SYMPHONIC BAND

The Symphonic Band is open to all El Modena High School 10th -12th Grade Band students.  Membership is determined by audition.  Students will prepare and perform music for concerts and competitions.  Private lessons are strongly recommended.  All students enrolled in Symphonic Band must be enrolled in Marching Band, the two are co-requisites. Membership carries the following responsibilities:

  1. Attendance at all rehearsals, sectionals, clinics, and performances.

  2. Preparation of All-State/All-Region/County music during Fall Semester.

  3. Audition for All-State/All-Region/County Honor Band or Orchestra. 

  4. Audition for OUSD Honor Band or Orchestra in the Spring Semester.

  5. Performance of prepared music designed to strengthen the proficiency of the student.

  6. Performance of contest music assigned by the directors.

  7. Maintain academic eligibility.

  8. Abide by all El Modena Instrumental Music and Performing Arts Program Handbook policies.

All students must enroll in Symphonic Band (Course M720) AND the Marching Band (Course PE - P780 or No PE - M771) to participate.