The Cardinal Marching Band is open to all students who audition and demonstrate the ability to play an instrument or the ability to perform as a twirler. The Band performs for football games and some of the basketball games. The band presents concerts featuring the traditional music of the season. The Band performs for many local events and makes a number of trips each year. In addition, band members may audition to participate in the Texas All-State Junior College Honor Band.
Scholarships are available.
The choir presents several programs each year at the college and for social and service clubs in the area. The choir participates in the Texas All-State Junior College Choir Festival and participates in the presentation of a major broadway musical in conjunction with other departments in the Fine Arts Division. Scholarships are available. Membership is through audition or proven ability. The group presents programs of contemporary Christian music.