FAQS

Will Liberty have a marching band?

• Yes. We will have a marching band and will perform at JV football games and pep rallies as well as other possible performances. As we grow each year we will begin to appear at more marching competitions. 

Will the marching band participate in competitions?

• Yes. The level of competition however will depend on the number of band members. We will not compete in as many competitions as Cooper High the first year but as growth takes place this will change. 

What is the band rehearsal schedule during the year?

• The Liberty band will be a double blocked class (matching Cooper High). Outside of the class period we will meet either before or after school. The frequency of extra rehearsals will depend on the competitive route we choose and will be further defined in the Spring. 

Will we have summer band?

• Yes. We will have rehearsals starting no earlier than August 1st. This schedule will also be defined more this Spring.

What music should I have prepared for summer band?

• Towards the end of the Spring semester all band students will receive music to practice over the summer. This will contain warm ups, stand tunes & cadences as well as our marching show music.

What do I need to bring for summer band?

• This information will be shared with you in the Spring semester.

Will we have a color guard for the first year?

• No. The plan is to start the color guard during the spring of 2024 and have a marching unit the second year. Please let Mr. Jones know if you are interested in pursuing the color guard.

What sections will be in the marching band?

• We will have all sections minus the color guard for the first year.

Will we have leadership opportunities such as being a section leader for marching band?

• Yes. You will receive more information on this during the Spring semester.

Will the band participate in Concert & Sightreading Evaluation during the Spring semester?

• Yes.

What other opportunities will the students have to perform and compete?

• The Liberty concert band will also perform multiple concerts through out the late Fall and Spring semester. 

• In the Fall semester students will be able to compete in All-Region auditions which have the possibility of being placed in an All-Region band (which performs a local concert) and advancing to the Area and State levels. 

• During the Spring semester students will be able to perform and compete with solos and ensembles with the possibility of advancing to the UIL State level. 

Will we have any outside of class rehearsals?

• Yes. Just like middle school band we will have sectionals once a week. This will start after marching season and possibly not even until the Spring semester. 

Can students participate in multiple activities as well as band?

• Absolutely! We will have band members in many other activities including athletics, agriculture, and cheer just to name a few.

Will we have band fees?

• In order to participate in band you will be required to purchase several small items including a band/show shirt, marching shoes, flip folder, etc. However there is no set band fee in order to be in band.

If I quit band in 8th grade, am I able to sign back up for the Liberty band?

• Possibly. Reach out to Mr. Jones first. He will then speak with your middle school band directors and parents before making a decision. 

Will the band provide an instrument?

• We provide select instruments: piccolo, oboe, bassoon, tenor sax, bari sax, horn, mellophone, euphonium, marching baritone, tuba, sousaphone, and percussion. 

• Students are responsible for their own mouthpieces, reeds, and other items that may be needed. 

Are there any dates we should plan for at this moment?

• We are currently working on a schedule for the 2023-2024 school year as well as a Spring parent info meeting. Once dates are scheduled this information will be shared with you.

What will we wear for concerts/performances?

• We will have marching band uniforms as well as concert uniforms for all competitive performances. We will also have band shirts for selected events.

What opportunities will I have as a parent/guardian to participate in my child's music education?

• All opportunities will be distributed through the band booster organization. Information regarding the Liberty band boosters will be shared during the Spring semester.

Will you need chaperones?

• Yes. We will need parent help throughout the year.

Can parents show up to all performances?

• Absolutely! Parents are highly encouraged to attend all performances and will receive ample information ahead of time regarding each performance. 

Email Mr. Jones with any questions you may have regarding the Liberty band program.