Our Bands

The Coldwater Instrumental Music Department strives for excellence in all areas of its performing ensembles, and stresses the importance of learning and enjoying music as a part of a well rounded education. The Coldwater Band Program maintains a tradition of excellence, consistently earning Superior and Excellent ratings at OMEA Adjudicated events. The Coldwater Band Program is designed to meet all curricular standards established by the State of Ohio through a variety of classroom, performance, and assessment opportunities.

5th Grade Band The 5th Grade Band is comprised of all eligible 5th grade band students. Students in this ensemble are new on their instrument. Students meet in various small groups once per week, and in full band twice per week. The 5th Grade Band performs a debut show in November, and then joins the 6-8th Grade Middle School Bands to perform shows throughout the school year.

6th Grade Band The 6th Grade Band is comprised of all eligible 2nd year band students. (First year students may join with director approval.Private lessons, prior to the school year are recommended). Students meet in various small groups once per week, and in full band twice per week. Performances occur in December, March, and May

7th Grade Band The 7th Grade Band is comprised of all 3rd year band students. The full band meets daily. In addition to the December, March, and May concerts, students in the 7th Grade Band also perform a Pregame and Halftime with the HS Marching Band at a football game. Students in the 7th grade are required to perform at the OMEA Solo and Ensemble Adjudicated Event held in the Spring. Advanced students may be nominated for Honors Band opportunities.

8th Grade Band The 8th Grade Band is comprised of all 4th year band students. The full band meets daily. In addition to the December, March, and May concerts, students in the 8th Grade Band also perform a Pregame and Halftime with the HS Marching Band at a football game. Students in the 8th grade are encouraged to perform at the OMEA Solo and Ensemble Adjudicated Event held in the Spring. Advanced students may be nominated for Honors Band opportunities.

Symphonic Band The Symphonic Band is the foundation for all ensembles at the High School level. Successful participation in MS Band, or Director approval, is a pre-requisite for HS Band. The HS Symphonic Band performs multiples times throughout the school year and competes in the District OMEA Large Group Adjudicated Event. Students in this ensemble are encouraged to participate in Solo & Ensemble Adjudicated Even & Honors Ensembles.

Marching Band The Marching Cavaliers represent the Pride and Excellence of Coldwater  weekly during High School Football Games.

Pep Band The pep band, composed of volunteers from the high school bands listed above, provides spirited support for Coldwater Athletics including boys and girls basketball.

Cavalier Steel With our newest group, Cavalier Steel, students have the opportunity to play in a steelpan ensemble. Students can choose play steelpan, electric bass, drum-set, or engine room (rhythm section).