Otsego Public Schools Instrumental Music Program

The Otsego Public Schools instrumental music program is composed of grades six through twelve. Middle School ensembles include the Sixth Grade Band, Seventh Grade Band, and the Eighth Grade Band. High School ensembles include the Marching Band, Concert Band, Symphonic Band, and Pep Band. The bands are directed by Mr. Mitch Piersma and Mrs. Jessica Grove

Otsego Bands are Directed by:

Mitchell R. Piersma
MPiersma@otsegops.org

Jessica Grove
JGrove@otsegops.org

Director’s Mission:

To teach and engage students 6-12 Grade to learn to enjoy and respect music and its many qualities and benefits through the education of learning to play wind and percussion instruments.

Current Events

Band-A-Thon 2025

Otsego Band-A-Thon is coming soon! Come enjoy 24 hours of music in a row at the Otsego Middle School on Nov. 21-22.

Enjoy performances by:
  • Otsego high school and 8th grade bands
  • Jazz Ensembles
  • Student Groups
  • Soloists
  • the River Cities Concert Band
...and more!

Try your luck in the silent auction to win themed gift baskets!

Otsego Alumnus Chris Creviston is coming back to join the Otsego bands for special events this December!

Band Jacket Orders Now Open

Otsego Bands is excited to offer the opportunity to purchase customized jackets this year! These jackets are only offered every 2 years. Order by Friday, December 5th!

Otsego Band Invitational - professional photos now available!