The 8th Grade Band is an instrumental ensemble featuring 8th graders at Alexander Junior High School. For the 2026-2027 school year, the ensemble will consist of second-year band students; however, moving forward, the group’s members will be in their third year of band. The 8th Grade Band will move into the next school year with many ambitious goals set for themselves. We look to support our AJH football teams by performing at home games as well as hosting and participating in several concerts and festivals throughout the year.

The 8th Grade Band has a crucial role in the Ole Brook Bands program as this year is taken to prepare our students to become contributing members of the Pride of Ole Brook Marching Band once the school year ends. The students will begin learning music that is or will be performed by the high school and the basics of marching and movement. During this year, we also look to grow our students’ musical abilities, understanding of music theory, and skills on their instruments. We hope to expose them to as many new opportunities to perform as possible.

This ensemble will be under the direction of our new Assistant Band Director. The director will be assisted by Keshawn Williams, Percussion Director.