The Rancho Mirage High School Bands and Instrumental Music Program is under the direction of Dr. Brian McDaniel. The music program is comprised of various ensembles including wind symphony, concert, jazz, strings and marching band. Although a relatively new program, it has already accumulated numerous awards in both the concert and marching band arenas.

 

AWARD WINNING: March 31st, 2023 - April 1st, 2023 the Music Program traveled to compete in the WorldStrides Hollywood Heritage Festival bringing home number of awards. The Symphonic and Jazz ensembles obtained Gold standard and first place ratings, and won their second National Sweepstakes in April 2023 at the Heritage Festival. The Heritage Festival also awarded an astounding 5 Maestro Awards. This award is for individual student performances during the Festival. WorldStrides has invited the ensemble to perform in a Gold Festival in 2025.

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COMMUNITY BAND: The program is no stranger to the Coachella Valley. Whether the marching band or in small ensembles, Rancho Mirage High School musicians find time to perform at various community events and meetings, including at the Rancho Mirage City Hall, Eisenhower Health, various Palm Springs Unified School District offices, Sun City Shadow Hills community and at local philanthropists' homes. The Rattler Regiment also performed in the 2022 Palm Desert Golf Cart Parade, earning a "top spirit" award, roused spectators in their appearance in the 2022 Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade and entertained cyclists at the 2023 Tour de Palm Springs.  

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TRAVEL PLANS:  The program plans to travel to perform and the 2023-2024 calendar is in the works. Planning and fundraising is in process for international travel to Japan June 12-23, 2024. If you or your business would like to donate your consideration in appreciated. Please utilize the donate button above, RMHS Instrumental Music Boosters is a 501 c 3 organization. Please consult with your tax preparer regarding tax deduction. 

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