Hover over "home" or on the three vertical lines and click on the pages you wish to know more about. After previewing the website, please contact Erika Beal, Band Director with any questions at erika_beal@catawbaschools.net
Spring 2026: March 30---Current 6th graders/Rising 7th graders- Sign up for an instrument to play in person at the Meet and Greet held at RBMS on Monday, March 30 from 5-8! Come down to the band room and write your name beside the instrument you want to play- it's as easy as that! If you want to play drums/percussion: you MUST audition for a spot. We have 8 spots available for next year. Come to the band room anytime between 5 and 8 to sit down one on one with Mrs. Beal to try out- no stress, no prior knowledge on drums required.
Click on the page labeled "How do I choose and get an instrument" for more info.
Important Dates, Fall/Spring 2025-2026
Required of ALL band students: Winter Band Concert: Monday, Dec. 8 2025 in RBMS Gym
Required of ALL band students: Spring Band Concert: Thursday, May 7 2026 in RBMS Gym
Required of 8th grade band students: 2025-2026
Wednesday, Oct. 22: RBMS Football Game (Band plays in the stands). Wear your band t-shirt! T-shirt information will go home the first week of school.
Friday, October 24th: BHHS Football Game (Band plays in the stands, watches BHHS marching band halftime show, students are free to leave after half time). Wear your band t-shirt!
Monday, Oct. 27: Optional, but highly encouraged - All County Band Auditions
Friday/Saturday November 14 and 15th: All County Band Clinic (only for those that audition and are selected for All County Band)
Required of Jazz Band Students 2025-2026:
Winter Band Concert: Monday December 7th in RBMS Gym
Spring Jazz Band Concert: Monday, April 27th in RBMS cafeteria (combined with the BHHS jazz ensemble)
Watch the video below for general information about band at RBMS!