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Westminster College to host free Band Day for high school musicians

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Posted on Thursday, December 18, 2025

Westminster College invites high school wind, brass and percussion students to participate in Band Day at Westminster College, a free, immersive music experience taking place on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, from 8:45 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Patterson Hall.

Band Day is designed to give young musicians a taste of the collegiate music experience while developing their performance skills in a collaborative and supportive environment. Participants will work closely with Westminster College’s applied music faculty and fellow student musicians throughout the day.

Activities include:
    • Group warm-up session
    • Master classes and sectionals led by Westminster applied faculty
    • Full band rehearsal with fellow participants
    • Final performance

The event is free of charge and lunch will be provided. Band Day is open to all high school students who play wind, brass or percussion instruments.

Registration is available online at www.westminster.edu/music.

For additional information, please contact Dr. JaKobe Henry, assistant professor of music, at henryja@westminster.edu.