Lassiter Band Information

We are so excited for you to join the Lassiter Band Family! If you are parent or student wondering about the Lassiter Band, information about our program and what it has to offer is listed below as well as some answers to a few questions you might have. If you have additional questions, please feel free to email the Directors at directors@lbba.org or contact the Lassiter Band Booster Association (LBBA) Co-Presidents at presidents@lbba.org. 

 

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Band Classes (Concert Bands and Percussion Tech)

Band classes are part of your daily school schedule and form the heart of our music program. These classes build strong fundamentals and prepare students for concerts and LGPE (Large Group Performance Evaluation). Placement for 2nd semester is based on auditions held in November. All Percussion students take a dedicated Percussion Tech class during the school day for 1st semester.

 

Available Classes

  • Freshman Band
  • Concert Band
  • Symphonic II Band
  • Symphonic I Band
  • Percussion Tech

How to Register

  • Registration opens in April at lassiterbands.org
  • $200 concert fee is due by August 31st (this is included in marching fees for students in the marching band)
  • Watch the homepage for announcements!

 

Additional Information about Band Class Registration and Fee Structure - Click HERE find out! 

 

 

Co-Curricular Activities and Ensembles

These groups rehearse outside of class and offer exciting performance opportunities

 

Marching Band
Lassiter’s largest ensemble includes woodwinds, brass, percussion, and color guard. Performances include football games, competitions, and parades.

  • Season: Mid-July to early November
  • Mandatory Band camp: Two weeks beginning mid-July, Mon–Fri (times vary)
  • Typical weekly schedule during the season:
    • Tues: 4–7pm 
    • Wed: 4–6pm
    • Thurs: 4–7pm 
    • Fri: 5:30pm call time (can vary)
    • Sat: occasional mini camps or competitions
    • Sectionals: 1 day/week before or after school

You must be enrolled in a band class to join Marching Band (unless you're in Color Guard).

 

Fees & Registration

  • Fees vary yearly and cover instruction, camp, concerts, food, uniforms, etc.
  • Payment plans available
  • Fundraising opportunities offered
  • Registration opens in April at lassiterbands.org - watch our home page!
  • Questions? Email: presidents@lbba.org

 Additional Information about Marching Band Registration and Fee Structure - Click HERE find out! 

  

 

Percussion Ensemble 

The Percussion Ensemble rehearses in late Fall through Spring and performs at the Lassiter Percussion Symposium, Night of Percussion Concert, and conferences such as GMEA and PASIC. The ensemble is open to all percussionists.

 

​Color Guard / Winter Guard
The Color Guard is considered a part of the Marching Band and performs with the Marching Band throughout the Fall. The Winter Guard rehearses and performs during the months of November through April. 

 

Jazz Band

The Jazz Band conductor led ensemble that meets after school during 2nd semester. The Jazz Band performs at the Spring Concert. Jazz Band members have the opportunity to audition for Jazz All-State Band and District Honor Jazz Band

 

Chamber Groups
Small, student-led ensembles that perform at Winter and Spring Concerts