The OHS Premier Symphonic Band, showcases musical talents within an esteemed ensemble. Our rigorous practices focus on the mastery of challenging music, scales, and exercises. As a member, you'll have the opportunity to participate in a range of performances including Pep Band, Jazz Band (by audition) and Solo and Ensemble Festival. We take pride in our participation in the State Band Festival, and we invite you to join us on our professional journey.
Concert Band
Concert Band membership is contingent upon successful completion of MS Band, 6-8 Grades and Marching Band 1st Trimester. Throughout 2nd and 3rd Trimesters, the entirety of the year-long class commitment is fulfilled. In class, the Concert Band focuses on intermediate fundamentals, scales, and exercises while performing intermediate music. Membership in the Concert Band provides opportunities to audition for the Jazz Band and participate in Solo and Ensemble festival, as well as the option to join the Pep Band.
Schedule of Events - Winter 2025/26
November 21-22 (Fri. & Sat.) Band-A-Thon (Required) 4pm - 4pm (24 hour lock in)
December 4 (Thurs) Holiday Extravaganza Concert 7:00pm
January 31 (Sat.) MSBOA District Solo and Ensemble Festival ALL DAY @Wyoming HS (required)
February 15 (Sun.) Pre - Festival Winter Concert “Sunday Spectacular” 6:00pm
February 24,25,26, 27 (Tues, Wed, Thurs,Fri) MSBOA District 10 Band Festival Time and Location TBA ***Keep all Days OPEN***
March 21 (Sat.) MSBOA State Solo and Ensemble Festival ALL DAY @Portage Northern HS
April 6-11 (Mon. - Sat.) Band Florida Trip!! TIMES TBA
April 21 (Tues.) Side by Side Concert w/ WMU Symphonic Band! 7:00pm
April 22 & 23 MSBOA State Band Festival (Weds. and Thurs.) Time TBA Hosting @ Otsego HS!! Leave Both Days OPEN
April 27 (Mon.) Collage Concert Night Rehearsal #1 7:00pm - 9:00pm
April 29 (Wed.) Collage Concert Night Rehearsal #2 7:00pm - 9:00pm
April 30 (Thurs.) Collage Concert 39 7:00pm May 5 (Tues.) Band Awards Night (required for ALL) 7:00pm
May 15 (Fri.) Jazz in the Park (TOP Pavilion) Jazz Band only 7:00pm
May 19 (Tues.) Swingout Performance 1:00pm
May 20 (Wed.) Graduation Performance 7:00pm
May 25 (Mon.) Memorial Day Parade (no seniors) meet at 7:45am Performance at 9:20am
