BEGINNING BAND
- Description: Beginning Band is offered to students who have never before played a concert band instrument. Music sight-reading and basic instrument technique are taught at an introductory level, encouraging students to master rudimentary skills before diving in to more difficult music. Year-long commitment is required, but students who advance quickly will be given the option to move on to a more advanced group (Cadet Band) half-way through the year.
- Requirements to Join:
- Must be fitted for an instrument (either at Instrument Fitting Day or through appointment with director).
- Must fill out registration (below) after their Recommendation Letter is received
- Must rent/purchase instrument (see our Instrument Rental page for more info)
- Must acquire all necessary supplies for their particular instrument (see our Supply List page for more info)
- Must be fitted for an instrument (either at Instrument Fitting Day or through appointment with director).
- Grades Offered: 5th-8th grade
- Rehearsal Times: Monday-Wednesday-Friday, 7:00am - 7:55 am
- Instrument Spaces Available (note: numbers are subject to change at the discretion of the director):
- Flute-6 to 10
- Oboe-1 to 2
- Clarinet-6 to 10
- Bassoon-1 to 2
- Alto Saxophone-3 to 4
- Tenor Saxophone-2 to 3
- Trumpet-4 to 5
- Trombone-4 to 5
- Percussion-4 to 5
- Uniform cost: Anywhere from $12-$20 dollars (TBD)
Want to sign up for the '20-'21 season?? Fill out the below form and make sure to attend our virtual BAND NIGHT orientation (TBD)!
Beginning Band Syllabus |
Band Policies |
Band Instrument Guide |
BEFORE YOU REGISTER... Make sure you know what instrument is right for you!
Sign up for an Instrument Fitting Appointment!
Sign up for an Instrument Fitting Appointment!