Wind Ensemble
The Wind Ensemble is the advanced (varsity) band in the Cypress Ranch High School Band program. Students will prepare/perform an advanced music curriculum and have a strong commitment to rehearsal and individual practice time. Private lessons are strongly recommended. Membership in this organization is by audition and selection by the directors. Audition materials regularly include All-State/All-Region Etudes, scales, and sight-reading. The Wind Ensemble meets 4th period. Membership carries the following responsibilities:
1. Attendance at all rehearsals, sectionals, clinics, and performances.
2. Preparation of All-State/All-Region Band music during Fall Semester.
3. Audition for All-State/All-Region Band or Orchestra.
4. Participate in CRHS/UIL Solo and Ensemble Contest in an ensemble capacity.
5. Performance of prepared music designated to strengthen the proficiency of the student.
6. Performance of concert music assigned by the directors.
7. Maintain academic eligibility.
8. Abide by all Cypress Ranch Band Handbook policies.
Symphonic Winds
The Symphonic Winds (second band) is open to all Cypress Ranch High School Band students. Membership is determined by audition. Students will prepare and perform music for concerts and competitions. The Symphonic Winds meets 5th period. Private lessons are strongly recommended. Membership carries the following responsibilities:
1. Attendance at all rehearsals, sectionals, clinics, and performances.
2. Preparation of All-State/All-Region music during Fall Semester.
3. Audition for All-State/All-Region Band or Orchestra.
4. Participation in CRHS/UIL Solo and Ensemble Contest in an ensemble capacity.
5. Performance of prepared music designed to strength the proficiency of the student.
6. Performance of contest music assigned by the directors.
7. Maintain academic eligibility.
8. Abide by all Cypress Ranch Band Handbook policies.
Symphonic Band
The Symphonic Band (third band) is open to all Cypress Ranch Band students. Membership is determined by audition. Symphonic Band students will prepare and perform music for concerts and competitions. Symphonic Band meets 2nd period. Private lessons are strongly recommended. Membership carries the following responsibilities:
1. Attendance at all rehearsals, sectionals, clinics, and performances.
2. Preparation of All-State/All-Region music during Fall Semester
3. Participation in CRHS/UIL Solo and Ensemble Contest.
4. Performance of prepared music designed to strengthen the proficiency of the student.
5. Performance of contest music assigned by the directors.
6. Maintain academic eligibility.
7. Abide by all Cypress Ranch Band Handbook policies.
Concert Winds
The Concert Winds (fourth band) is open to all Cypress Ranch Band students. Membership is determined by audition. Concert Winds students will prepare and perform music for concerts and competitions. Concert Winds meets 3rd Period. Private lessons are strongly recommended. Membership carries the following responsibilities:
1. Attendance at all rehearsals, sectionals, clinics, and performances.
2. Preparation of All-State/All-Region music during Fall Semester
3. Participation in CRHS/UIL Solo and Ensemble Contest.
4. Performance of prepared music designed to strengthen the proficiency of the student.
5. Performance of contest music assigned by the directors.
6. Maintain academic eligibility.
7. Abide by all Cypress Ranch Band Handbook policies.