Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.
Concert performances-Band uniform shirt (tucked in), plain black dress pants and solid-colored black shoes. A plain black belt is optional. Football Game Performances-Band Uniform Shirt, Khaki Pants or shorts and tennis shoesBack to Top
Does the band perform at football games?
The band performs at least two HOME football games each season. Football games take place during the Falland the games are at MHS Stadium.Back to Top
Where can I keep my instrument during the day?
Each band student is assigned a storage area in the band room. This is a place band students may put instruments while they are not in use. If a student wants to bring their instrument home, they may pick it up at the end of the day in the band room.Back to Top
How many concerts does the band perform?
During the school year, the Full Band (Intermediate and Advanced classes) performs a Holiday Concert in December, a Spring Concert in April/May and band festival performances during March. There are also several football games performances as well. Beginning Band students are only required to perform at the Winter and Spring Concerts.Back to Top
Can I still be in band if I am in sports, dance team or cheerleaders?
Yes! It is important while you are in junior high that you try what interests you. Make sure that you can make the commitmnet to more than one organzation then we can work out rehearsal/practice schedules with sponsers when conflicts arise.Back to Top
Yes we do! This past year, our band went on 2 trips to Parish Band Festival and District Band Festival.Back to Top
Which band class should I sign up for?
If you were a band student at your previous school then you should sign up for intermediate band. Advanced band is for 8th graders only, students who have been playing for at least 3 years. Advanced band class is by permission of the director only.Back to Top