Band in TUSD expands students' technical skills and the concept of ensemble playing. Expanded application of skills emphasizes independence in technique, reading, interpretation, solo and ensemble performance and composition.
The band programs at Tucson Unified's schools are award-winners! Recent recognition includes the follow:
- Rincon/UHS Wins ABODA State Competition
- Tucson High Magnet School Wins ABODA's Top Prize
- Vail MS Advanced Band received Superior Award at ABODA Area Festival
These successes hinge on our approach: students in elementary school learn that the correct playing position, breathing, and fingering is the foundation of learning to play a band instrument, and from the sound fundamentals, we progress into working with musical concepts, technique, performance situations, and more developed literature.