An Award-Winning Tradition

El Toro High School's Royal Blue Regiment Marching Band is a 44 year-old award-winning ensemble. The Royal Blue Regiment is composed of brass, percussion, and woodwinds instrumental sections, and the Color Guard. During marching band season, all four sections work together both on and off the field.

Season Events

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At the beginning of August, RBR students participate in a two week-long Band Camp.

Camp days & Practices 

Band Camp is held the generally the first 2 weeks in August or the two weeks prior to the start of school. 

​In the fall, the marching band,rehearses Mondays and Tuesdays after school, and Thursday evenings. With an occasional rehearsal after school on Friday.
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The RBR marches in the City of Lake Forest July 4th parade annually, and is joined by alumni members.

Fourth of July Parade

The annual Fourth of July Parade kicks off the year, showcasing Lake Forest's sole marching band.

To prepare for the parade there are often camp days held in June and right before the parade.

Football games

Football games begin in August. At home football games, the RBR performs a half-time exhibition of their field show. For all football games they perform as a pep band, supporting the football team and representing our Chargers.

Field Show Competitions

Competition season begins in October. This Fall (2023-2024), RBR will compete in both California State Band Championships (CSBC) and  Western Band Association (WBA) events.

Fair-Share Contributions

Full RBR Contributions paid by 8/1 — $800
Installments & Due Dates                       
  • Installment #1 by 7/1 — $100
  • Installment #2 by 8/1 — $300
  • Installment #3 by 9/1 — $200
  • Installment #4 by 10/1 — $200
​Costumes & Miscellany Items
  • Musician's Shoes & Gloves/Wristbands  by 9/1 — $55
  • Color Guard Costume by 9/1 — $200
  • Color Guard Flag Bag *(w/personalized embroidery) — $60
*Optional - Non-Custom bags will be provided if not purchased
RBR participants can make their fair-share contributions to the program by clicking over to the Ensemble Contributions page

season SCHEDULE

RBR VOLUNTEERS
No schedule is sacred and is subject to change.    For the most up to date schedule please click this link to see our Google Calendar. 
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2023 RBR Season Calendar & Schedule
No job is too big or small! Join us, have fun, and help make each event a success!
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Forms & Information Guides

The following forms must be completed by all RBR students and submitted at the start of Band Camp. You can find all of our forms located on our Forms & Fliers Page.
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      Sports Physical, which must be uploaded to the Athletic Clearance website.
      2023 RBR Parent & Student Information Order Form  *COMING JULY 2023
      2023 RBR Authorization to Treat A Minor
      2023 Musician Uniform Agreement or Color Guard Uniform Agreement
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2023 RBR Parent Guide COMING JULY 2023
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YOU CAN ORDER SPIRITWEAR FOR FOOTBALL AND COMPETITION SEASON DURING SELECT WEEKS OF THE SEASON! WATCH FOR MORE INFORMATION IN THE NEWSLETTERS AND DURING THE ALL PARENT MEETINGS.

Awards

Under the direction of Brandon Miller, RBR has been a finalist since the 2016 WBA Grand Championships. During the 2022-2023 season,  RBR has finished in 1ST place in Southern California's 2A Division at both the Regional and Class Champs, and 8th Place at Grand Champs after competing in both the Western Band Association (WBA)  and California State Band Championship (CSBC) circuits. 

2022 Season Show
"The Blue Forest"