Welcome back!

The school year kicks off with a welcome-back night on Thursday, September 10th.

Watch this space for fall registration for band, orchestra, and drumline students. Coming soon!

Read about this summer’s band camp week from the perspective of drum major Massimo Gonzalez.

If you’re new to Garfield music, see our music overview for an introduction to the program.

Upcoming Events

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Main Calendar / All Events
First Day of School

who: all Garfield students

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Garfield Instrumental Music Welcome Night

who: all Band, Orchestra, and Drumline students and families

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Instrumental Fall Concert

who: all Band and Orchestra ensembles

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Highlighted Events

Main Calendar / All Events
First Day of School

who: all Garfield students

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Garfield Instrumental Music Welcome Night

who: all Band, Orchestra, and Drumline students and families

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Instrumental Fall Concert

who: all Band and Orchestra ensembles

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Recent News Items

Latest News & Announcements
Report from Band Camp 2026
Report from Band Camp 2026

By Massimo Gonzalez, Drum Major

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Summer 2026 Band Camp
Summer 2026 Band Camp

Learn about summer band camp for Garfield winds and percussion

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FOGM Meeting Minutes for May and June
FOGM Meeting Minutes for May and June

Catch up on the highlights from the May and June meetings

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Garfield Music Needs Your Help
Garfield Music Needs Your Help

Read about leadership positions that need filling during the 2026–27 school year.

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Garfield Music Overview
Garfield Music Overview

See an overview of the Music Program at Garfield

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