About the Band

Melissa Band Program: A Legacy of Excellence, Built Together

Since 2005, the Melissa Band Program has grown into one of the most respected and successful music programs in the state of Texas. What started as a small group of passionate students and dedicated directors has, over the past 20 years, become a thriving program known not just for its competitive success, but for the values it instills in our students every day.

Our band has proudly represented Melissa at the Texas State Marching Contest four times. In 2020, our students earned the silver medal in the 4A State Marching Contest, and in 2021, they followed it up with a bronze. These recognitions reflect not just talent, but countless hours of hard work, discipline, and heart - qualities that define what it means to be part of the Melissa Band.

Along the way, our students have earned a long list of awards, including UIL Sweepstakes honors, Best in Class recognitions, and special awards like Best Percussion and Best Color Guard. The program has also seen success in the North Texas Color Guard Association (NTCA), with both percussion and color guard earning silver and gold medals. Most recently, in 2025, our Winter Guard brought home national recognition as the WGI Color Guard Scholastic A Silver Medalist at the WGI World Championship - a proud moment for our entire community.

What truly sets the Melissa Band Program apart is the culture we’ve built - a place where students are supported, challenged, and inspired. Many go on to earn spots in All-Region, All-Area, and All-State Bands, but what they carry with them is more than just recognition. They leave with confidence, leadership skills, and a deep appreciation for music and teamwork.

Looking back on these past 20 years, we’re incredibly proud of how far we’ve come. The Melissa Band Program continues to be a place where students strive for excellence, find their voice, and build memories that will stay with them forever.

Our Mission

The purpose of the Melissa Independent School District’s Band Program is to support the Melissa ISD vision of empowering ALL students to reach their utmost potential to achieve excellence and life-long success. The Melissa ISD Band Program will empower learners to develop their creativity in all aspects of their lives and to become life-long contributors to the local and global community through the arts.