Marching Pride

The Palmetto Ridge High School Marching Pride consists of over 200 members. Membership in the Palmetto Ridge Marching Pride is required of all students enrolled in Wind Symphony, Symphonic Winds, Wind Ensemble, Percussion and the PRHS Auxiliary Team. The Palmetto Ridge Marching Pride has consistently earned superior ratings at the FBA District Marching Performance Assessments . The band competes at regional FMBC competitions and performs at football games, pep rallies, and high school and community events. The Palmetto Ridge Marching Pride has performed at several parades throughout the country including: The 58th Presidential Inaugural Parade, Houston St. Patrick's Day Parade, Chicago Magnificent Mile Parade, NYC St. Patrick's Day Parade, Boston St. Patrick's Day Parade, and the New Orleans St. Patrick's Day Parade.

Wind Symphony

The PRHS Wind Symphony represents upper intermediate instruction for high school wind and brass players in grades 9-12. An audition for entry is not required. Students will be exposed to the performance of intermediate-level wind literature with continued focus on proper performance fundamentals in tone production (individual and ensemble), rhythm, dynamics, and expression, as well as the introduction to music theory concepts throughout the year. This course is a performance-based class and will require students to attend graded rehearsals and performances outside of the school day. All students in the Wind Symphony are members of the Marching Pride.

Symphonic Winds

The PRHS Symphonic Winds represents semi-advanced instruction for high school wind and brass players in grades 9-12. Entrance into the Symphonic Winds requires an audition or the director’s approval. Students will be exposed to the performance of high-level wind literature with continued focus on proper performance fundamentals in tone production (individual and ensemble), rhythm, dynamics, and expression, as well as the introduction to music theory concepts throughout the year. This course is a performance-based class and will require students to attend graded rehearsals and performances outside of the school day. All students in the Symphonic Winds are members of the Marching Pride.

Wind Ensemble

The PRHS Wind Ensemble represents the most advanced instruction for high school wind and brass players in grades 9-12. Entrance into the Wind Ensemble requires an audition or the director’s approval. Students will be exposed to the performance of highest-level wind literature with a continued focus on proper performance fundamentals in tone production (individual and ensemble), rhythm, dynamics, and expression, as well as music theory concepts throughout the year. This course is a performance-based class and will require students to attend graded rehearsals and performances outside of the school day. All students in the Wind Ensemble are members of the Marching Pride.

Jazz Band

The PRHS Jazz Band is a performance group designed for students who are interested in a more detailed study of jazz music. Entrance into the Jazz Band requires an audition or the Director’s approval. Students will be exposed to performance of high-level jazz literature with focus on proper performance fundamentals as well as the introduction to jazz music theory and improvisation. This course is a performance-based class and will require students to attend graded rehearsals and performances outside of the school day. All students in the Jazz Band are required to enroll in a “regular” band class. Exceptions will be made for orchestra students or students who only play guitar.

Percussion

This ensemble represents intermediate to advanced percussion instruction on snare drum, mallet keyboard percussion, timpani, multi-percussion, drum set, marching percussion, and percussion ensemble. Students in this band will also function as the percussion sections for Wind Symphony, Symphonic Winds, Wind Ensemble, and the Marching Pride. Entrance into the percussion class does not require an audition if students have percussion experience from middle school band. Auditions will occur to determine instrument assignments for the Marching Pride. Students will be exposed to demanding percussion musical literature in conjunction with the Marching Pride as well as featured performances outside of the marching season. This course is a performance-based class and will require students to attend graded rehearsals and performances outside of the school day.  All students in the Percussion are members of the Marching Pride.

PRHS Auxiliary Team

This ensemble represents intermediate to advanced instruction on dance, flag, rifle and saber. Students in this ensemble will serve as the Auxiliary Team of the Marching Pride. Entrance into the Auxiliary ensemble requires an audition. The Auxiliary ensemble will focus on the performance of dance technique with the use of flag, rifle, saber and other equipment with accompanying music and body movement. The Auxiliary will split into “Dance” and “Guard” during the “Indoor Season” which has an additional fee at the student’s own cost. For detailed accounts of Auxiliary Membership, please see the “Auxiliary” section of this handbook on pages 9-10. This course is a performance-based class and will require students to attend graded rehearsals and performances outside of the school day. All students in the Auxiliary are members of the Marching Pride.