• The Concert Band is structured to cover ensemble concepts, facilitate more articulate technique, and teach fundamentals of each instrument and over all ensemble skills. Placement in Concert Band is open to any MCMS student who has completed one year of instrument study. Mr. Ross conducts the Concert Band. Some students from Concert Band will be eligible to join our Non-Varsity competition group at contest in the Spring.

    Expectations
    • Demonstrate proficiency on 12 major scales & chromatic scale
      Students should perform at the Solo/Ensemble contest
    • Performance of concert music as assigned by the director
    • Attendance at section rehearsals and/or full band rehearsals/clinics before or after school
    • Students should study privately on his/her instrument
    • Demonstrate theory comprehension through Semester written exam
    • Expected to perform at UIL Concert/Sight-reading Contest
    • Expected to perform at various ensemble competitions & festivals
    • Remain academically eligible in all classes
    • Should participate in Band Fundraisers

    Uniform for all members:
    Formal Uniform: Black tuxedo pants, socks, shoes, and white tuxedo shirt. Students are required to purchase all parts.
     
    Infomal Uniform: The MCMS Band t-shirt is $10 each.


    Time
    • Concert Band meets daily (6th Period)
    • Students must attend a 1 hour section each week.

  •  Maurice Ross, conductor     Email