The Orchestra Cup will be awarded to the student with the highest-grade point average in orchestra class and who has met the following requirements:
- The student must have completed six (6) semesters of orchestra classes.
- The student must have no semester graded lower that a "B" in any orchestra class.
- The student must have participated as a soloist at the District Music Contest for two (2) years.
- The student must have participated in a non-conducted ensemble for two (2) years at the District Music Contest.
In the event of a tie, the District and State Music ratings, and All-State status will determine the winner. Should there be a tie, the winner will be determined at the discretion of the director.