About

Success

With over 170 Winds, Percussion and Colorguard, the Trooper Band has established itself as one of the largest and most successful organizations at Eastwood High School.  Not only do students learn to perform on a musical instrument, they learn the essentials of teamwork, self-motivation, self-discipline, individual responsibility, and social skills that prove to be effective in any career, sport, or other activity. 

Many students in band participate in other activities as well. Activities include: Trooperettes, Cheerleading, ROTC, Football, Baseball, Track, Softball and Student Council just to name a few.

Affect

WILL BEING IN BAND AFFECT MY GRADES?

YES – research shows that participation in band will affect your grades for the better.  On average, students who participate in school music organizations score 89 points higher on standardized tests like the SAT than students without musical coursework.

In addition, many real world business concepts are explored and taught in band. Leadership, team building, inter personal relationships, and management skills are a regular part of the band environment.

But...

…will band fit into an aggressive academic schedule?

YES!! Over the past years numerous members of The Band have graduated in the Top 10 of their classes. 

…can I play sports or be in other activities and be in band?

YES!! Many of our students participate and are successful in many other activities.

...will I struggle to keep my grades up?

That depends on YOU.  What we’ve found is that students who usually have high grades continue to get high grades and those with lower marks usually show improvement.  WHY? Aside from an influx of a strong work ethic, you now have access to a 200+ member study group.