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Information
New Students
WHSIM is excited to welcome new families to our growing community. Learn about what it means to be part of this prestigious program.
Parent
Volunteers Needed
The Instrumental Music Department needs you. We can’t do all the fun and enriching activities without the support of all the parents.
Calendar
Events
The calendar outlines practice schedules, instrumental performances, restaurant nights, and fundraising events. Check out all the upcoming events.
donations
Direct Donations
The Band Program depends on donations from parents! The program kindly asks that all families donate to match the student’s ensemble so that the program can continue to support resources and staff.
Latest News: Blog Posts
- Let’s taco ‘bout Tacos for Tunes!
Save the date and Join Us at Sea Casa on April 10th! AND save the date for Nick the Greek on April 27th! Details to follow. Ready to eat well and do good? Help support the Westlake High School Instrumental Music Program! 📅 Date: April 10, 2025⏰ Time: 4 PM – 8 PM📍 Location: Sea… - Thanks for Fueling the Music!
Thanks for joining us at Urban Plates to help support raise funds for the Westlake High School Instrumental Music Program! - Lettuce Turnip the Beet—For a Good Cause!
Thank you for supporting the program! - Thanks for supporting The Kebab Shop Fundraiser!
Keep an eye out for future opportunities! - Thank you! Sip, Support, Repeat!
Thank you, WHS Community and beyond, for supporting our fundraiser at Azuki Tea. Stay tuned for more opportunities to support the arts. - Food Truck Festival Fundraiser!
Thanks for Supporting the WHS Instrumental Music Program The WHS Instrumental Music Program’s 14th Annual Food Truck Festival Fundraiser was one for the books thanks to the support of our community and we can’t wait until next fall. Stay tuned for highlights.
Our Directors
Kenneth Karlin
Mr. Kenneth Karlin has dedicated 24 years to education and is excited to join CVUSD as Westlake High School’s Concert Band Director.
Elizabeth Blake
Mrs. Elizabeth Blake has dedicated over 20 years to education and leads Orchestra classes at both Westlake High School and Los Cerritos Middle School in CVUSD.
Brian Peter
Mr. Brian Peter has dedicated 23 years to education and leads the Studio Jazz Ensemble while a TOSA for CVUSD as the Visual Performing Arts Coordinator.