Thank you for your interest in our Honor Band & Honor Choir ensembles at Alabama State University. The purpose of the Honor Bands & Honor Choirs at ASU are to recognize outstanding middle school musicians in grades 6-8, and outstanding high school musicians in grades 9-12. The ensembles serve to encourage and promote the performance of concert repertoire and typically feature a guest clinician/conductor who works with the groups during the festival. The festivals usually feature a showcase concert by current ASU music students, masterclass sessions led by ASU music faculty members, and a grand finale concert featuring the festival participants that is open to friends and family to attend.

Directors may use the links below to complete recommendations for their students. Selected students will be notified of their acceptance via email. After registration closes, a detailed information packet will be sent to directors, including the complete festival schedule, lodging options for out-of-town students, and music excerpts for seating auditions. There will be a participation fee of $65 per student, payable upon arrival on campus for the festival via check or money order made out to ASU Foundation, with "Music" in the memo line. Alternatively, Directors may pay for all of their students at once online at ASU Foundation, selecting "Music Department" as the Gift Designation, and then providing a copy of the receipt at registration.

The High School Honor Band & Choir Festival weekend also serves as an audition opportunity for high school seniors interested in auditioning for a talent scholarship to attend ASU. Band students interested in auditioning for a scholarship award should prepare two contrasting pieces (one technical and one lyrical) in addition to all twelve major scales and arpeggios. Choir students interested in auditioning for a scholarship award should prepare two songs (classical, spirituals, hymns, or musical theatre).

At ASU, we are always excited to work with the wonderful students who attend our Honor events, and we look forward to providing a musically rewarding experience for all involved. For any questions involving the Honor Band or Honor Choir Festival, please contact Dr. Russell Greene at rgreene@alasu.edu

Registration Links: 

Middle School Honor Band : October 16-18, 2026

• Application Due Date: August 31st, 2026
• Tentative Schedule: https://drive.google.com/file/d/16yfeGiqnmZFWWHvRxIIcQplLMFc-iOHX/view?usp=sharing
• Individual Student Application Link: Alabama State University Middle School Honor Band Fall 2026 Application Form – Fill out form
• Band Director Bulk Nominations: Directors may submit nominations for their students in bulk. 
  • Download the Director Nomination Template from this link: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1mNouvA6yaJvyy0-MADh62eACSxzyuDnH/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100507530048317929803&rtpof=true&sd=true
  • Send your form to Dr. Russell Greene at rgreene@alasu.edu.
• Registration fee for accepted students: $65 

High School Honor Band : February 19-21, 2027

• • Application Due Date: December 1st, 2026
  • Tentative Schedule: https://drive.google.com/file/d/15nAV56dmOVq99sWnRU74l5ZWNWj-E53F/view?usp=sharing
  • Individual Student Application Link: Alabama State University High School Honor Band Spring 2027 Application Form – Fill out form
  • Band Director Bulk Nominations: Directors may submit nominations for their students in bulk. 
    • Download the Director Nomination Template from this link: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1mNouvA6yaJvyy0-MADh62eACSxzyuDnH/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100507530048317929803&rtpof=true&sd=true
    • Send your form to Dr. Russell Greene at rgreene@alasu.edu.
  • Registration fee for accepted students: $65

Check Back Soon for 2026-27 Middle School & High School Honor Choir Info!

Lodging and Transportation:
Parents, guardians, and/or Directors are responsible for securing lodging and transportation for students attending the ASU Honor Band or ASU Honor Choir. For your convenience, here is a compilation of some hotels near Alabama State University.
* Double Tree by Hilton (334) 245-2320
* Hampton Inn & Suites (334) 265-1010
* Home2 Suites by Hilton (334) 801-9600
* Red Roof Inn (334) 676-3615
* Renaissance Montgomery (334) 481-5000
* Staybridge Suites (334) 532-0700
* SpringHill Suites (334) 245-2088
* Sure Stay Hotel by Best Western (334) 239-8644