in the day and then go back to class. Throughout the years, \"Pray and Play\" has always been his motto.If you like this video, please SUBSCRIBE and dont forget to press the bell, like, comment and share. More. Southwest Dekalb High School Virtual Pre-Commencement and Senior Awards Ceremony SWD Panther TV 1.4K views Streamed 1 year ago **JACKSON STATE** SONI$ B@0M 0F DA $0UH SOUTHERN HERITAGE. While attending Florida A&M University, Mr. Seda was a very active musician. According to Seda, The retention is excellent. Southwest DeKalb High School. DrumRoll SouthWest Dekalb HomeComing vs Arabia Mountain 2017 - YouTube 0:00 / 15:34 DrumRoll SouthWest Dekalb HomeComing vs Arabia Mountain 2017 atlbattle 189K subscribers Subscribe 5.8M. At the time, 20th Century Fox was insistent on using a college band. by Ricky. The band were invited to Italy for the Tournament of Roses parade. The movie received national and international acclaim. Music has impacted and molded Mr. Sedas life, and he feels that he should share and expose his knowledge and experiences with his students so they may have the same opportunities. Southwest DeKalb High School. He has also performed in St. Thomas, Virgin Islands. It was the only Georgia school to be honored.[4]. font-family: "Cambria"; Mr. Don P. Roberts, M.M.ED. Presently, Mr. Roberts is pursuing a Doctorate Degree in Administration from Argosy University in Sarasota, Florida. ABOUT USAtlanta Drum AcademyJames Riles III has been playing drums since he was a kid. Fosters motivation and inspiration and high standards wore o on me., After student teaching at Southwest DeKalb, Seda taught band at the schools middle school feeder program for two years, while also assisting at the high school. The school and community embrace the band and theres an expectation of the band to be successful., As a final thought, he adds, Southwest DeKalb is about 98% African-American. Mr. Seda received his Bachelors of Science Degree in Music Education from Florida A&M University. Southwest DeKalb High School (SWD) is a high school located in unincorporated DeKalb County, Georgia, United States. Cookie Notice (678) 874-1900. Veterans stood as each song was played, and each was met with applause as well as a medal from DCSD cadets. Most recently, Mr. Roberts was appointed as the Executive Band Consultant for the upcoming 2017 BET movie, The Yard. He also worked in the same position for the VH-1 and Fox Television Studios movie, Drumline: A New Beat, which is the long awaited sequel to Drumline. The movie premiered on VH-1 in October 2014, and was nominatedfor "Best Music Supervision" for Television: Long Form and Movies, by the Guild of Music Supervisors. The SWD girls' track and field teams have won five state titles, in 1984, 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2011. While there, he studied conducting with Dr. William P. Foster and Dr. Julian E. White. He is a product of the Atlanta Public School System, having graduated from Southside Comprehensive High School. Mr. Roberts also choreographed the drills and routines for the popular Natures Own Whitewheat Bread commercial, which featured marching bands and debuted during the 2005 Super Bowl. Mr. Seda also worked on the 20th Century Fox motion picture DRUMLINE as a music arranger, band organizer, instrumentalist, and actor extra. Southwest DeKalb High School Dekalb County Schools Registration Infinite Campus District Home Parents School Nutrition Bus Routes Quick Links Extracurricular Activities & Clubs Student Activities & Organizations Click here for flyer! He was Multicultural Chairman for the Georgia Music Educators Association for four years (1998 2001). They also benefitted from the lessons and values communicated at the opening session, and having audience time for the performing groups that ensured mutual respect and appreciation for all. The PDF feature will only show the original school report and not any comparisons shown above. Our mission is to ensure student success, leading to higher education, work, and life-long learning. The members wanted to do it and they understood the conditions. Southwest Dekalb Vs Stephenson High School Drum Line Battle Round 1 | Drumline Championship 2022 Welcome To Our Channel "Atl Drum Academy"To Subscribe: ht. The band is a strong part of the schools identity. The Band used for Atlanta A&T was Southwest Dekalb High School Marching Band. assessment taken in the school year 2020-2021. Mr. Seda received his Bachelors of Science Degree in Music Education from Florida A&M University. They won the Georgia AAA state championship in 1973 and the AAAA state championship in 1995. The members were held responsible for keeping up their grades. 