Forest Park
High School
Marching Bruin
Band
Marching Bruin Band is the most visible group in our school. It is open to all students with experience in instrumental music. They perform at football games, band competitions, and parades. Students receive one-half credit for marching band and as such they commit themselves to all rehearsals and performances. Their performance at the VBODA Marching Band festival determines our status as a Virginia Honor Band.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHEN DOES THE MARCHING BAND PERFORM?
The Marching Band performs pre-game and halftime shows at home football games and will
most often perform at the end of the game if it is an away game. They also compete in
competitions and VBODA.
DOES MY CHILD RECEIVE ANYTHING FOR BEING IN MARCHING BAND?
Yes. The participating student will receive one-half credit hour and the pride of being a member
of one of the schools most successful organizations.
WHAT KIND OF TIME COMMITMENT IS REQUIRED FOR MARCHING BAND?
During Marching Band season every student MUST attend daily practice as well as be present
for football games and competitions. Sectionals will be held on selected Mondays from 2:20 to
4:20. Practices will be held on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 2:20 to 5:20. There are
short "run through" practices before football games. Participation in Tag Day, our biggest
fundraiser for the band program is also required.
CAN MY CHILD RENT AN INSTRUMENT?
Some limited number of instruments may be rented from Mr. Magee for $60.00/year and kept for
the duration of the school year.
CAN MY CHILD RECEIVE A LETTER IN MARCHING BAND?
Yes, a letter is earned after one season of participation.