Performing Ensembles at SMS

Symphonic Band (Band 3): This is the highest level of band offered at Seminole Middle. Students are placed in this ensemble by audition and director approval only. Auditions are held in the spring for the following school year. Students in this ensemble are expected to be very serious musicians focused on performing at a very high level and exploring their musicality to the fullest extent. Students will explore music theory, solo literature, and Grade 3 & 4 band literature. This ensemble attends Solo & Ensemble, District Music Performance Assessment, and National Band competitions. The ensemble usually takes an overnight competition trip in the spring where attendance is crucial. Concert attire for the gentlemen consists of a black suit OR a black tuxedo, white dress shirt, black dress tie, black socks and black dress shoes. The ladies in the Symphonic Band are required to wear a full length black dress, which is purchased through us, and black dress shoes. Click here for the Symphonic Band uniform letter and order form.

Concert Band (Band 2): This is the intermediate level of band offered at Seminole Middle. Students move into the Concert Band after a year of training in the Cadet Band program. Students in this ensemble will explore music theory, solo literature, and Grade 2 & 3 band literature. Students will be challenged to improve their musical abilities while developing a love for music and its importance to society. Concert Band attire for the gentlemen consists of a black suit OR a black tuxedo, white dress shirt, black dress tie, black socks and black dress shoes. The ladies in the Concert Band are required to wear a full length black dress, which is purchased through us, and black dress shoes. Click here for the Concert Band uniform letter and order form.

Cadet Band (Band 1): This band class is offered to those students with little or no previous experience in band. The curriculum includes the history of instruments, music literature, music theory, ear training, and solo & ensemble performance. Students will perform in three major performances throughout the school year. Students will learn the fundamentals of instrumental performance and the importance of music in their lives. Concert attire consists of black dress pants, black socks and black dress shoes, and an SMS Music Department polo shirt to be purchased through the band department. Click here for the Cadet Band uniform letter.

Jazz Band: The jazz ensemble is made up of a traditional jazz instrumentation consisting of Sax, Trumpet, Trombone, and a full rhythm section. This ensemble will perform all types of musical styles, study famous figures in Jazz, and develop improvisation skills. The uniform is Black and White for formal performances and the traditional “bowling shirt” for more casual performances.

Color Guard: This is an audition-only ensemble that provides performance opportunities in Flag, Rifle, Sabre & Dance. The group is extracurricular and holds regular rehearsals after school on Wednesdays and Fridays. Auditions are held in early September and the competition season begins in late January, continuing through early April. Previous dance, gymnastics, or baton experience is helpful but not required.

Program Activity List and General Information: Click here!

2008 - 2009 Band Calendar: Click here!

All-County Audition sound files: Click here!