INTRODUCTION

Chris Hardesty will begin his 12th year as a band director and his 7th year teaching at Northwest Cabarrus High School.  Prior to his appointment, Chris taught at Marvin Ridge Middle School where he co-directed the 6th-7th-8th grade bands and other performing ensembles offered within the band program.  He was also an assistant director with the Marvin Ridge High School Band.  Chris currently oversees the various offerings of the Northwest Cabarrus High School Bands and collaborates with Mr. David Parker at Northwest Cabarrus Middle School as a comprehensive band program.