HOME OF THE GAHR INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC PROGRAM
Gahr High School • Cerritos, CA
Always striving for the next level of excellence
From its humble beginnings in 1965, Gahr High School has established itself as one of the most respected and well-rounded music programs in Southern California. The Gahr High School marching band is an eight-time California State Band Champion gold medalist, the 2022 Western Band Association 4A Class Champion, , and was a Bands of America Regional Finalist in 2018 and 2023. Our award-winning concert bands and jazz ensembles consistently receive Unanimous Superior Ratings at adjudicated festivals, and our Varsity Winter Guard and Indoor Percussion programs have been finalists in WGASC and SCPA, respectively. Gahr has been recognized with a "SupportMusic Merit Award" from The NAMM Foundation.
Be a part of something AMAZING
The Gahr Marching Gladiators are Gahr High School's award-winning marching band that travels and competes throughout Southern California. This prestigious group is comprised of young musicians and dancers who share a passion for performing and strive for excellence. The marching band nurtures responsible characteristics like setting goals and knowing how to finish the job.
MAKE LIFE-LONG FRIENDS
Playing music in a group teaches teamwork, how to work together, and the joy and rewards of group accomplishment. Band members share efforts and experiences, and are often friends for life.
GO ON FUN TRIPS
Being a part of the band program allows students the unique opportunity to travel. In recent years, our band has been fortunate to perform in Disneyland, Las Vegas, and Hawaii.
A FAMILY AFFAIR
We encourage all parents to get involved in our booster organization. Gahr has been blessed for many years with an incredible group of talented, dedicated volunteers with an amazing array of skills and abilities.
BE A PART OF SOMETHING BIGGER THAN YOURSELF
TEAM WORK
One of the best things about marching band is that each individual member is as important as the next. There’s no such thing as having too many people, as long as the members are able to work together as a team. While each member has their own responsibilities, it all comes together to form one thing: a marching band. In the process of learning each movement and memorizing each note, your child’s bond with the other members will help the band accomplish their overall goals.
PERSONAL GROWTH
For students who are especially shy or afraid of performing in front of others, joining a marching band can help calm their fears and boost their self-confidence. Additionally, by sharing in the same experiences and downfalls with a group of like minded individuals, your child will have access to a built-in support system from which they can personally grow and develop. Each time your child takes the stage or gears up for a performance, they’ll gain a little bit more confidence.
TIME MANAGEMENT
Any marching band member can agree that being part of a marching band is a huge time commitment. Between two hour rehearsals two to three days a week, high school exhibitions, and performing at football games and competitions, finding the time for homework, after-school jobs, and other activities can be difficult. However, in the end, your child will quickly learn how to manage their time- a skill many adults continue to have problems with later in life.