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Mr. Seda worked on the 20th Century Fox motion picture DRUMLINE as a music arranger, band organizer, creative consultant, instrumentalist, and actor extra. James O. Seda is currently the Director of Bands at Southwest Dekalb High School. Under the guidance of Mr. Roberts, the DeKalb County School District has one of the largest, most active and innovative music programs in the state of Georgia. One of Mr. Roberts greatest accomplishments as a music educator was the Southwest DeKalb Panthers being the only band in America selected to perform in the Opening Ceremonies of the 1996 Centennial Olympic Games where he worked with world renown Super Producers Kenny Ortega (High School Musical and This Is It) and Don Mischner (Prince Super Bowl Halftime 2007). The film opened to highly positive reviews with most critics liking the energy and playing of the musical bands in the film. EFFECTIVE TUESDAY FEBRUARY 21ST Parents! Zoe Saldana, and Orlando Jones co-star. The Southwest DeKalb High School band was the first African American high school band to ever perform for the Georgia Music Educators Association Convention in state history (1996). Mr. Seda is currently enrolled in the Masters of Music Education Program at Northern Illinois University in Dekalb, Illinois. SWD Alumni Selected as First Female FAMU Drum Major in History, Mr.Alfred Watkinsrehearsed SWD Wind Symphony, 2018 SWD Bands,Created byER Digital Marketing. Directions. The DRUMLine Live tour was managed by Columbia Artist Management Incorporated (CAMI). If you have a DVD of the movie, look for Seda in the scene near the beginning of the film, as one of the four musicians playing When the Saints Go Marching In.. He was appointed to a dual role from 1998-2004 as DeKalb County Music Coordinator and Southwest DeKalb High School Co-Director of Bands. Lebanon H.S. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Mr. Roberts also serves as the President and CEO, Director, Playwright, and Creator of the critically acclaimed Theatrical Production, DRUMLine Live, which toured all across the U.S., Japan, and Korea from 2008-2013. After the movie, record producer Dallas Austin tapped the marching band for a sequel. Mr. Seda has been the Director of Bands at Southwest Dekalb High School since 2001. Drumline is a 2002 American film directed by Charles Stone III. Along with associate director Nicholas Thomas, Seda did some of the arrangements the band played in the film. He was also in the trumpet studio of Dr. Marty Robinson. Be sure to subscribe and hit that notification button to see round #2? He is Co-Founder of Precision Incorporated (Summer Band Camp), Chief Consultant for the Metro Atlanta Battle of the Bands, and former Executive Producer of DeKalb Schools Television Show, "Music in Motion". The movie directors studied several collegiate bands to accurately replicate the mood and characters of a college band. Let me know in the comment section if you have enjoyed this video. It is a part of the DeKalb County School System. Share this video with your friends who are looking for these types of videos.Don't forget to subscribe and click the bell icon for \"ATL DRUM ACADEMY\"#drumline #drumsolo #drumbattle #stephenson #southwestdekalb #marchingband #drums #drumlessons #drumeo #drumming #kidsdrumlessons #atlantadrumacademy #atldrumacademy #drumlessonsforbeginners #drumforkids #drumpractice #drumlessons #drumlinepractice He has also worked with Hollywood Directors, Charles Stone (Drumline) and Billie Woodruff (Drumline: A New Beat). 116 were here. The band also recorded the compact discs, "We Rock the House", in 1996 and Band of the 90s in 2000. #SWD #SouthWestDeKalbPantherBand #SWDDancingDivas2019-20 Edition of the SouthWest DeKalb "Marching Panther Band" at the Dekalb County "Back 2 School" Rally.T. He is a product of the Atlanta Public School System, having graduated from Southside Comprehensive High School. The SWD High School Band were also credited on Mariah Carey's album Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel on the track "Up Out My Face (The Reprise).". The five series weekly show debuted in the fall of 2010. Seda says all were pleased with the portrayal that made it into the film. provided the official band ofthe Atlanta Falcons in 2007 and theWNBAs Atlanta Dream in 2014. Students applying for the high school high achiever's magnet programs Dr. Fosters goal was to just make music, but his standards wore o on generations of band directors. Southwest DeKalb has won 24 athletic State Championships which is the second highest of all DeKalb County schools, most recently being Girls Basketball and Boys Track and Field 2016. Claim this business. He was also the Associate Producer and Executive Band Consultant for the ESPNU Television series, The Battle, which featured some of Americas best Historically Black College and University (HBCU) marching bands. Manage all your favorite fandoms in one place. Percussion Ensemble, PA, Students Talk About Their Positively Life-Changing Festival Experience, Dr. William P. Foster Collaborative Initiative, Growing up musical: A family affair for Atlanta Symphonys Chris Martin, Selecting Repertoire: A Matter