Longview Lobo Band

Home of the Big Green Marching Machine

A tradition of excellence. A standard of precision. A legacy that spans generations.

Third consecutive state silver

Longview High School’s Big Green Marching Machine earned its third consecutive silver medal at the UIL State Military Class Marching Band Contest on Oct. 28, 2026, at McLane Stadium in Waco, finishing second in the combined Conference 5A/6A division.

Send the Lobos to London

The Longview High School Lobo Band, Viewettes and Majorettes have been invited to perform in the London New Year’s Day Parade on Jan. 1, 2028, giving more than 300 student performers the opportunity to represent Longview on an international stage.

The Lobo Band Booster Club and Viewette Booster Club are raising funds to help cover travel, meals and essential expenses so every student who earns this opportunity has a path to participate.

Read the formal London invitation announcement.

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A Legacy of Excellence

For more than 80 years, the Longview Lobo Band has represented one of the most respected and enduring musical traditions in Texas. Known for its distinctive military-style marching and unmatched discipline, the Big Green Marching Machine stands apart.

The Lobo Band earned its 77th consecutive First Division (Superior) rating on Oct. 17, 2026, at the UIL Region 21 marching contest in Hallsville.

One of the longest continuous streaks of marching excellence in Texas public school history.

Excellence here isn’t occasional. It’s expected.

Watch the 2026 state finals or 2026 preliminary performance.

Videos courtesy of Longview Yearbook and Journalism.

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More Than Marching

Military-Style Precision

The Lobo Band’s traditional military marching style is a defining hallmark, demanding focus, discipline, and exactness in every performance.

Concert & Solo Excellence

Beyond the field, students consistently earn top ratings in UIL Concert & Sight-Reading and Solo & Ensemble competitions.

Longview High School received the 2026 Best Schools for Music Education Award from The NAMM Foundation, one of three Texas campuses recognized. The award honors music education across the campus.

State-Level Recognition

Five consecutive UIL State Military Class Marching Band Contest finals appearances: fourth place in 2021, bronze in 2023, and silver in 2024, 2025 and 2026.

Life in the Big Green Marching Machine

From Friday night lights to state competition stages, this is Lobo pride in motion.

Band Leadership

Rhonda Daniel
Director of Bands / Director of Instrumental Music

Grant Woodson
Assistant Band Director

Christian Jesmore
Assistant Band Director

Paul Arriola
Assistant Band Director

Zack Conners
Assistant Band Director

Emily Dean
Percussion Director

LeighAnn Dixon
Woodwind Specialist

Jason Steele
Assistant Band Director

Frequently Asked Questions