Concert Bands

The Marietta Concert Bands are the centerpiece of our program. The purpose of our bands is to perform wind literature at the highest level while developing the skills, knowledge and understanding of each individual musician. Here the students grow in individual and ensemble skills, musicianship, character, and excellence. The Marietta Concert Bands are made up of three level based ensembles: The Marietta Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, and Concert Band.

  • The Marietta Wind Ensemble: The Marietta Wind Ensemble is the most prestigious ensemble in the greater band program. Membership in the ensemble is audition based. The ensemble performs a Winter and Spring concert as well as repertoire at Large Group Performance Evaluations (LGPE). Wind Ensemble Syllabus
  • Symphonic Band: The Symphonic Band is an advanced level performing group. Membership in the symphonic band is also auditioned based. The ensemble performs a Winter and Spring concert as well as repertoire at LGPE. Symphonic Band Syllabus
  • Concert Band: The Concert Band is an intermediate level performing group. Membership in the concert band is not strictly auditioned, but is offered to any musician with past ensemble experience. The ensemble performs a Winter and Spring concert. Concert Band Syllabus
  • Beginning Band: The Beginning Band is an opportunity for high school students to learn a new instrument and the basics of music theory. The ensemble performs a Winter and Spring concert. Beginning Band Syllabus

 

Marietta Band Handbook 2022-2023

Here are most of our important dates for the year.

Wednesday, October 19th @ 7PM – Spooktacular Concert
Tuesday, December 6th @7pm – Winter Concert
Friday, December 9th @6pm Winter Celebration (Wind Ensemble Only)
Saturday, December 10th Honor Band and All State Round 1 Auditions
Saturday, January 7th All State 2nd Round Auditions
February 3-5 District Honor Band
Tuesday, March 7th Pre-LGPE Concert @6:30
March 16-18 Possible LGPE Dates (TBA)
April 22 Trills and Thrills
April 29 Trills and Thrills
May 6 Trills and Thrills
Thursday, May 4th or 11th (Time TBA) – Spring Concert
May 13 Trills and Thrills
May 13 Solo and Ensemble