Concert Band

The Concert Band at Reno High School is the primary performing organization in the music department. This course is designed to provide instrumentalists with an experience in all aspects of the band technique.  Students will explore high levels of various performing styles, music theory, and techniques in wind and percussion instruments.

Wind Ensemble

The Wind Ensemble at Reno High School is the top performing organization in the instrumental music department featuring the finest musicians in the entire Band Program. Using one-per-part instrumentation, the wind ensemble performs a broad repertoire of classic and contemporary styles. Students must have achieved proficiency on their instrument and auditioned with the instructor's approval prior to enrollment for this class. This course will provide advanced instruction in wind and percussion instruments and advanced music theory. Private lessons are highly recommended to be successful throughout the class.

Jazz Band

The RHS Jazz Band offers a diverse and creative performance experience that provides an advanced instruction in various jazz genres, advanced music theory, and basic knowledge of improvisation. This ensemble covers a range of styles to include bebop, latin-jazz, funk, hip-hop, and many others. Students must have achieved proficiency on their instrument and auditioned with the instructor's approval prior to enrollment for this class.Private lessons are highly recommended to be successful throughout the class.

Except for extenuation circumstances, students must also be enrolled in either Concert band or Wind Ensemble.