Preston Middle School
4901 Corbett Drive
Beginning and Intermediate Classes
Most students that will attend Kinard, Preston or Timnath in the fall attend the classes at Preston
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SCHOOL INFORMATION
Preston Middle School is located at 1901 Corbett Drive (West of Fossil Ridge High School)
Park/drop off in front of the school and enter through the main entrance. The doors will unlock for student entry beginning 10 minutes before the scheduled class time, and will lock for safety/security during the class time.
BEGINNING PROGRAM
The Poudre School District Beginning Music Program is open to any student currently in 5th grade that will be attending a PSD middle school next year. Students in grades 6-12 can also take beginning classes to learn an instrument if they didn't learn one in 6th grade, or if they are wanting to learn a new instrument on a space available basis. Students not attending a PSD school in the fall may participate as space allows.
In the summer, classes are taught in like instrument, or like family groups (only trumpets, or high strings). This allows us to focus on the basics of each instrument, and move at a faster pace than we are able to during the year when a typical class might have four to fourteen different instruments, each with different playing techniques.
Classes are taught by professional music educators - often by the teachers students will have either in middle school or high school. For that reason, we recommend that students attend the site closest to their home school - students will not only get to know their future music teachers, but many of the students that will be in their band and orchestra classes in the fall as well.
Beginning High Strings
Beginning High Strings
(Violin and Viola)
Class 1 - 8:00-8:50am*
Class 2 - 9:00-9:50am*
Class 3 - 10:00-10:50am*
Instructor: Leanne Griffey
*You will select either class 1, 2 or class 3 - all classes have an identical curriculum
This class is designed for students that have never played violin or viola before. Instruction includes how to hold the instrument, how to read music, and how to produce a great sound.
Students should bring their instrument (see Instrument Information), all necessary accessories, a pencil.
In addition to the instrument and supplies listed on the Instrument page, students attending Kinard summer classes are asked to bring a folding music stand to class each day.
There will be a final demonstration for parents on August 7 at 9:00am in the Kinard Gym. We would love to see you.
Beginning Cello
Beginning Cello
Class 1 - 8:00-8:50am*
Class 2 - 9:00-9:50am*
Instructor: Josh Greiner
*You will select either class 1 or class 2 - both classes have an identical curriculum
This class is designed for students that have never played cello before. Instruction includes how to hold the instrument, how to read music, and how to produce a great sound.
Students should bring their instrument (see Instrument Information), all necessary accessories, a pencil.
In addition to the instrument and supplies listed on the Instrument page, students attending Kinard summer classes are asked to bring a folding music stand to class each day.
There will be a final demonstration for parents on August 7 at 9:00am in the Kinard Gym. We would love to see you.
This class is designed for students that have never played string bass before. Instruction includes how to hold the instrument, how to read music, and how to produce a great sound.
Students should bring their instrument (see Instrument Information), all necessary accessories, a pencil.
In addition to the instrument and supplies listed on the Instrument page, students attending Kinard summer classes are asked to bring a folding music stand to class each day.
There will be a final demonstration for parents on August 7 at 9:00am in the Kinard Gym. We would love to see you.
The remedial time is NOT a class. We offer a time to help students that may fall behind. Students that have to miss a few classes (for vacation or other prior commitment) or students that need a little individual help with a concept can SCHEDULE remedial help with the teacher above. If you feel you need this time, simply talk with the teacher listed above (or send an email) to secure some time.
This class is designed for students that have never played flute before. Instruction includes how to assemble and hold the instrument, how to read music, and how to produce a great sound.
Students should bring their instrument (see Instrument Information), all necessary accessories, a pencil.
Beginning Clarinet
Beginning Clarinet
Class 1 - 10:00-10:50am*
Class 2 - 11:00-11:50am*
Instructor: Andrea Frost
*You will select either class 1 or class 2 - both classes have an identical curriculum
This class is designed for students that have never played clarinet before. Instruction includes how to assemble and hold the instrument, how to read music, and how to produce a great sound.
Students should bring their instrument (see Instrument Information), all necessary accessories, a pencil.
Many PSD middle schools require teacher approval to play percussion. You should check with your middle school band director BEFORE signing up for the beginning percussion class.
This class is designed for students that have never played percussion before. Instruction includes how to assemble and hold the sticks/mallets, how to read music, and how to play with a great sound.
