honor band & Choir
Thank you for your interest in the Alabama State University Honor Band & Choir Festival.
The purpose of the Honor Band & Choir Festival at ASU is to recognize outstanding
middle school musicians in grades 6-8, and outstanding high school musicians in grades
9-12. The middle school honor band/choir typically takes place during the fall semester,
while the high school honor band/choir typically takes place during the spring semester.
The festivals serve to encourage and promote the performance of concert repertoire
and typically feature a guest clinician/conductor who works with the groups during
the festival. The festivals typically features a showcase concert by current ASU music
students, masterclass sessions led by ASU music faculty members, and a grand finale
concert featuring the festival participants that is open to friends and family to
attend.
Directors may use the links below to complete recommendations for their students.
Selected students will be notified of their acceptance via email. After registration
closes, a detailed information packet will be sent to directors, including the complete
festival schedule, lodging options for out-of-town students, and music excerpts for
seating auditions. There will be a participation fee of $65 per student, payable upon
arrival on campus for the festival via check or money order made out to ASU Foundation, with "Music" in the memo line. Alternatively, Directors may pay for all of their
students at once online at ASU Foundation, selecting "Music Department" as the Gift Designation, and then providing a copy
of the receipt at registration.
The High School Honor Band & Choir Festival weekend also serves as an audition opportunity
for high school seniors interested in auditioning for a talent scholarship to attend
ASU. Band students interested in auditioning for a scholarship award should prepare
two contrasting pieces (one technical and one lyrical) in addition to all twelve major
scales and arpeggios. Choir students interested in auditioning for a scholarship award
should prepare two songs (classical, spirituals, hymns, or musical theatre).
At ASU, we are always excited to work with the wonderful students who attend our Honor events, and we look forward to providing a musically rewarding experience for all involved. For any questions involving the Honor Band or Honor Choir Festival, please contact Dr. Russell Greene at rgreene@alasu.edu
Registration Links:
2026-2027 Nomination Due Dates:
* Middle School Band: September 1, 2026
* Middle School Choir: September 1, 2026
* High School Band: December 1, 2026
* High School Choir: December 1, 2026
2026-2027 Festival Dates:
* Middle School Band: TBA
* Middle School Choir: TBA
* High School Band: TBA
* High School Choir, TBA
Lodging and Transportation:
Parents, guardians, and/or Directors are responsible for securing lodging and transportation
for students attending the ASU Honor Band or ASU Honor Choir. For your convenience,
here is a compilation of some hotels near Alabama State University.
* Double Tree by Hilton (334) 245-2320
* Hampton Inn & Suites (334) 265-1010
* Home2 Suites by Hilton (334) 801-9600
* Red Roof Inn (334) 676-3615
* Renaissance Montgomery (334) 481-5000
* Staybridge Suites (334) 532-0700
* SpringHill Suites (334) 245-2088
* Sure Stay Hotel by Best Western (334) 239-8644