Concert Bands

The Los Alamitos High School Entertainment Unit wind players (brass and woodwinds) convert to 2 Concert Bands during the 2nd semester: Wind Symphony (Per. 4 - Advanced Band) and Symphonic Band (Per. 5 - Intermediate Band). Both groups participate/perform in a few SCSBOA (Southern California School Band & Orchestra Association) judged festivals, one oncert at LAHS, and we end our season with a performance at Graduation in June.

The Wind Symphony is conducted by Mr. John Rush, and the Symphonic Band is conducted by Mr. Richie Sebastian.

2nd Semester Fair-share Assessment Expenses:

Entry Fees                               $200

Transportation                         $1,500

Total Expenses:                       $1,700

Actual cost per student (62)  $26.41

 

Required Performance/Concert/Festival Attire

Gentlemen – white button down long-sleeve shirt with a dark tie tucked into black dress pants/slacks (not jeans), belt, black socks, and black dress shoes (not marching band shoes)

Ladies – all black floor length dress and appropriate black dress shoes (no flip-flops or sandals)

 

Here is the web link that the Orchestra is using to order their dresses that are really reasonable and elegant: www.tuxedowholesaler.com  under women’s wear “Dakota” is the dress for $50. If you think this may be a good option for you, please act quickly since delivery time is a factor.

2010 Festival/Performance Schedule:

Wednesday, March 17, 2010 - SCSBOA Long Beach Poly HS Festival - 9am

Wind Symphony

 

Monday, March 22, 2010 - All-District Band Concert - 7pm - LAHS Gym

Wind Symphony and Symphonic Band

 

Wednesday, March 24, 2010 - SCSBOA Garden Grove HS - 1:30pm (symphonic band); 3pm (wind symphony)

Wind Symphony and Symphonic Band

 

Tuesday, June 1, 2010 - Spring/Pops Concert - 6:30pm - LAHS PAC

Wind Symphony and Symphonic Band

 

Thursday, June 17, 2010 - Graduation - 2pm - Vets Stadium

Wind Symphony and Symphonic Band