Ensembles

Learn more about the different programs by LHHS Instrumental Music.

Color Guard

A section of Marching Band that interprets the music played by the marching band or drum corps via synchronized dance of flags, sabres, rifles, and other relevant props.

During the first semester, this ensemble is part of the marching band and during the second semester, it competes alone in the Winter Guard Association of Southern California.  The Color Guard will study various forms of dance and technique using tall flags, rifles and sabers.

Drumline

Also known as “Battery” or “Batterie.”

Drumline consists of the battery (snare drums, tenor drums, bass drums, and cymbals) and the pit (marimbas, vibes, bells, synths, and auxiliary).

The Winter Percussion Ensemble is a part of the LHHS Marching Band during the Fall Semester. During the first semester, this ensemble is part of the marching band and during the second semester, it competes alone in the American Drum Line Association.

Marching Band

The term “Marching  Band” encompasses all sections of a marching band — drum major, color guard, brass and wind instrumentalists, front percussion, and battery. Marching Band is the most visible component of the Instrumental Music Program at Laguna Hills High School. This program is open to all students who are interested in participating in marching band. Marching Band performs in competition, at home football games, and at selected other community and school events.

The LHHS Marching Band & Color Guard is a competitive ensemble that travels all over California competing against other marching band at Field Tournaments and Championships. The Marching Band performs at Home football games, pep rallies, and other community events.

Jazz Band

Is an elite group of musicians wishing to gain experience in musical idioms based on the “Jazz Tradition,” which include Early Jazz, Swing, Bebop, Modal Jazz, Blues, Fusion, and Funk.

Orchestra

Comprises musicians who play the violin, viola, cello, string bass, piano, and harp. Students are taught the fundamentals of proper string technique, music reading, music history, and music theory.

Symphonic Band

Comprises accomplished musicians with advanced skill who play moderate to difficult music. Rehearsals stress preparation of concert music, fundamentals of proper wind and percussion technique, music reading, music history, and music theory.

Wind Ensemble

An elite group of wind and percussion players that perform the most advanced and challenging compositions. The course is designed to continue the development in all areas of musical performance and understanding which were introduced in Symphonic Band.

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