The high school band program provides four to five levels of band classes during the school day. Instructional priorities include instrumental technique, musicianship, critical listening, cultural growth, basic music theory, creative self-expression, rehearsal and concert etiquette, self-discipline, responsible citizenship, effective communication, problem solving, and production of quality products. The band year is divided into marching season and concert season. During marching season, students learn marching fundamentals, marching chart reading, how to play and march simultaneously, spatial awareness, kinesthetic awareness and movement memory. A variety of musical styles are performed. Physical conditioning is also emphasized. Students should be in good physical condition to participate. Concert season provides students an opportunity to continue musical growth and experience music literature. Individual, small, and large ensemble concepts and skills are emphasized. Three or more levels of performing bands are offered at each school. Students are placed in each level by specific performance criteria including an audition. Performances during the concert season include 3-5 concerts and 3-5 festival performances. Students may also participate in a series of auditions related to the all-state process as well as solo and ensemble contests.

• Students in the marching band rehearse 6-8 hours per calendar week beginning the first week of school until the final marching contest of the season usually around the beginning of November. Summer marching rehearsals begin the last week of July or August 1 depending on the needs of the band program and the school calendar. Freshman marching training sessions are sometimes held in June. Marching band students attend all varsity football games including playoff games. Marching rehearsal requirements for playoff games are significantly reduced to 1 or 2 hours per week. Members of competition marching bands participate in 3-5 marching contests as well. Marching bands may advance to the UIL Area and State Marching Championships.
• Instructor:Mr. Eisemann, Mr. Green, and Mr. McAnear