Solo & Ensemble Contest 2026

Monday, May 18th

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.

Seniors attending the Senior Trip will play their solo for Mr. Brodt on Friday, May 15th.

Students need to arrive to Kempner on May 18th 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.

Introduction 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.

Marching in May/Parent Meeting

Changes to the Marching in May Camp/Parent Meeting

Marching in May is May 4th 6pm-8pm.

THERE IS NO MARCHING IN MAY ON MAY 5TH DUE TO SLMS 8TH GRADE AWARDS!

All incoming 8th grade students and returning students must attend. This is a required Marching Band rehearsal!!!

Band Parent Meeting

Tuesday, May 12th

6:30pm-7:30pm

All Band Parents for the 26-27 school year must attend!!!

Physicals 26-27

ALL BAND STUDENTS MUST GET A NEW PHYSICAL!!!

ALL students ) will need to have a physical dated after April 1, 2025.  Current physicals that were used for the 2025-2026 school year will expire on May 31, 2026.  

All members of the Kempner Band are required to receive a new UIL Physical for the 26-27 school year!!! There are several dates available below to get a $20 physical through Methodist. Must bring BOTH Physical Form and Methodist Consent Form. You may also get a UIL physical through your Primary Care Physician. All Physicals are due and a copy must be turned into Mr. Brodt by May 5th at Marching in May. Here is a Physical Form in Spanish

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

5pm-7pm

Hopson Field House

13335 Hurricane Ln

Missouri City, Texas 77459

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

3pm-6pm

Elkins High School

7007 Knights Court

Missouri City, TX 77459

Wednesday, May 6th, 2026

3pm-6pm

Bush High School

6707 FM 1464

Richmond, TX 77407

  • Bring glasses or wear contacts, if you have corrected vision

  • Please bring your school physical form with medical history completed

  • Please bring signed physical consent form

  • Only one parent or guardian per athlete

  • Bring glasses or wear contacts, if you have corrected vision



"A standard above excellence, a goal beyond victory."

I.H. Kempner High School Band Program 14777 Voss Rd, Sugar Land, TX 77498