New Members
Welcome to the Dragon Band!
The Dragon Band is a Family
Band is a place to belong. Your student will be guided by experienced upperclassmen and make friendships that will last a lifetime.
The Dragon Band is Successful
We make finals in marching band competitions and receive exemplary scores in concert band competitions. We have champion Winter Guard and Indoor Percussion programs and our Jazz program is nationally acclaimed. We also love performing for fans during football games for our nationally recognized Dragon football team! You will be a part of something incredible.
The Dragon Band Travels
Disney World, Bands of America Grand Nationals, AT&T Stadium, St. Louis, Rangers Ballpark, Corpus Christi, Dayton Ohio, and more!
Freshman Year is THE Year for Band
How do you know if you'll like High School Band before having tried it? 95%+ of our freshmen continue on because they love High School Band that much! Odds are, you'll love it too!
College & Beyond
Colleges love Band
70% of the nation's major universities report that participation in a musical organization is a higher consideration than standardized test scores for admission decisions.
Band Students are Academically Successful
Although the Dragon Band is approximately 10% of CHS / CSHS, band students frequently compose 25-40% of the National Merit Semi-Finalists each year. Band students consistently rank in the top 20 members of their graduating class.
Band Students are Prepared
You gain multiple "real world" skills including discipline, time management, communication, cooperation, leadership, and more. Band students are the next generation of leaders.
Frequently Asked Questions
How will I be successful?
Beyond practicing, we recommend enrolling in private lessons. Private lessons during the summer are especially helpful. Lesson Staff Info
Our student leaders also hold sectional rehearsals to help every student learn their part.
Is marching band required?
Yes. All CISD high school band students are in marching band in the fall semester. Marching band is an important part of the high school band curriculum. For students involved in CISD athletic activities that directly conflict with the fall marching season, please email Mr. Johnson to discuss a potential solution so you can be involved in both activities, especially freshman year.
What should I play in high school?
Click this link for an "in depth" look at your instrument. We recommend all high school band students play on a "Step-Up" or better quality.
What is a "Jugguzi"?
Check out our Dragon Band Glossary for help with all the terms we use!
