Monday Notes - April 6, 2026

State contest week is almost here! We’re looking forward to some great performances at Cleveland High School as both the state choir and concert band contests take place. You’ll find a few helpful links below as you get ready to attend. See you there!

• Choir Schedule - Day 1
• Choir Schedule - Day 2
• Choir Program
• Band Schedule - Day 1
• Band Schedule - Day 2
• Band Schedule - Day 3
• Band Program

Don't forget to share the link below with parents so they can pre-order their apparel!

• Event merchandise

Audition material for the 2027 All-State Music Festival has been posted. Please make sure your students have the information and the correct audition material. Let the practicing begin!

• Audition Material

It is time to register for the 3rd Annual State Marching Contest to be held on October 25th. Remember that schools can register for comments only or to be entered into the competition class. Registrations received prior to May 1 will be entered into a drawing for performance order - so don't procrastinate!

• Registration link
• Registration Fee - tentatively $300 (confirmed entry cost)
• Judges

Consider submitting a recording of your ensemble for consideration as a 2026 Honor Ensemble. All directors are welcome to apply, but the preferred rotation for the 2026 conference is outlined below:

• Alternative/Guitar - No rotation
• Choir & Orchestra - Small school/Middle School preference
• Band - Large school preference
• General Music - No rotation
• Jazz - Large school

Application and more information can be found here.