About Our Students

Stafford Orchestra is looking forward to another fantastic school year. The orchestra is made up of 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students. We work with students of all ability levels, from "Beginners" to students with many years of experience. As an organization, our goal is to encourage students to make music to the very best of their ability. Each year, the students continue to build on the tradition of excellence, while having a great time in class. We're thrilled to be one big orchestra family and we look forward to including you in all of the fun!

The Orchestra and it's students have received a number of awards, including:

  • 1st Division Ratings at Sandy Lake Contest and Best in Class Award at Sandy Lake Contest

  • Over 100 Superior Ratings at Solo and Ensemble Contest Annually

  • Superior Ratings in Sight Reading and Stage at UIL

  • Outstanding Soloist for Solo and Ensemble Contest

  • Sweepstakes at UIL

  • Grand Sweepstakes at UIL contest

  • Multiple Individual Student Selection for All Region Orchestra

Although we work hard each day, the Stafford Orchestra also knows how to have a good time! Annual social events and activities include:

  • Movie Night

  • Urban Air

  • Game Night

  • Stafford at the Symphony

  • Six Flags

After middle school, all orchestra students will be able to continue their music education with the Lone Star High School Orchestra, directed by Ross Owen or Panther Creek High School Orchestra, directed by Rachel Kim. Along with Shelly Phillips at Trent Middle School, we continue to grow our Orchestra Family from 6th grade all the way through 12th grade.