Columbine High School Band Boosters
Marching Band General Notes and Instructions

         Food is generally provided for the students at the marching band competitions and performances.  In addition, there are usually concession stands at the competitions in case your student wants to purchase additional items.  Students are also always welcome to bring their own food if desired, but nothing but water should be consumed while in uniform (those white pants stain easily!).

         As these can be long days in the great outdoors, please make sure that all students have appropriate warm- and/or cold-weather clothing layers (the school dress code applies!), sunscreen, refillable water bottle, and some cash for snack or incidentals (if desired).

         Spectators are encouraged at all events!  There is generally a fee for admission into the competitions which may range from $5–$15 per person.  Some competitions include a single performance by each competing band with an awards ceremony following all performances.  Other competitions are a prelim/final format.  This format includes a first performance by all bands, followed by an announcement of bands that progressed to finals.  The bands that made it into finals perform again, with an awards ceremony following.  Competitions that are prelim/finals format often offer a two-tiered admission fee structure (one fee for prelims, one for finals, or you can buy a combo ticket).  The September 26 and 29 events are single performance; the Arapahoe Marching Invitational on October 10 is a prelims/finals format.

         Want more information on how marching band competitions are judged?  The Colorado Bandmasters Association includes judging info as well as additional information on upcoming competitions.