The foundation and driving force of the instrumental arts program takes place during the late fall and spring semesters through students performance in wind band ensembles. Our staff focuses on increasing each student’s musicianship while creating valuable aesthetic musical experiences through the performance of high-quality literature.
Students are placed in one of our three large wind bands on the merit of an audition. This allows our staff to provide more individualized instruction based on the needs of each student. Both concert bands, the Wind Ensemble and the Symphonic Band, perform at all Southmoore Concerts as well as participating in the OSSAA State Band Contest in April.
Students also participate in regular after school sectional rehearsals. In addition, all students will participate in chamber groups of like instruments in order to improve individual musicianship.