Shaker Heights Middle School (6th-8th grade) Bands

7th Grade Bands

Symphonic Band

Concert Bands

Jazz Ensemble The Jazz Ensemble is an extracurricular band opportunity for 7th graders

8th Grade Bands

Symphonic Winds

Concert Winds

Jazz Ensemble The Jazz Ensemble is an extracurricular band opportunity for 8th graders

2024 - 25 Concerts

Shaker Middle School

6th Grade: Thursday December 4, 2025 at 7 pm, SHHS North Gym / Tuesday May 5, 2026 at 7pm, SHHS North Gym

7/8th Grade Concert Bands

November 12, 2025 7 pm January 28, 2026 7 pm April 22, 2026 7 pm

7/8th Grade Symphonic Bands:

November 13, 2025 7 pm January 29, 2026 7 pm April 23, 2026 7 pm

Middle School Jazz Band:

Middle School Evening of Jazz April 15, 2026 7 pm

Music in the Park

In the spring, the Middle School bands, choir and orchestra have participated in an adjudicated competition in Sandusky, Ohio.

Concert and Symphonic Bands for 8th grade compete May 16, 2026.

They consistently take home top honors. After performing, the students attend an awards ceremony at Cedar Point and enjoy the rest of the day at the amusement park.


Contact Information

SMS Band Director

Adrian Pocaro - Lead Director

 

Shaker Middle School Band Boosters Reps 

Jason Baker & Courtney Phillips