Concert Band

There are two concert bands at HJHS. Concert bands are based on grade level. The bands focus on beginner through intermediate fundamentals and large ensemble performance. The 7th & 8th grade bands participate in school assembly programs, evening concerts, off-campus field trips to Highland HS and bus trips to District Level Concert Band Festivals. Additionally, the 8th grade band travels to State Level Concert Band Festivals. Previous band experience is recommended, but not required. 

Jazz Band 

This is an introductory course in the Big Band Jazz genre. Students will experience various jazz styles and the art of improvisation. Jazz band is open to both 7th and 8th graders. This band is one of the most popular instrumental music classes available. Contact Mrs. Ballard if you are interested as you need teacher approval for this course. Jazz band may require an audition. All jazz band students must be enrolled in another instrumental music course (band or orchestra) to be considered for this class. 

Instrumentation: Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, Piano, Electric Guitar, Bass, Drumset.

Percussion Ensemble 

All 7th and 8th grade percussion students are in Percussion Ensemble. The fundamentals of reading music and performing on all percussion instruments is taught. Students perform both with the concert bands and in percussion ensembles at band concerts!