Raider Band, Back in Swing

The Raider Band was back in swing from August 17 to 20 for their summer practices. Be sure to catch Pep Band performances at home football games (including Raider Homecoming 2026) and performances by all of our bands and ensembles at the Winter Band & Chorus Concert on December 11.

Photo Album: Band Summer Practices

August 17 - 20, 2026; The CCHS Band & Music Suite

Click here to view album and download photos on Raider SmugMug.

Students of all grade levels and ability levels came together to work on music for the home football games and the upcoming concerts.

Each summer, the group grows in numbers and ability.

If you are interested in playing an instrument, contact Mr. Denmead at bdenmead@centralcatholic.net and we will get you playing in no time.

Practice week featured Band Breakfast with pancakes by Mr. Bruce Denmead, Band Director (and chef).

Click here to follow the Raider Band on Instagram.

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The Arts at Central Catholic

Self-expression is Central to our community. 

From talented musicians to compelling actors, from inspiring vocalists to powerful photographers, from skilled fine artists to experimental creators and entertainers, Central student-artists are awe-inspiring.

At Central Catholic, students expand and exhibit their talents in an arts program that is broad and flexible enough to inspire unlimited self-expression – and their passion and skills are reflected in their one-of-a-kind personal creations.

Bands & Ensembles

Our band performance groups include:

• the Concert Band,
• the Jazz Band,
• the Pep Band,
• Chamber Ensembles, and
• the Liturgical Band & Chorus.

Additional performance opportunities include the orchestra/pit for the Theatre Guild, open mic night/coffeehouses sponsored by Visions Literary & Arts Magazine, and during the annual Spirit Show.

Band performance groups are featured during the Christmas Concert, during the Spring Concert, and at various other times throughout the year.

Chorus & Choir

Our choral performance groups include:

• the Liturgical Band & Chorus,
• the a cappella group Central Harmony, and
• the Concert Choir.

Students perform in Theatre Guild productions, at open mic night/coffee houses sponsored by Visions Literary & Arts Magazine, and during the annual Spirit Show.

Choral groups are featured during the Christmas Concert, during the Spring Concert, and at various other times throughout the year.

Theatre Arts

As part of the Fine & Performing Arts curriculum, students can take introductory courses in Theatre Arts and higher level courses in Acting & Performance.

Students participate in theater and performance festivals and also join the Theatre Guild, one of the largest and oldest student groups on campus. The Theatre Guild stages two productions each year and offers the opportunity to act or participate in the stage crew.

Visual Arts

Students have numerous opportunities to develop their talents in the visual arts.

They can take introductory courses in Visual Arts and higher-level courses in Painting & Drawing, Photography/Composition, and Studio Art, including an AP course.

The work of student-artists is displayed throughout the school and featured during the annual Art Expo in the spring.

Additional fine arts-related clubs include the Art Club, Visions Literary & Arts Magazine, and the Anime Club.