Our Bands

• Symphonic Band: The Laing Middle School Symphonic Band is comprised of 7th and 8th grade students in the band program. The Symphonic Band travels and represents Laing Middle School at Concert Festivals and in national events. Students in this band are expected to practice daily, attend after school rehearsals, and take private lessons if possible. Students are also expected to travel on all trips to help represent the band and the school. 

• Concert Band: The Laing Concert Band is composed of the combined 6th grade bass, woodwind, and percussion. They will have occasional after school rehearsals and perform on school concerts. They will also compete at the Carowinds Music Festival in May. All students are expected to attend the festival.

• Jazz Band: The Laing Jazz Band is comprised of the 7th and 8th grade students who show interest and availability with administrative approval. This band performs at concert events locally and during school concerts. The students in this band are required to attend rehearsals weekly before school in order to perform with the Band. 

• All Region and All-State Honor Bands: In the middle of the school year, students will have an opportunity to audition for honor bands representing the very best middle school band members from our 9 county region and entire state! The students who successfully audition for these groups get a chance to take some time away from school (1-3 days) and rehearse with top-level conductors from around the country.