Band

Southern Star Band is a fun, high-quality music program where homeschool and hybrid school students grow as musicians, friends, and leaders. Students learn in a full band environment that combines excellent instruction, private lesson support, home practice, concerts, contests, pep band, marching opportunities, and memorable community experiences. More than just a class, Southern Star Band gives students a place to belong, work hard, make music together, and discover the joy of being part of something bigger than themselves.

Who - Homeschool and hybrid students 5th-12th grade

What - Concert and Pep Band 

When - Thursdays 9-12 during school year '26-'27

Where - Haggee Communication Center - Waltrip Band Hall, 499 E. University #401, Waxahachie, TX 75165

Southern Star Band is an award-winning band program for homeschooled students in Ellis County and surrounding DFW counties. The program encompasses a great place for music education, friendships, leadership development, performances, contests, and more! 

Band Ensembles

Beginner Band: The Beginner Band is for first-year students who have not previously played the instrument or young students who may have a small amount of band training in another program. Most students will start with the beginner band. Beginner band students will participate in concerts, solo and ensemble performances, and other activities. They will also attend one pep-band night to experience the fun at the end of the football season.

Concert Band: The Concert Band is for students who are at least in their second year and have previously played their instrument. Students new to Southern Star Band but with previous experience will be placed by the band directors by audition. Concert Band students will participate in Pep Band, solo and ensemble contests, concerts, TPSMEA concert and sight reading contest, and music festivals. They also participate in optional TPSMEA region auditions and all-state auditions.