Westlake High School
Instrumental Music

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
Spirit Packs
The Band Program depends on donations from parents! The Department kindly asks that all families buy a spirit pack matched to the student’s ensemble so that the program can continue to pay for resources and staff.
Latest News: Blog Posts
- Monthly NewsletterCheck out the WHSIMB’s monthly newsletter! See the current issue and the archive of past issues from the 2023 school year.
- Restaurant Night: Slice House and La Esquina Mexican GrillJoin us on Thursday, September 28th for a Restaurant Night Fundraiser. Thank you to neighboring restaurants Slice House and La Esquina Mexican Grill for donating 20% of in-person sales to the WHSIM program. Please eat on the appropriate patio.
- Back to School SaleSupport the WHS Instrumental Music program in style! NEW ITEMS FOR THE FALL: Long sleeve shirts, beanies, windbreakers, bucket hats, different style shirts, hoodies, and more! Personalization available on some items. A percentage of the proceeds benefit the WHSIM program!
- Food Truck FestivalSAVE THE DATE: October 22, 2023Conejo Creek Park A Celebration of Music and Food in support of the Westlake High School Instrumental Music program. Silent Auction Items The WHSIM Food Truck Festival is one of our largest fundraisers of the year and we need your help! We are actively looking for Silent Auction items. If … Read more
- The Stand Restaurant NightJoin us at The Stand on Wednesday, August 30th from 11 am – 9pm. All sales online and in person qualify for the 25% donation to WHSIMB.
- 2023-2024 Class RostersCongratulations to all the students! Audition results are posted below. Click on the ensemble name to view the roster:
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.