Skip To Main Content

Toggle Close Container

Translate Container

Search

Toggle Search Container

Search Canvas Container

Close Search Canvas

Translate Container

Horizontal Nav

Breadcrumb

Band

Band Course Offerings
VJA Bands has a long history of excellence, with our Marching Band, Wind Symphony, and indoor ensembles
being nationally recognized and invited to perform at prestigious events nationwide.

GENERAL INFO

Current 8th graders interested in band will register for either BAND, or PERCUSSION as a core class.

Band members may choose to join one or more of these band auxiliary groups:

  • Jazz Band
  • Pep Band - Pit Orchestra
  • Winter Percussion
  • Winter Guard (Winter Guard is open to all)
FULL PERIOD CLASS
Band is a full period class, held during the school day similar to any other elective class.
CONCERTS
Band students perform in four home concerts a year, as well as, participating in Marching Band in the summer and fall.
PLACEMENTS

Although an audition is not required, it is strongly encouraged. Placement into Wind Symphony is based on spring auditions.

INTRO TO BAND

Did you leave a previous band program, or are interested starting fresh and joining one of VJA’s most decorated groups? Check out some information about Intro to Band - it’s a new course and an unique opportunity that welcomes anyone and everyone interested in participating in music.

UPCOMING EVENTS

  • PRISM CONCERT: Dec 10 & 12, 2024
  • SPRING BAND CONCERT: Mar 11, 2025
  • FINALE CHORAL CONCERT: May 13, 2025