Naaman Forest Ranger Band Ensembles

While we are "One Band, One Sound", we are broken up into different ensembles to focus our attention on different styles, skillsets and development of musical abilities.

The success of the band program centers on pride, commitment to task, and the willingness to work hard to achieve a common goal. We do not expect every student in the band program to become a virtuoso musician. We do expect every student to establish both short and long range goals for improvement on his/her instrument, to exhibit mature responsible attitudes and actions at all times, and to be willing to contribute lots of hard work for the benefit of all.

The band program exists to provide an excellent music education for the students. This is achieved through individual study and varied performances in many venues (both marching and concert) supporting a curriculum which places an emphasis on comprehensive musicianship. Performance opportunities include large ensembles, chamber ensembles, and solos. The skills that band students acquire in these activities are directly related to skills necessary for auditions, presentations, and interviews in other career fields.

All students in the Symphonic and Honors Band are required to participate in the marching band. Concert band members may join the marching band through qualifying auditions. Based on the above qualities, passing grades and audition performances, each student will be placed in the following bands.

1. Concert Band

2. Symphonic Band

3. Honors Band

4. Jazz Band

PICTURE FROM TRIP

2009 Band Trip To Colorado