Band

Overview

Band

More than one-third of Jesuit’s students participate in our music program throughout their four years at Jesuit, whether in a vast array of instrumental groups or various choirs.

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AP Music Theory

  • AP class for students with 2-3 years high school level experience
  • College school level academic course 
  • Great for junior and senior level students
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Beginning Instrumental Music (Prelude Band)

  • Band class for students with 0 years previous school music experience. 
  • Learn a new band instrument for the very first time!  No previous experience needed!
  • Great for full beginners, brushing up, or learning something new!

Jesuit offers multiple opportunities for students to explore Instrumental Music through beginning band and string programs. Incoming freshmen discover the world of music through hands on work with a woodwind, brass or string instrument.

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Concert Band

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  • Band class for students with 1-2 years previous middle school music experience
  • High school level performance ensemble 
  • Great for freshman and sophomore level students who have been in a band. 

This band is made up of the majority of band students at Jesuit High School. Students should have a solid command of their instrument, be able to play several major and minor scales, and have established proper playing technique.  

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Symphonic Band
Option for 5.0 Honors

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  • Band class for students with 1-2 years high school music experience
  • Upperclassmen high school level performance ensemble 
  • Great for sophomore, junior, and senior level students who have taken high school level band

Open only by audition, this ensemble represents the premier musicians at Jesuit High School. Symphonic Band is a varsity level performing group at Jesuit that is designated for band students with a minimum of three years of ensemble experience.

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Wind Ensemble
Option for 5.0 Honors

New this year!

  • Band class for students with 2-3 years high school music experience
  • Upperclassmen high school level performance ensemble 
  • Great for junior and senior level students who have taken high school level band. 
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Jazz Ensemble
Option for 5.0 Honors

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  • Band class recommended for students with 2 years of middle school experience (or 1+ year high school experience). 
  • Corequisite course, enhancing high school performance activity and opportunity. 
  • Great for freshman (with experience), sophomore, junior, and senior level students who have taken high school or equivalent level band. 

The award winning JHS Jazz Band has participated in many competitions and festivals through the years including the Folsom, Woodcreek, and Fullerton College Jazz Festivals.

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Marauder Marching Band
Option for 5.0 Honors / Earn PE Credits

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  • Band class recommended for students with 2 years of middle school experience (or 1+ year high school experience). 
  • Corequisite course, enhancing high school performance activity and opportunity. 
  • Great for all students with previous music experience, no previous marching skills needed! 

Since 2015 the Jesuit High School Marauder Marching Band has taken the field during football games. Membership in the Marauder Band is part of the course requirements of our Concert and Symphonic Bands.