All the members of the Band Program are assigned by audition to one of several concert bands that meet as academic classes. Auditions are held twice each year at the end of each semester. New students are auditioned upon arrival. Since there are no remedial classes at the senior high level, students are expected to have and maintain certain skills on their instruments in order to be successful, contributing members in their band class. Students not passing the initial audition will be given the opportunity to audition again at a later date. These students will be given specific instructions as to what must be done in order to qualify for one of the performing ensembles at Plano East.

Performances will be given periodically throughout the year at school, community, University Interscholastic League events and nationally adjudicated concert band festivals. All members will be expected to maintain the highest levels of responsibility and preparation.