Solo & Ensemble Contest 2025

Monday, May 13th

All Band students are required to play a Solo for contest(Except Color Guard). Participation will count as a double major grade. Students unable to attend in person due to health concerns will have to play their solo in front of class.

Students need to arrive to Kempner on May 15th at least 15 minutes prior to their performance time. Upon arrival students will go to the commons and assemble their instrument and warm-up. At their performance time they will go to the location indicated on the performance schedule and play their solo for a judge. Family members are welcome to sit in and watch the performance.

Check the schedule for your performance time!!!

Schedule

Dress

Students need to dress in performance attire. No jeans, No T-Shirts, No shorts, No tennis shoes.

ccccch student plays they need to introduce themselves. “Hello, my name is_____. I will be playing______ composed by_______.”

Rating

Students will receive a rating based on their performance. Division 1, 2, 3, or 4. Students who receive a division 1 rating will receive a medal. After your performance, results will be distributed in Mr. Brodt’s office along with medals.

Pass-Off Assignments

All students are required to turn in 4 pass-off assignments on Schoology on their solo. Students are to record themselves playing the assignment and submit in schoology. Each assignment will count as a Major Grade. Late submissions will only count as partial credit. TURN IN ASSIGNMENTS ON TIME!!!

• Feb 16th- 16 measures of solo

• Mar 8th- Half of solo

• April 5th- Entire solo

• April 26th- Entire solo with recorded accompaniment

Wind Ensemble HCU Concert/Recording

Location:HCU Morris Cultural Arts Center

Address: Parking, Morris Cultural Arts Center, lot 7502 Fondren Rd, Houston, TX 77074

On Wednesday, May 21st the Wind Ensemble will have a concert at the HCU Morris Cultural Arts Center. All Wind Ensemble members will be performing their Concert Program.

This performance is free and open to the public. We would love for you to come out and support our awesome Wind Ensemble students.

Performances count as a Double Major Grade. Do not miss the the Round Top Concert for any reason!!!

Dress: Concert Uniforms(Tuxedos and Concert Dresses)

Wednesday, May 21st

7:30 am - Report to band hall(1st period)
9:00 am - Change/Load
9:30 am - Depart
9:45 am - Lunch at Chic-fil-a($$$)
11:30 pm - Arrive/Unload
12:15 pm - PERFORMANCE
1:30 pm - Depart 
2:00 pm - Arrive at KHS

Marching in May 2025

Monday and Tuesday May 12th and 13th

6pm-8pm

At Kempner High School

Marching in May is a required event for all new and returning band members. This is a great opportunity for the band to get to know each other and have a fun time together! Students need to bring their instruments and dress in comfortable clothes. Students will be learning some basic marching fundamentals and learning music for next year’s marching season.

Drop students off in the back parking by the black band tower. Students need to report to the band hall.

Students will participate in games, marching activities, etc outdoors in the marching band parking lot. Students will also have music rehearsals indoors in the band hall, auditorium, commons, etc..

Parent Meeting Tuesday, May 13th at 8pm in the band hall to discuss items related to the 25-26 Marching Band Season. All 25-26 band parents need to attend!!!

Student/Parent Registration will take place after the meeting. Students and parents will check out instruments, pay fees, and sign-up for Remind communication.