Band

Beaverton High School Bands and Ensembles
A Tradition of Excellence since 1902
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https://www.bhsbe.org/
Contact Mr. Simantel at eli_simantel@beaverton.k12.or.us for more information

Marching Ensemble: A group of students that play a wind or percussion instrument or perform in the color guard. This ensemble rehearses outside of school hours and performs at football games and competitions. The Marching season runs from early August to early November. Anyone who is willing to do their best is welcome to join this ensemble, regardless of previous experience. However, it is recommended that prospective members have at least one year of either dance OR music under their belt. Interested students can register on the band website: https://www.bhsbe.org/

Symphonic Band: An auditioned group of advanced musicians that play wind and/or percussion instruments. This ensemble rehearses during the school day, performs at seasonal concerts, and competes at festivals in the spring. Interested students should speak with their counselor to sign up once they have auditioned with Mr. Simantel. 

Concert Band: A group of intermediate musicians that play wind and/or percussion instruments. This ensemble rehearses during the school day, and performs at seasonal concerts. Interested students should speak with their counselor to sign up. 

Jazz Band: A group of intermediate musicians that play trumpet, saxophone, trombone, bass guitar, electric guitar, piano, or drums. This class meets before school as a zero period, and performs in seasonal concerts and at jazz festivals throughout the school year. Interested students should speak with their counselor to sign up. 

Pep Band: Members of the above ensembles are automatically members of the Pep Band, which plays at sporting events, pep assemblies, and other events throughout the school year. It is a blast. Interested students should join one of the above ensembles.