It is our pleasure to offer the opportunity to you and your child to become a part of the C.E. King Middle School Band Program!
The band program at C.E. King offers several options to suit everyone's needs. The band at C.E. King consists of 200 to 250 students divided into Symphonic, Concert, Wind Ensemble and Beginner Bands. We emphasize character building, strong principles and leadership ideals throughout all grade levels. Our hope is to help students become better people, students and musicians through their band career.
Students can begin playing their instruments in sixth grade in like-instrument classes that meet for forty-eight minutes per day. During their first year, students work to establish a solid fundamental foundation, develop proper individual practice habits, learn how to operate in the band environment and grow stronger in their music reading and theory abilities. Our goal is to allow students to have fun in a productive and structured atmosphere.
Seventh and eighth grade band students audition to be placed in one of three bands. The Wind Ensemble, Concert and Symphonic Bands perform at a number of events throughout the year, including pep rallies, individual and small ensemble contests, school concerts, the Texas UIL Concert and Sight Reading Contest as well as concert band festivals in the Houston area. Students in each group attend one section rehearsal each week and have the opportunity to work with directors individually as well.
With an emphasis on instrument fundamentals, musical performance and student leadership skills, the C.E. King Band offers a well-rounded learning environment for all students wishing to participate.