Attendance and performance in fall, winter, and spring concerts, pep band performances, and large group contest in the spring is required. Lessons are given on request.
Students also have the option to participate in jazz band.
A wide variety of styles are covered in all groups emphasizing technique and musicality. Band members are encouraged to participate in solo ensemble contest in some capacity, either playing a solo , or participating in a duet, trio, quartet, ect. Everyone in the concert band is responsible for his or her part, since practice time varies for each student. Independent study in theory, composition, and music history are available on request. Each member is required to attend one lesson per week.