Welcome to the Lewisville High School Band!
When you join the LHS Band you are going to be a part of something GREAT. We are excited to help provide you with a place to continue playing music with friends. Pursuing excellence through fun music making experiences can be a game changer for you!
Everything you've learned in your middle school band will have prepared you to have an amazing experience in our high school band. We will work with you to schedule around conflicts with other school activities and want you to be successful here at LHS!
Participation in the LHS Band fulfills your Fine Arts AND P.E. credit!
Concert Bands at Lewisville
Bands at Lewisville High School meet everyday either 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th Period. We offer four different levels of bands - a place for everyone to succeed at their level!
Bands include the WIND SYMPHONY, SYMPHONIC WINDS, CONCERT BAND & VARSITY BAND.
Interested in Jazz Band? We have one of the most established Jazz programs in LISD.
Marching Band
Marching band happens from the end of July to the end of October. Everyone is involved during all of our Friday Night Varsity football game performances, including creating our traditional LHS spell-out at the end of halftime! Being a part of Friday Night Lights while we support our Fighting Farmer Football team is a lot of fun!
All students also have the opportunity to earn competitive marching drill spots in the fall show for marching band contests that happen in October. Most recently the LHS Band earned straight 1's at the 2023 UIL Regional Contest, and advanced to the Area Marching Contest!
New Parent/Student Meeting
Please plan on attending one of the following meetings:
Hedrick Middle School Band Hall: Monday, January 29, 6pm
Huffines Middle School Band Hall: Tuesday, January 30, 6pm
DeLay Middle School Band Hall: Tuesday, January 30, 6pm
Durham Middle School Band Hall: Thursday, February 1, 6pm
This meeting covers typical topics parents are interested in including: time commitment, cost and graduation requirements.
Important Dates
April 17 - LHS Band/Athletics Physicals, anytime between 4:30-6:30PM in LHS Gym
May 1 through May 8 - Fall 2024 Placement Auditions (during your middle school band class; ALL students will be placed in one of the four band classes - no one will be "cut")
8th Grade Rehearsals will take place two afternoons in May in your middle school band hall from 4:30-5:30pm.
- Huffines: Wednesdays 5/1 and 5/8 4:30-5:30pm
- DeLay: Wednesdays 5/1 and 5/8 4:30-5:30pm
- Hedrick: Thursdays 5/2 and 5/9 4:30-5:30pm
- Durham: Fridays 5/3 and 5/10 4:30-5:30pm
Saturday, May 11th, 8am-12pm - Marching Rehearsal (all members)
Saturday, May 18th, 8am-12pm - Marching Rehearsal (all members)
Parent Meeting and Band Registration: Saturday, May 18th, 11:30am. LHS Main Auditorium
SUMMER FULL BAND DATES: July 29-August 3, August 5-10, August 12
SUMMER PERCUSSION: June 3-7, July 22-26 plus "Summer Full Band Dates"
IMPORTANT DATES
Meet the Band Directors
4-Year Student Schedule Plan:
FAQ's
Can students do athletics and band?
Absolutely! We currently have students who are in both band and football, volleyball, wrestling, ROTC, cheer, baseball, basketball and more. We work really well with the coaches and counselors to make class schedules and rehearsal/practice schedules work for each student.
What should students expect for the band audition?
LHS Band Directors will travel to your middle school to listen to you perform during your band class. The performance will include scales and a prepared piece of your choice (a solo, an etude, band music, etc). We want to hear you playing at your very best - this should not be a stressful process!
What if students are hesitant to do marching band?
Nearly all freshman are a bit anxious about the unknowns of high school including how to participate in marching band. We provide a few marching rehearsals designed for the freshman in May so that they can get acclimated and get a feel for what it is all about. Most students come into high school unsure about marching band, but after their first year it becomes one of the most favorite aspects of the band program!
Can students participate in 4 years of band and still graduate?
Yes! We have 70 seniors this year that are completing 4 years of band while graduating with endorsements and honors. Most of our band students are on the upper academic tracks and are often the top of their class. Historically, 50% of the Senior class Top Ten are band students! Check out this link for sample schedules to make band work in your schedule: Sample Student Schedules
When should I expect to receive more information about end-of-summer and fall dates?
LHS Band Directors will send out a full list of summer and fall dates by February. Your middle school directors will also keep you updated on pertinent information!
Straight From The Students
"Marching Season is where you will make some of the best memories with not only your section but with other people around you too!" - Yuliana, Flute
"The environment is so amazing. It may seem scary at first but everyone is automatically so welcoming. I can genuinely say I've had some of the best times of my life because of band :)" - Dylan, French Horn
"The LHS Band has taught me that responsibility is key to success, and it feels like a community within the school. It has taught me many life and social skills that I will carry with me into college." -Chris, French Horn
"I love music and the friends I've made." - Andrew, Trombone
"I have so much fun with my friends and when we play at a football game it's the best thing ever." - Jesus, Tuba
"I'm glad that I joined the LHS Band because I got to meet amazing people and some of the best band directors." - Esbeydi, Flute
"Band is very fun in high school. From competition days to game days, there's lots of fun to be had." - Diego, Trumpet
"My favorite thing about band is being a part of something much bigger than just myself and being able to play some great music." -Jaime, Tuba
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