Music Programs

🎶 Mission CISD Music Department

Empowering Students Through the Art of Music

The Mission Consolidated Independent School District (MCISD) Music Department is dedicated to providing students with a comprehensive and enriching music education experience. From elementary through high school, students are offered opportunities to explore various musical genres and develop their talents in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Available Music Programs

Elementary Music is available at:

Alton Elementary
Bryan Elementary
Cantu Elementary
Castro Elementary
Cavazos Elementary
Escobar/Rios Elementary
Leal Elementary
Marcell Elementary
Midkiff Elementary
Mims Elementary
O'Grady Elementary
Pearson Elementary
Salinas Elementary
Waitz Elementary

Band is available at:

Veterans Memorial High School
Mission High School
Alton Memorial Junior High School
Mission Junior High School
Kenneth White Junior High School
Rafael Cantu Junior High School

Choir is available at:

Mission High School
Veterans Memorial High School
Mission Junior High School
Kenneth White Junior High School
Rafael Cantu Junior High School
Alton Memorial Junior High School

Orchestra is available at:

Mission High School
Veterans Memorial High School
Mission Junior High School
Kenneth White Junior High School
Rafael Cantu Junior High School
Alton Memorial Junior High School

Classical Guitar is available at:

Mission High School
Alton memorial Middle School
Kenneth White Junior High
Veterans Memorial High School
Rafael Cantu Junior High School
Mission Junior High School

Mariachi/Conjunto is available at:

Mission High School
Veterans Memorial High School
Mission Junior High School
Kenneth White Junior High School
Rafael Cantu Junior High School
Alton Memorial Junior High School

Program Highlights

Elementary Music: Students in grades K-5 are introduced to the fundamentals of music, including rhythm, melody, and harmony, through interactive lessons and activities.
Band: Starting in 6th grade, students can join the band program, where they learn to play various instruments and perform in concerts and competitions.
Choir: The choir program offers students the opportunity to develop their vocal skills and participate in choral performances.
Orchestra: Students can join the orchestra program to learn string instruments and perform in ensemble settings.
Jazz: The jazz program allows students to explore improvisation and perform in jazz ensembles.
Classical Guitar: Students can learn to play the classical guitar and perform a variety of musical pieces.
Conjunto/Mariachi: This program celebrates Hispanic heritage through traditional music and instruments.