BAND

Band instruction is offered during the school year to 4th, 5th and 6th grade students. It is an elective course that meets twice a week - for a 30-minute instrument group lesson during a recess period in the school day, and for 45-minute full band ensemble rehearsal before school.

In the band program, students:
Master basic instrument playing technique
Gain experience in solo and ensemble performance
Perform in concerts throughout the school year
Prepare for secondary school performing arts electives
Develop lifelong skills: creative expression, intellectual growth, responsibility, discipline, self-esteem and teamwork Instrument choices include: Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Trumpet, French Horn,Trombone, Euphonium, and Percussion (mallet instruments and drums).

The fee for band is $750 per school year, which includes instructional materials, band t-shirt, concert performances, program expenses and teacher salary. (Rental or purchase of instrument is separate.) Registration for band occurs in the fall.

Band instructor: Faye Siegel