Welcome New Band Students!

Rehearsals:

Each ensemble holds rehearsals after school. Prior to every rehearsal, there is a required study hall period. During this time, students are expected to focus on academic work. If academic responsibilities are complete, students should use the time to practice or prepare for rehearsal.

Fall Season

Marching Band Practice (Full Band and Dragoneras): Tuesdays & Thursdays - 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm (8:00 pm during Competition Weeks)
Marching Band Sectionals: Wednesdays - 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm

Rehearsals (After Marching Season ends):

Wind Ensemble: Thursdays 4:00 - 6:30 pm
Concert Band: Tuesdays 4:00 - 6:30 pm
Concert Choir: TBA
Jazz Band: TBA
Percussion Ensemble/Indoor Drumline: TBA
Winter Guard: TBA

COURSE SELECTIONS (Subject to change):

2026-2027 Curriculum

Wind Ensemble Band I - IV ; V, VI (Honors Classes
Instrumental Ensemble I- IV
Instrumental Techniques (Percussion/Front Ensemble Class) I- IV
Eurythmics (Dragoneras) I - IV

Questions often asked about being in Band at JHS:

CAN I DO BAND AND...

Our members participate in high level academics (AP/ Dual enrollment courses/etc.), JV/Varsity sports including football, flag football, tennis, soccer, baseball, basketball and more), many have jobs outside of school, and many are also part of other campus organizations such as AFJROTC, National Honor Society, Orchestra, Theater, JHS leadership, SGA and more!

PLEASE TALK TO MR. HARLAN IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS!

CAN BAND HELP ME GET INTO COLLEGE? YES!!!!!

College admissions officers clearly state that students who participate in arts classes (such as BAND) have an advantage over students who do not.

Music program participation can help students “stand out” on applications.
Enrollment in music classes over multiple years is valued more by universities than extra years of a foreign language or supplemental math courses.
Being a part of band over multiple years, shows colleges a student has determination, social skills to work in a group, creativity and problem solving, and extracurricular interest.

OTHER BENEFITS OF MUSIC:

Being a part of band can help ease the transition to high school by giving students a sense of belonging, confidence, and identity on day one of classes.
Students who participate in music programs on average have higher SAT scores than students who do not participate in music.
Music students have higher self-esteem and are better at coping with anxiety.
Music programs require teamwork as part of a band or orchestra. In these groups, students will learn how to work together and build camaraderie.
With encouragement from teachers and parents, students playing a musical instrument can build pride and confidence. Musical education is also likely to develop better communication skills.

welcome to the JEFFERSon high school Instrumental Music Program

welcome to the JEFFERSon high school Instrumental Music Program

Welcome New Band Students!

Rehearsals:

COURSE SELECTIONS (Subject to change):

Questions often asked about being in Band at JHS: