The 2026 OMEA District 3 Honor Band takes place at the St. Helens High School from 8am-4pm on 1/9/26 and 1/10/26. For those who have never participated at the Honor Band rehearsals and performance, here are a few details about the event:

There are 15 OMEA regions in Oregon and our Scappoose Bands fall under District 3 (region that includes Washington County west of Hillsboro, as well as Tillamook, Clatsop, Columbia and Yamhill Counties). Students get nominated by their school band director and auditions may be used to rank nominations (but are not required). Student selections are announced around November and the sheet music is given to students in December/January (usually 4 pieces for self-study; listening to YouTube recordings is encouraged). Transportation is provided by the Scappoose School District to bring students to and from rehearsal/concert. Families and friends are encouraged to attend the performance concert at the conclusion of the second day (middle school band plays first, followed by high school band). There is a small participation fee for each student ($35 in 2025) to cover the guest conductors.