We invite you to celebrate Mr. Burn’s 34 year teaching career at Homestead High School during his retirement celebration weekend May 23rd & 24th, 2025.
Mr. Burn’s Finale Concert: Friday, May 23rd, 2025 - 7 pm
This event will feature Mr. Burn’s final concert with the Homestead Wind Ensemble I and Symphony Orchestra, and will include the world premiere of a new composition, Burn Brightly, by Timothy Mahr, commissioned by the Homestead Music Boosters to honor Mr. Burn’s incredible impact as a music educator.
The concert will be held at the California Theater in San Jose at 7pm on May 23rd General Admission and VIP Tickets available. Purchase your tickets HERE!
Alumni Band & Orchestra: Saturday, May 24th, 2025 - 2 pm
We invite you to celebrate Mr. Burn as Director of Bands and Orchestra by attending the FREE Alumni Band & Orchestra concert in the Homestead Auditorium.
If you are an alumni interested in performing in the Alumni Band, complete the form at the link HERE. If you are interested in performing in the Alumni Orchestra, complete the form at the link HERE.
Retirement Reception: Saturday, May 24th, 2025 - 6:30 pm
Friends, family, and alumni are invited to join us in celebrating John's extraordinary career in music education! His retirement reception will be held in the Redwood Hall at the Mountain View Community Center.
Dinner, dessert, and beverages will be served. Please RSVP HERE by May 19th so we can get an accurate count. No current HHS students, please.
On behalf of the staff of the Homestead High School Music Department, welcome to our website! Here you'll find information about our Band Classes and our extracurricular band activities, including the Mighty Mustang Marching Band and Color Guard!