El Dorado Aztec Band
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El Dorado Aztecs

El Dorado High School · El Paso, TX

The Aztec Band

Excellence · Pride · Tradition

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50+
Years of Excellence
200+
Student Musicians
4
Performing Ensembles
★★★★
Regional Champions

Our Story

Forged in the Spirit of the Aztec

The El Dorado Aztec Band is more than a music program — it’s a family. For decades, our student musicians have carried the tradition of excellence onto fields, stages, and concert halls across West Texas and beyond, representing El Dorado High School with pride and passion.

Under dedicated director leadership, our program develops not just skilled musicians, but confident, disciplined, and creative young people ready to lead beyond the bandroom.

Meet the Directors
EL DORADO HIGH SCHOOL AZTEC BAND
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Our Program

Performing Ensembles

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Marching Band
Our flagship ensemble takes the field every fall, competing across Southern California in SCSBOA circuits. Precision drill, powerful brass, and a drumline that commands every stadium.
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Symphonic Wind Ensemble
The premier concert organization, performing challenging concert band literature at festivals, adjudicated events, and our annual Spring Showcase.
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Concert Band
A foundational ensemble where musicians develop core technique, musicianship, and ensemble skills that prepare them for our advanced groups.
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Percussion Ensemble
From drumline to front ensemble, our percussionists train year-round, competing in WGI-style indoor circuits and anchoring every performing group.
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Calendar

Upcoming Events

Full schedule of competitions, rehearsals, and football games. ★ = Marching Contest

Jul
6–17
Summer Band Camp
📍 EDHS · 8:00AM–11:30AM & 1:00PM–3:00PM
Rehearsal
Jul
20–24
Final Band Camp Week
📍 EDHS · 5:00PM–7:00PM
Rehearsal
Aug
01
Super Saturday Rehearsal
📍 EDHS · 8:00AM–12:00PM
Rehearsal
Aug
08
Super Saturday Rehearsal
📍 EDHS · 8:00AM–12:00PM
Rehearsal
Aug
15
Super Saturday Rehearsal
📍 EDHS · 8:00AM–12:00PM
Rehearsal
Aug
22
Final Saturday Rehearsal
📍 EDHS · 8:00AM–12:00PM
Rehearsal
Aug
28
🏈 First Football Game!
📍 TBA · 7:00PM
Football
Sep
04
🏈 Football Game
📍 SAC 2 · 7:00PM
Football
Sep
10
🏈 Football Game
📍 SAC 2 · 6:30PM
Football
Sep
17
🏈 Football Game
📍 TBA · 7:00PM
Football
Sep
22
🤠 Texas Roadhouse Fundraiser Night
📍 3180 Joe Battle Blvd, El Paso, TX · 3:00PM–9:00PM
Fundraiser
Sep
25
🏈 Football Game
📍 TBA · 7:00PM
Football
Sep
26
★ T-Bird Invitational
📍 Coronado HS · TBD
Contest
Sep–Oct
28–9
Intersession Rehearsals
📍 EDHS · TBD
Rehearsal
Oct
08
🏈 Football Game
📍 SAC 2 · 6:30PM
Football
Oct
10
★ SISD MarchFest
📍 SAC 1 · TBD
Contest
Oct
16
🏈 Football Game
📍 SAC 2 · 7:00PM
Football
Oct
17
★ UIL Region Contest
📍 SAC 1 · TBD
Contest
Oct
23
🏈 Football Game
📍 TBD · 7:00PM
Football
Oct
24
★ UIL Area Contest
📍 Midland, TX · TBD
Contest
Oct
30
🏈 Football Game
📍 SAC 2 · 7:00PM
Football
Oct
31
★ NMSU TOB
📍 Las Cruces · TBD
Contest
Nov
2–4
★ UIL State Marching Contest
📍 San Antonio, TX · TBD
Contest
Nov
06
🏈 Football Game
📍 TBD · 7:00PM
Football
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Our Legacy

Decades of Excellence in El Paso

From humble beginnings to regional powerhouse, the El Dorado Aztec Band has built a legacy that echoes through every generation of El Paso musicians. Update these milestones with your real band history!

1970s
The Band is Founded
El Dorado High School opens its doors and the Aztec Band takes the field for the first time, establishing a proud tradition in East El Paso.
1980s
First Regional Title
The marching band earns its first regional competition title, putting El Dorado firmly on the Texas band map.
2000s
Program Expansion
Wind Ensemble and Percussion programs formalize; the boosters grow and the band begins traveling to out-of-state festivals.
2010s
Back-to-Back Championships
Consecutive UIL Marching and Concert awards cement El Dorado’s reputation as one of El Paso’s premier music programs.
Today
200+ Strong & Growing
The Aztec Band enters a new era with a growing roster, upgraded equipment, and an ambitious vision — fueled by community support.
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Watch Us Play

Aztecs in Action

See the El Dorado Aztec Band perform live — the sound, the energy, the pride.

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Support the Aztecs

Help Us March Forward

Every dollar raised goes directly toward uniforms, instruments, travel to competitions, and giving every Aztec student the best musical experience possible.

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New Uniforms Fund
Help replace aging marching uniforms so our Aztecs look as sharp as they sound.
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Travel & Competition Fund
Cover bus, lodging, and entry fees so every student can compete across Texas and beyond.
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Instrument & Equipment Fund
Keep our instruments in top shape and grow our program with new equipment.

Make a Donation

All contributions support our students directly.

2025 Uniform FundGoal: $15,000
63% — $9,450 of $15,000
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Active Fundraiser

Texas Roadhouse
Donation Night 🤠

Tuesday, September 22 · 3PM–9PM
Dine at Texas Roadhouse at 3180 Joe Battle Blvd and 10% of your total food purchase goes directly to the El Dorado Band. Show this flyer or mention our name!

📞 915-505-6505 · 3180 Joe Battle Blvd, El Paso, TX

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DONATION NIGHT
Present this at the El Paso Joe Battle location
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We’d love your help! Fill out the DPS CCH Verification Form to get started as a band volunteer. Takes just a few minutes.
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What We’ve Done

Past Highlights

From Friday night halftime shows to concert stages — a look back at what makes the Aztec Band legendary.

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Friday Night Lights
Season after season, the Aztec Band commands the field at El Dorado football games — halftime shows, pep tunes, and student spirit that electrifies every stadium.
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El Paso Community Events
Parades, city performances, school assemblies, and community appearances — your Aztecs represent El Paso with pride everywhere they go.
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Awards & Achievements
UIL ratings, solo & ensemble medals, scholarship recipients, and leadership recognition — our students earn it on and off the field every single year.
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Trips & Competitions
From regional competitions to out-of-state festivals, the Aztec Band has traveled far and brought home results that make El Paso proud.
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Become an Aztec

Ready to March?

Whether you’re an incoming freshman or a returning veteran, there’s a place for you in the Aztec Band family. All skill levels welcome — just bring your dedication.

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