About
The Deep Run Band program encompasses a large number of activities, including Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, Jazz Band, and Marching Band. Students that participate in the band program can learn the skills it takes to play instruments, coordinate with other musicians, and better themselves through music. Below are some FAQs for new members.
FAQs
For all Band Members:
Why should I join the band?
The band offers the ability to play music with fellow students, while giving friendship and camaraderie between band mates.
What are the time commitments?
Band members need to practice outside of class, and be ready for concerts. There will be early morning rehearsals, as well as rehearsals during lunch.
What are the expectations of band?
It is expected that band members learn their music, and participate in class. This goes for members of the marching band.
For Marching Band Members:
Do I need to know how to march to join marching band?
Not at all! You will learn how to march during band camp, as well as the ins and outs of marching band.
What is band camp?
Band camp is the two-week period during the end of August in which the members of the marching band learn to march and the yearly show.
What are competitions like?
Band competitions take place on Saturdays throughout the season. They consist of performing the show in front of judges, and watching other bands perform.
For any other questions, please contact the band director.
Why should I join the band?
The band offers the ability to play music with fellow students, while giving friendship and camaraderie between band mates.
What are the time commitments?
Band members need to practice outside of class, and be ready for concerts. There will be early morning rehearsals, as well as rehearsals during lunch.
What are the expectations of band?
It is expected that band members learn their music, and participate in class. This goes for members of the marching band.
For Marching Band Members:
Do I need to know how to march to join marching band?
Not at all! You will learn how to march during band camp, as well as the ins and outs of marching band.
What is band camp?
Band camp is the two-week period during the end of August in which the members of the marching band learn to march and the yearly show.
What are competitions like?
Band competitions take place on Saturdays throughout the season. They consist of performing the show in front of judges, and watching other bands perform.
For any other questions, please contact the band director.