Located in beautiful Oak Bay, British Columbia, the nationally recognized Oak Bay High School Band Program has more than 400 Grade 9 to Grade 12 student musicians. Our students, who play in one or more of the nine ensembles, receive a wealth of performance experience through seasonal concerts and other school-related events and assemblies, adjudicated festivals, as well as at community events throughout the year.

Oak Bay High School has developed a culture of excellence, innovation and student leadership over the decades.  Our philosophy, programming and professional development are based on four educational pillars of excellence:  Academics, Athletics, Fine Arts and Community Leadership and Philanthropy. Our musicians embody the Four Pillars of Excellence, and are well-rounded members of our school and local community.

OUR PHILOSOPHY

We believe every student has the capacity to express themselves creatively through music. The Oak Bay Band Program strives to instill a lasting appreciation for music.
Through music, students are connected to the wider community. Travel, community concerts, school performances, public events and philanthropy broaden the world view of Oak Bay Band Students.

​Oak Bay Band Graduates are leaders in our community and throughout the world.

ABOUT US

Meet the Music Directors of Oak Bay Band

Jeff Weaver

Director of Bands

Jeff Weaver is the Director of Bands and Jazz Studies at Oak Bay High School. He holds a bachelor of Music from the University of Victoria and a Master of Arts from Sam Houston State University. Jeff is a recipient of the Premiers Award for Teaching Excellence in British Columbia. He is the Past President of the British Columbia Music Educators Association and is a Director for the Canadian Music Educators' Association. Jeff believes that all students have the capacity to make music and that schools are complete with strong Fine Arts Performance programs.​

Director of Strings and Orchestra

Nathan Jacklin

Nathan Jacklin is the Director of Strings, and Orchestra at Oak Bay High School and conductor of the Sr. Wind ensemble. He holds a Bachelor Music from the University of Victoria and is currently working on a Master of Arts in Social, Cultural, and Foundational Studies. Nathan is the music director of the Juan de Fuca Community String Orchestra and the associate conductor for the Civic Orchestra of Victoria. He is a founding member of the Victoria Cello Quartet and performs regularly as a cellist around town, including with the Victoria Symphony. Nathan is a strong believer in music both as an important part of everyday life and as an important way in which students can grow and develop life skills.​

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SEE WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT OAK BAY BAND

"My sons are both in Oak Bay Band. It’s a wonderful community for students and their families. The kids are extremely lucky to have two such fantastic band teachers, Jeff Weaver and Nathan Jacklin. Every Oak Bay student should join band!"

"An amazing group of teachers!!!!"

"Today great concert in Prague!!!"👍👏💕📯🎷🎺🎻"

"I am a former Oak Bay band member . It was a wonderful experience then as it is now"

"I am a grandparent of  a student in Grade 12 who has played in the Jazz band and Concert band since Grade 9.
My husband and I have attended nearly all of Oak Bay High School’s concerts over these years. We have greatly enjoyed these performances.
Thank you to the two great music teachers who have inspired these young students. May the tradition continue in the years ahead."

I am a grandmother living in Courtenay. I make trips to Victoria to watch my two grandsons preform in concerts..Oak Bay High has an excellent band program. My boys seem eager, dedicated and busy. Their musical progress is delightful to watch. Each time I watch their music teachers on stage I want to run up and give a grateful hug for their hard work... I much appreciate our musical oak Bay Band!"

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