All State auditions
Alabama All-State Band auditions are competitive, blind auditions for top middle and high school musicians, organized by the Alabama Bandmasters Association (ABA), where students play scales, prepared excerpts (etudes), and sight-read to earn spots in elite honor bands for a statewide festival, focusing on technical skill, musicality, and discipline.
Students must see Mr. Parnell by Dec. 18th to register.
Pre-Music Performance Assessment (MPA)
Pre-MPA is an opportunity for the band to perform their MPA music to a panel of judges, hosted by the Calhoun County Band Directors.
The Alabama Music Performance Assessment (MPA) is a statewide evaluation for school bands and choirs, organized by groups the Alabama Bandmasters Association (ABA) where ensembles perform set pieces and sight-read new music for expert judges to receive ratings and constructive critiques, focusing on musical excellence, not just competition. It's a key event for assessing student growth and program quality, providing valuable feedback for directors and musicians.
Music Performance Assessment (MPA)
The Alabama Music Performance Assessment (MPA) is a statewide evaluation for school bands and choirs, organized by the Alabama Bandmasters Association (ABA) where ensembles perform set pieces and sight-read new music for expert judges to receive ratings and constructive critiques, focusing on musical excellence, not just competition. It's a key event for assessing student growth and program quality, providing valuable feedback for directors and musicians.
Spring Concert
Join the WWHS Band for their Spring 2026 Concert! The concert will contain performances from High School Band, Middle School Band, the Funkee Monkees, and more!