About

Serving well over 200 student members on a year-round basis, we welcome all students 9 to 18 years old regardless of skill level.  Our five concert bands accommodate students of all levels from beginners to advanced high school musicians.

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What We Offer

Steve Asheim with TrumpetsSpecialized Instruction

Instrument specialists facilitate 32 weekly master classes with high teacher-to-student ratios ranging from 1:2 to 1:6.

One-on-one Coaching

Weekly one-on-one instruction for all students fosters students’ personal accountability, continual progress, and mastery of musical technique.

Full-Band Rehearsal Workshops

Students learn teamwork in weekly small– and large-group workshops, and they receive individualized instruction that promotes optimal progress.   A variety of class locations ensures a high level of accessibility for families.

Sarah Starbuck, Director

Performance Opportunities

Students cultivate precision and learn to follow commitments to fruition as they prepare for seasonal public performances.

High Standards

Our curriculum requires demonstration of level-appropriate proficiency in a comprehensive selection of musical techniques and knowledge, and it also includes two honors levels that incorporate leadership and mentoring opportunities.

Superior Faculty

Over twenty music educators inspire students to excel as musicians and leaders through their passion for music and for helping young people reach their potential.


Mission Statement

Colorado Honor Band Association opens a world of opportunities for children by guiding them to develop the diligence, perseverance, and teamwork skills necessary to succeed both as musicians and as responsible citizens.


Vision Statement

As a result of the musical and educational experience we offer, a graduate of the Colorado Honor Band Association will maximize her or his own potential and will have the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to be an analytical thinker, an effective communicator, a responsible citizen, a self-directed learner, an ethical person, and a quality worker—essential elements for success.


Non-Discrimination Statement

Colorado Honor Band Association does not, and shall not, discriminate against any employee, volunteer or program participant on the basis of age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, marital status, gender, veteran status, political service, affiliation or disability. This corporation, does not, and shall not, discriminate in the administration of its hiring process, education policies, admissions policies, scholarship and all other such administered programs. This corporation, with respect to any educational activities, shall admit all students to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students.