of Conscience, A Personal Viewpoint, What Makes Kids KICK IT IN and TAKE THE LEAD. Hailing from Decatur, GA, with a current membership of 170-plus students, the program offers many performance options. His educational philosophy is to foster a firm understanding and appreciation of music by exposing his students to its many styles, therefore making them competitive and adaptive in any musical situation. He held the principal trumpet chair in the FAMU Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band, and the lead trumpet chair in the FAMU Jazz Ensemble. Demonstrating the versatility of the program, director James O. Seda brought the schools Wind Symphony to the Music for All National Concert Band Festival, where it delivered a spirited program of some of the most challenging music heard at the venue. They were quite determined to create an accurate portrayal of a real band director. Website. They have performed all across the United States. He wouldnt get that many chances with his attitude., Director Seda explains the simple rules to the Southwest DeKalbs success. Dunwoody High School is a public high school in Dunwoody, an incorporated city in DeKalb County, Georgia, United States.. Dunwoody enrolls students in grades 9-12, and is operated by the DeKalb County School System.It follows a four by four block schedule, in which students attend four classes every day for 90 minutes. He served as the Chairman of the Music Department and Director of Bands at Southwest DeKalb High School in Decatur, Georgia from 1990 through 1996. The property is being sold as is and the occupancy status is assumed to be occupied. Hailing from Decatur, GA, with a membership of 170-plus students, the program offers many performance options. You are my power to work so please appreciate me by giving your valuable opinion. The relationship starts early., Participating in the production of Drumline was a challenge and a treat. Additionally, he served as Assistant Band Director of the Atlanta Olympic Band, which performed in the Closing Ceremonies of the 1996 Olympic Games. Mr. Seda has performed in Paris, France, The Montreaux Jazz Festival in Montreaux, Switzerland and the North Seas Jazz Festival in The Haag, Holland. Drumline is a 2002 American film directed by Charles Stone III. Southwest Dekalb High School Bands Decatur, GA The Southwest Dekalb High School Band Program has established a tradition of excellence and quality in musical performance. Millions of people saw the hit 2002 20th Century Fox film, "Drumline." What many probably didn't realize is that the Atlanta A&T University band in the movie was played by a high school band. The kids were very proud of the product.. He is a product of the Atlanta Public School System, having graduated from Southside Comprehensive High School. 13 were here. The official page of Southwest DeKalb High School Hailing from Decatur, GA, with a current membership of 170-plus students, the program offers many performance options. Mr. Seda is a member of Kappa Kappa Psi National Honorary Band Fraternity, Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity, The International Trumpet Guild, Georgia Music Educators Association, Music Educators National Conference, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, the Screen Actors Guild and MACE. In 2009 school administrators reported that students were enrolled in AP courses in chemistry, biology, physics, calculus, English, European history, French, Spanish, government, U.S. history, world history, economics, statistics and psychology. Posted by Kourtni Halsey | May 31, 2009 | Articles, Musician Profiles |. He is a product of the Atlanta Public School System, having graduated from Southside Comprehensive High School. Mr. Roberts also served as the Director for Halftime Live, whichprovided the official drumline for the Atlanta Hawks from 2007-2014. Southwest Dekalb High School Unclaimed 2863 Kelley Chapel Road, Decatur, GA 30034 Contact info 4 /10 GreatSchools Rating 11 reviews 1,176 Students Grades 9-12 4 /10 GreatSchools Summary Rating 4/10 Test Scores below average 6/10 Student Progress average 2/10 College Readiness below average 3/10 Equity below average Last updated: Jul 31, 2022 There are also three Special Interest Magnet schools in Dekalb County. Seda is a 1998 graduate of Florida A&M, an institution that has been legendary for producing a huge number of band directors who have made their mark in the music world. Copyright 2020 Music Education Alliance. As the chief band consultant, he played a vital role in the making of Drumline and its success. Mr. Seda received his Bachelors of Science Degree in Music Education from Florida A&M University. Region 2 DeKalb Council of PTA Scholarshi. Stay safe and Love all. His educational philosophy is to foster a true understanding and appreciation of music by exposing his students to its many styles, therefore making them competitive and adaptive in any musical situation.