Question 1

What Orchestras make up the Highlander Strings?

Accepted Answer

The Highlander Strings Orchestra is divided into 3 classes during the school day.

These are not specific to grade level but specific to music ability.  Auditions are held in the spring each year for students.  Placement in each class is to provide balanced groups and best educational and playing experience.

Sinfonietta
Philharmonic
Chamber

Question 2

What competitions will my student take part in?

Accepted Answer

TMEA Region 20 Auditions:
Take place in the fall each year. Students may audition for All Region spots. If selected they will return, usually during the first week in December, to practice and then perform alongside musicians from around the Region 20 area in a final concert.

UIL Concert & Sight Reading Competition: 
The entire orchestra will practice and compete in this annual competition. This is mandatory for all students.

UIL Solo & Ensemble: 
Solo and Ensemble events in band, choir and orchestra are scheduled in all UIL Music Regions. Students earning a Division One Rating at the region competition are eligible to advance to the UIL State Solo and Ensemble Contest traditionally hosted in Austin on Memorial Day Weekend. We highly encourage your students to participate but this is optional. At this time HPHS will not be sending students to Austin due to timing constraints.

Question 3

When does the Highlander Strings orchestra hold its annual spring trip, and how can parents and community members get involved?

Accepted Answer

The Highlander Strings annual spring trip typically takes place in April each year.We follow a pattern of alternating locations, with in-state destinations one year and out-of-state destinations the next. For example, in Spring 2026, our orchestra students traveled to South Padre, and we are planning an exciting trip to Disney World for Spring 2027. These trips are a ton of fun and promote team building. To ensure the success of these events, we rely on the support of volunteers. For more details contact:  HPStrings.President@gmail.com

Question 4

How can I help?

Accepted Answer

We need YOU!  To make this organization run smoothly, we need all our families to help in some way. Either by talent, time or donations. We encourage you to sign up and nothing is too small. Contact a current Booster Club member by emailing:hpstrings.president@gmail.comhpstrings.treasurer@gmail.com

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FAQs

What Orchestras make up the Highlander Strings?

What competitions will my student take part in?

When does the Highlander Strings orchestra hold its annual spring trip, and how can parents and community members get involved?

How can I help?