The LNS Instrumental program is designed to allow students to participate in performance groups and gain a comprehensive music education. The core of the program is the concert setting in the classroom with Concert Band, Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble, Orchestra and Percussion Class. From these we have many other ensembles and avenues to make music, but it all starts in the classroom.

All instrumental groups at North Star stress the development of technical performance ability, sight-reading skills, and attainment of expressive qualities through rehearsals. Each group performs a wide variety of literature from the classics to popular selections. The main concert groups will rehearse during the school day and have concerts to demonstrate learning in the school auditorium. Select and extra curricular groups may perform in the community, at festivals and contests, and at sporting events. The course offerings in the program will be based on numbers.

Co-curricular instrumental groups provide students with an opportunity to expand their musical knowledge and experiences. Jazz band gives students a unique insight into the improvisational art of jazz performance. Marching band provides a pageantry show with a competitive element to music performance. The pep band contributes to the excitement of high school athletics and promotes school spirit. District Music Contest, All State, and other area honor groups allow students to earn awards and special recognition as one of Nebraska’s elite.