Marching BandStudent rehearsals for Marching Band and Color Guard begin in May and run through the summer and early fall. Students attend mandatory band camp at the end of August. Competitions are held either Saturday or Sunday each week during September and October. NY State Finals are held the last weekend of October in Syracuse, NY. The Marching Band also performs at homecoming, pep rallies, and parades. Every other year the band goes to Disney World in Florida during the February break. Visit their site here.
Choral Groups, Orchestra and Concert BandThese musical groups practice daily during the school day and perform at several concerts throughout the school year. They also perform at various community events and attend trips. They are adjudicated by a judge yearly during the NYSSMA festival.
Art
Students are able to take art classes daily during the school day, and also there are extracurricular art clubs. Student work is displayed in the hallways of the school throughout the year, and an annual art show is held in May.
Tri-M Music Honor Society
This organization is comprised of talented music students who apply and meet specific eligibility requirements. They perform throughout the year and assist at many fine art events.
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Color Guard / Winter GuardThe Color Guard is part of the Marching Band. There is also a Winter Guard program. Rehearsals for Winter Guard begin in mid-November and run through early April. Competitions are held on weekends January through April. World Finals are held in early April in Dayton, Ohio.
Chamber Orchestra, A Capella Chorus, Dynamics, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Band, Big Band, and Pep Band
There are several different extracurricular orchestral, choral, and band groups available to students that practice after school. Some of these groups require auditions, and some are limited to students’ grades 9-12.
Drama Productions and Thespian SocietyThe fall play rehearses September through November, and the play is held mid-November. The HS Musical (grades 10-12) rehearses December through March, and the musical is held mid-March. The 8-9th grade musical rehearses February through May, and the musical is held in early May. Students are also able to join the Thespian Society, which has certain requirements for eligibility.
For more information visit: www.mineoladrama.com Fundraising plays a big part in supporting our programs and our children!
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Representatives
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