The Pine Tree High School Band is the largest student organization at Pine Tree High school comprised of over 200 students. During the fall, these 200 students meet together, while in the spring semester there are 3 concert bands that meet during the school day. Each band is team-taught, with multiple directors assisting throughout each rehearsal. In addition to band classes, there are multiple opportunities for participation in other individual and ensemble performances including All-Region/All-State, Solo & Ensemble, and jazz band class that meets last period of the day.
 
All students in Pine Tree ISD participate in marching band as part of the district curriculum. There are 2 marching bands at Pine Tree High School: the Competition Band and the Pirate Pride Band. The Pirate Pride Band is a non-varsity marching band designed to help those still developing their musical and marching skills. Students in this group combine with the Competition Band to perform at every football game. Members of the Competition Band are selected through an adjudication process and compete throughout the fall at local, regional, and state UIL competitions. 

Concert Ensembles

WIND ENSEMBLE
The curriculum for the Pine Tree High School Wind Ensemble focuses on developing the technical skills needed for performing on brass and woodwind instruments as well as musicianship. The Wind Ensemble meets first period each semester, after marching season. 

Students in this ensemble display the highest level of musicianship, capable of performing “Masterwork” literature. This ensemble is intended for upperclassmen, most specifically Junior and Senior members, although outstanding younger students may be placed here as well.

REQUIREMENTS

• Students in the Wind Ensemble will prepare and present multiple concerts per year, as notated in the Pine Tree Band calendar.

• Students in the Wind Ensemble will participate in before/after school sectionals, as determined by the Directors

• Students in the Wind Ensemble will prepare the TMEA Region and All-State Materials

• Students in the Wind Ensemble will participate in the UIL Concert and Sight-Reading Contest

• Students in the Wind Ensemble will prepare a solo or small ensemble

 
SYMPHONIC BAND
​The Symphonic Band is typically the largest of the 3 wind bands at Pine Tree High School. Students in this group display a level of musicianship necessary for high achievement in band literature, however may not show the individual musical maturity yet for performing in the Wind Ensemble. This ensemble is intended for upper classmen and very advanced freshmen and meets during first period, after marching season.

REQUIREMENTS

• Students in the Symphonic Band will prepare and present multiple concerts per year, as notated in the Pine Tree Band Calendar

• Students in the Symphonic Band will participate in before/after school sectionals, as determined by the Directors

• Students in the Symphonic Band will prepare the TMEA Region and All-State Materials

• Students in the Symphonic Band will participate in the UIL Concert and Sight-Reading Contest

• Students in the Symphonic Band will prepare a solo or small ensemble

 
CONCERT BAND
 The Concert Band is the entry-level performing ensemble at Pine Tree High School. Students in this ensemble display a skill level that is still developing into maturity, showing a need for more individual practice and understanding of key concepts.  All of the high school directors are present during this class so that extra attention is given.  This class meets during second semester sixth period.

REQUIREMENTS

• Students in the Concert Band will prepare and present multiple concerts per year, as notated in the Pine Tree Band Calendar

• Students in the Concert Band will participate in before/after school sectionals, as determined by the Directors

• Students in the Concert Band will prepare the TMEA Region materials.

• Students in the Symphonic Band will participate in the UIL Concert and Sight-Reading Contest

• Students in the Symphonic Band will prepare a solo or small ensemble

 
Jazz Band
The Pine Tree High School Jazz Band consists of students who are enrolled in one of the concert bands.  Entrance into the Jazz Band requires an audition and is made up of traditional jazz instruments including: saxophone, trumpet, trombone, guitar, piano, bass, and drum set.  Students will learn jazz styles from various eras and will study advanced techniques in chord study, rhythm, and improvisation.  Everyone is a soloist in the Jazz Band. The Pine Tree Jazz Band receives requests to perform at several community events and concerts each year.


Marching Ensembles

Pine Tree High School Competition Band
The Competition Band is the top marching ensemble at PTHS consisting of approximately 135 members in all four grades. Personnel for the Competition Band is selected during band camp each Fall. The Competition Band performs at every halftime show in the fall. Additionally, the Competition Band regularly participates in local, regional, and state UIL competitions
 
The Pine Tree High School Pirate Pride Band
The Pine Tree Pride Marching Band is comprised of members from all four grades. The ensemble is designed for those who are still developing their marching band playing skills. Membership in either the Competition Band or the Pirate Pride Band is required for all PTHS band members.
 
Drum Line
 
The Passion Color Guard/Winter Guard 
The Pine Tree Passion Colorguard and Winterguard, consists of band and non-band students from all four grade levels.  They train as athletes to perfect their equipment skills in combination with dance movement and marching band drills.   Performing as artists during halftime shows, the passion then transitions into winter guard to compete at local, regional, and national WGI competitions during the spring semester.