The award-winning Urbana High School band program is more than just a variety of musical ensembles. We are a family of students, directors, parents, alumni and community partners who collaborate to promote excellence in our UHS band program. Throughout the year, the UHS Band Boosters provide support to our bands and raise the necessary funds to make high quality music education accessible for all students regardless of income or background.
Announcements
Enjoy ice cream for a good cause at Jarling's Custard Cup on Monday, August 3 between noon and 10 pm. Tell them you're with UHS Bandsand 20% ot your total will be donated back to our band program. Spread the word!
Mark your calendars for the 2026 TIger Marching Band Season Schedule. Help us pack the stands with TMB fans!
We're half way through Tiger Marching Band (TMB) Camp! Find important TMB and band camp info for the second week of camp here.
TMB Families: We can't wait to see you for the TMB Picnic and Parent Preview Performance on Friday, August 7th in the Football Stadium at 6:00 pm. Find out more info about what to bring and sign up here!
Help make it happen and join us for the Urbana Band Boosters Meetings: Sept 3, Oct 1, Nov 5, Dec 3, Jan 7, Feb 4, Mar 4, April 1 and May 6.
Please help us welcome our new Tiger Marching Band percussion instructor, Aiden Endres! We'd also like to thank Peyton Black for her work as our TMB percussion instructor this past fall.
We are grateful to Miranda Soucie, Partner with Spiros Law, P.C. for her extraordinary commitment to Urbana High School Bands. Miranda’s connection to music began at age 12 when she began marching in Drum & Bugle Corps. As a first generation college and law student, she knows firsthand the positive impact that music and band can have. Miranda credits her experience in band with helping her learn the value of community, commitment, and discipline. We extend our heartfelt appreciation for her significant contributions toward the completion of the band room expansion and music library.
Follow us on Facebook here and Instagram here for more information about all of our band ensembles, as well as a link to photos and videos from the season.
If you'd like more information about Urbana Band Boosters, please fill out the Contact Form here.
Band Families, join the Urbana Bands GroupMe to connect with other band families and for on-site info here.
The Urbana High School Bands include two concert bands, a marching band with color guard, two big-band style jazz ensembles, a jazz combo, a brass choir, a woodwind choir, and a percussion ensemble. Please click on each section below to find out more information.
Stacey Peterik, Director
Christi Fernsberg, Director
Kristi Kaplan, Color Guard Instructor
Aiden Endres, Percussion Instructor
The Boosters are comprised of parents, alumni and community members. Urbana Bands are committed to making our award-winning program accessible for all students regardless of financial need. All are welcome and encouraged to join our extended band family. Our entire Urbana community benefits when we collaborate together. Please join us!
Donations
If you would like to support the band with a donation, checks payable to Urbana Band Boosters can be sent to the attention of Mr. Hicks at Urbana High School, 1002 S Race, Urbana, IL 61801.
To make a secure donation to the Urbana Bands Trip Scholarship Fund online: Please click here.
To make a secure donation to the Urbana Bands Equipment Fund online: Please click here.
To make a secure donation to the Dr. Evelyn B. Underwood Instrumental Assistance Fund online: Please click here.
Thank you!
Alumni and Friends
The Urbana High School bands are rich in history and we would like to stay connected with our Alumni and Friends!
Check out our Urbana High School Bands Alumni website here.
Please consider completing the Urbana Bands Alumni & Friends Database Form to stay up-to-date on the latest news and events.
Email us your photos and stories about Urbana Bands here.
Follow Urbana Bands Alumni on Facebook here and Instagram here.
Fundraising can be easier than you think. Here are some of the ways you can help out:
Invite your friends and family to a band event.
Like and Share Urbana Bands social media posts on Facebook and Instagram.
Participate in fundraising events.
Write your school board and local legislators and share how music education has impacted your student and family in a positive way.
