Congratulations to the Carlsbad High School Orchestra students on a truly spectacular concert last night! It was a privilege to witness the ensembles perform at their absolute highest level, creating a result that was nothing short of beautiful. Most impressive was the way the students internalised and applied the feedback from our festival clinicians and rehearsals to deliver a polished, professional performance. Their dedication to constant improvement was on full display, and the growth shown by both ensembles is a testament to their hard work. Congratulations to all!
Congratulations CHS Orchestra members for scoring a Division 1 rating at the 2026 Disneyland Symphony of Magic Invitational!
Our Chamber and String orchestra ensembles combined forces to perform for an enthusiastic crowd and festival judges, earning a 39.8 out of 40 points.
Discover your sound with the Carlsbad High School Orchestra, a vibrant community dedicated to musical excellence and artistry. Our program offers students unique opportunities to perform in premiere venues, compete in elite festivals, and build lasting friendships. Whether you’re an experienced player or a rising talent, there’s a chair waiting for you in our award-winning ensembles. Join us this season and experience everything it means to be a Lancer musician!
Open to everyone - grades 9-12! No music experience required.
Receive Fine Arts credit.
Explore the history of mariachi music, try the traditional instruments, practice singing in Spanish with others, and learn to read basic music notation.
There are no extra commitments outside of school hours.