The Wind Ensemble is MHS's premiere concert ensemble and meets during second semester. Students are accepted based on audition, taking place the spring before, and will perform the highest caliber wind band literature. Students will also study music theory, history, and composition. The MHS Symphonic Band also meets during second semester. This band is open to students of all levels. Students will work on ensemble skills and study wind band literature, music theory, history, and composition.
Participation in the MHS concert bands carries with it the responsibility of attendance at all scheduled rehearsals and performances, and may involve time outside of the regular school day. All students involved in the concert bands also participate in the MHS Pep Band, and will perform in the CBA Regional Concert Band Festival in Grand Junction / Palisade.
Participation in the Symphonic Band carries the responsibility of attendance at all scheduled rehearsals and performances, and may involve time outside of the regular school day. All students involved in the Symphonic Band also participate in the MHS Pep Band.
2023 Western Slope Select Band participants