OGHS Band Classes A/B Day Update

From Mr. Howell:

  • Please remember to bring your instrument and music.
  • Upon returning to campus, you will be screened and temperature will be taken.
  • Immediately following this, bring your instrument directly to the band room. Remember to observe all social distancing instructions along the way.
  • You will be shown how and where to store your instrument. Students that have band during third period will also be allowed to leave their lunch if necessary.
  • Afterwards, go directly to your first period class.
  • DO NOT come to the band room if you don’t have anything to store.

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2020 – 2021 Field Show Announcement

The 2020 - 2021 Oak Grove High School "Sound of Grizzly Pride" is proud to announce our 2020 - 2021 Field Show ...

WE 'R'

Our country is going through some difficult times. WE 'R' (are) gives the band a chance to portray our reactions to the strife and the incredible resilience and determination we have as people in our society.

The first movement. 'Resilient', represents both the innocence and peace that we all have before being presented with challenging or tragic situations. Using quotes from several children's songs, this playful movement is also a powerful way to begin our show.

'Relentless' hits right away with dissonant chords signaling that all is not well. Our fierce determination fights a musical battle with the adversity and the music signals that we will persevere and power through the tough times.

The last movement, 'Reverence" represents hope by making use of Horatio Spafford's "It Is Well With My Soul". In life, we are all presented with challenges and struggles. The three 'R's represented in our show certainly are a powerful weapon in our fight against the adversity we face in life. WE 'R'.


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