FERNANDINA BEACH HIGH SCHOOL
ABOUT THE MIGHTY MARCHING PIRATES
Nestled in the heart of Fernandina Beach, Florida, our esteemed band program is under the direction of Mr. Tyler Odom. Our program offers an array of ensembles, including the Symphonic Band, Sailors of Swing – Jazz Ensemble, Winter Guard and the Mighty Marching Pirates Band, our program offers a diverse and enriching music experience.
The Mighty Marching Pirates, with an impressive record of five consecutive “Straight Superior” ratings at the Music Performance Assessments, exemplify our commitment to musical excellence. Similarly, our Symphonic Band has earned superiors, in five out of the last six years, while Sailors of Swing have earned superior ratings the past two years.
Under Mr. Odoms leadership, our band program has achieved remarkable milestones, from the spirited Main Street Parade at Disney to a captivating concert in Gatlinburg, TN at the Smoky Mountain Music Festival and a dazzling Winter Guard performance at the FFCC championships in Daytona Beach, our students have had unparalleled experiences.
CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION
The Mighty Marching Pirate Boosters is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
STAFF
Band Director
Tyler Odom
Assistant Band Director
Asa Jernigan
Instructional Staff
- Johnnie Robinson (Director Emeritus)
- Rene Pittman (Visual Coordinator)
- Shemayah Preliou (Guard Instructor)
- Jay Crossley (Visual Instructor)
- Karissa Bridwell (Percussion Coordinator)
- Brady Graves (Battery Tech)
- Matthew Hickox (Percussion Instructor)
- Bridget Peeples (Visual and Trumpet Tech)
Drum Major
- Natalie Reynolds
Band Captain
- Juliette Peterson
Other Leadership
- Megan Ide (Winds Lieutenant)
- McKenna Tuttle (Guard Lieutenant)
- Nova Taylor (Field Conductor)
- AnnaLee Johnson (Flute Section Leader)
- Mackenzie Ide (Saxamellon Section Leader)
- Emma Paulette (Trumpet Section Leader)
- Garrett Olson (Low Brass Section Leader)