The Marching Band

Membership in the marching band requires strenuous physical exercise and the ability to play the difficult literature encountered in the activity.  All students enrolled in the band program are required to march, which includes students who are eligible to audition for the color guard.  The marching band performs mostly in the fall with parades and special performances scheduled throughout the school year.

The Color Guard

Students who are interested in dance, choreography, and movement may choose to audition for our marching auxiliary unit.  The Guard is an extension of the band program and requires all members to perform in the marching band. Winter Guard is also required. For students that play an instrument, you may audition for the winter guard with approval from the band director. Auditions are usually held after spring break.

The Wind Ensemble

The Wind Ensemble is the primary performing organization in the band department during the winter and spring.  Membership is by audition and/or placement at the discretion of the band director.  The Wind Ensemble will be comprised of students with the performing ability necessary to play up to Grade V literature or higher. Wind Ensemble must audition for All-Region and Solo & Ensemble.

The Concert Band/Symphonic Band

The Concert/Symphonic Band is comprised of students with the performing ability necessary to perform Grade II/III/IV music.  Membership is by audition only and/or placement at the discretion of the band director. Auditioning for All-Region is highly recommended. Performing at Solo & Ensemble Contest is required.

The Drumline & Percussion Ensemble

The drumline and percussion ensemble is led by Mr. Montoya.

The Jazz Band/Gold Rush

Students may elect to audition for Jazz band.  The premier group in the jazz program is the Jazz Orchestra. This group is comprised of students auditioned by the band director. The other jazz groups are strictly on a volunteer-basis and rehearse only after school. The jazz band plays for community events and performs throughout the year. Gold Rush is a newly formed group with members appointed by the band director.