The TPHS Symphonic band is designed to provide a fundamental bridge between intermediate and advanced musical study, this class is not for beginning band students. In this course students will develop & grow as musicians. The goal of the Torrey Pines music program is to produce knowledgeable musicians who understand & appreciate music. The symphonic band is designed to provide students with an opportunity for in-depth study in the areas of chamber music and band literature as it applies to their instrument.

Through this study students will understand the cultural & artistic relevance of particular compositions throughout history. see more »

The Wind Ensemble, directed by Amy Willcox, is the top performing ensemble for wind & percussion musicians at Torrey Pines High School. This is an audition only class and is open to 9th-12th graders, although the class consists mainly of upperclassmen. The wind ensemble studies a number of advanced wind band works in a number of musical genres.

Many of the students in the wind ensemble are also members of the San Diego Youth Symphony Orchestra as well as other reputable community ensembles. Many wind ensemble students after graduation have gone on to reputable universities and conservatories to major or minor in music. see more »

The TPHS Jazz Ensemble, directed by Amy Willcox, is a challenging ensemble that offers unique creative opportunities for performing various music styles such as rock, swing, funk, Latin and bebop. Students in the ensemble develop a broad range of musical influence as well as knowledge of jazz history. There are many opportunities for students to develop their improvisation and composition skills.

Each year the Jazz Band participates in a number of concerts, festivals, competitions & school events. see more »