Usually, successful completion of Intermediate Band is required for entrance. The HHS Band has earned the respect of other bands throughout Southern California over the years. It has on numerous occasions won sweepstakes or 1st places at parade competitions during the Autumn, and Superior Ratings at festivals during the Spring. In May 1999, they earned a Unanimous Superior Rating at a regional festival, one of only 12 bands in Southern California so honored. In addition to owning an instrument or borrowing one from the school, there are other costs to be met.
Girls make or buy their own black concert gowns.
Web page visitors should also look at the Band Calendar. This class is specifically designed for incoming Freshmen. The course work is intensive and is geared toward preparing the Ninth Graders for their experience in Marching and Concert Band when they become Sophomores. There are normally two performances per year for this group. This class is for the traditional instruments found in symphony orchestras, violins, violas, cellos, and basses.