Bear Creek High School Instrumental Music Program

Lakewood, CO

Mrs. Arista Short
Director of the BCHS Instrumental Music Program

Welcome to the
Bear Creek High School Instrumental Music Program!

The BCHSIMP program consists of multiple instrumental music ensembles & guards under the direction of Mrs. Arista Short.

Home of the Grizzly Regiment Marching Band

We are proud to carry on the legacy of a music program that has been a part of the lives of families in Lakewood, Colorado for generations!

Are you a student at Bear Creek or nearby middle school?
We'd love to have you in the program!

Get Involved with the Bear Creek Music Program

Parent or Guardian?

The success of our program requires an army of volunteers and we'd love to have you be a part of it! Invest time with your student(s) in an experience that will shape their lives!

Learn about volunteering here, consider joining the Boosters, or make a donation.

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Rehearsals are now underway for our 2026 Grizzly Regiment Marching Band Show, "ICARUS"!

Scheduled Public Performances of ICARUS. All performance times are TBD.

Jeffco Marching Festival : September 15th, 2026
Legend Marching Festival: September 19th, 2026
BCHS Homecoming Football Game: September 24th, 2026
Legacy Marching Festival: September 26th, 2026
Lakewood Marching Festival: October 3rd 2026
4A Preliminaries: October 13th, 2026
Friendship Cup Marching Festival: October 17th, 2026
State Finals: October 23rd & 24th, 2026

Be sure to follow our calendar or Facebook page for event updates

Did you know you can help us every time you shop at King Soopers, for free?
Learn how to designate Bear Creek Instrumental Music Boosters as your King Soopers Community Rewards Beneficiary

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Ensembles in the Bear Creek Instrumental Music Program

Bands & Orchestras

Guards

Thank You to Our Current Sponsors!

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the remarkable business and families whose steadfast support is a driving force behind our vibrant and diverse musical community. Your generosity empowers us to cultivate musical talent, create beautiful harmonies, and inspire the next generation of musicians.