Students should bring their instrument (see Instrument Information), all necessary accessories, a pencil.
PSD Does not start students on oboe, bassoon or saxophone. Students who want to play oboe should start with flute, students who want to play bassoon or saxophone should start with clarinet. Contact your students middle school teacher for more information
This class is designed for students that have never played French horn before. Instruction includes how to assemble and hold the instrument, how to read music, and how to produce a great sound.
Students should bring their instrument (see Instrument Information), all necessary accessories, a pencil.
This class is designed for students that have never played trumpet before. Instruction includes how to assemble and hold the instrument, how to read music, and how to produce a great sound.
Students should bring their instrument (see Instrument Information), all necessary accessories, a pencil.
This class is designed for students that have never played trombone before. Instruction includes how to assemble and hold the instrument, how to read music, and how to produce a great sound.
Students should bring their instrument (see Instrument Information), all necessary accessories, a pencil.
This class is designed for students that have never played tuba before. Instruction includes how to assemble and hold the instrument, how to read music, and how to produce a great sound.
Students should bring their instrument (see Instrument Information), all necessary accessories, a pencil.
INTERMEDIATE PROGRAM
The Poudre School District Intermediate Music Program is open to any student who has played an instrument for one or more years, and will still be in middle school next year.
Three of our sites offer an intermediate band and an intermediate orchestra. These are full concert bands and full string orchestras (not individual instrument classes). The focus of the program is to prepare a short concert that is presented on the last day of classes.
Classes are taught by professional music educators - often by the teachers students will have either in middle school or high school. For that reason, we recommend that students attend the site closest to their home school - students will not only get to know their future music teachers, but many of the students that will be in their band and orchestra classes in the fall as well.
The summer intermediate band is an opportunity for students to continue to play their instruments over the summer. The focus of the band will be on learning approximately four pieces of music that will be performed at a final concert on Friday, August 7 at Preston Middle School. Parents are encouraged to attend to final performance.
NOTE: Students who will be in the Kinard Symphonic Band in the fall will participate in a band camp in early August instead of the intermediate band at Kinard. Contact Mr. Perez for more information on dates and times.
Students should bring their instrument and all accessories needed to play. Music will be provided. PERCUSSION should plan on bringing their home marimba which can be left at Preston for the duration of the program.
The summer intermediate orchestra is an opportunity for students to continue to play their instruments over the summer. The focus of the orchestra will be on learning approximately four pieces of music that will be performed at a final concert at 9:00am on Friday, August 7 at Preston Middle School. Parents are encouraged to attend to final performance.
Students should bring their instrument and all accessories needed to play. Music will be provided.
CONTACT
Summer Music Coordinator - Scott Schlup - sschlup@psdschools.org - (970) 732-9250
Summer Music Co-Coordinator (June 18 to July 20) - Charlotte Boyce - cboyce@psdschools.org - (970) 732-9250
Summer Music Teachers - Listed with the class information (links above after hiring is completed) - Click their name to send an email
School Year Orchestra Teachers:
Blevins Middle School - Brian Floyd - bfloyd@psdschools.org
Boltz Middle School - Melissa Claeys - meclaeys@psdschools.org
Cache La Poudre Middle School - Nichole Markle - nmarkle@psdschools.org
Kinard Middle School - Leanne Griffey - lgriffey@psdschools.org
Lesher Middle School - Loni Obluda - lobluda@psdschools.org
Lincoln Middle School - Dana Kettlewell - dkettlewell@psdschools.org
Timnath Middle/High School - Andrew Mendizabal - amendizabal@psdschools.org
Preston Middle School - Josh Greiner - jgreiner@psdschools.org
Webber Middle School - Noelle Bauman - nbauman@psdschools.org
Wellington Middle/High School - Noah Walker - nwalker@psdschools.org
School Year Band Teachers:
Blevins Middle School - Michael Darnell - michael.darnell04@gmail.com
Boltz Middle School - Phoung Nguyen - dnguyen@psdschools.org
Cache La Poudre Middle School - Nichole Markle - nmarkle@psdschools.org
Kinard Middle School - Mike Perez - mperez@psdschools.org
Lesher Middle School - Meghan Munoz - mmunoz@psdschools.org
Lincoln Middle School - Dana Kettlewell - dkettlewell@psdschools.org
Timnath Middle/High School - Andrea Frost - afrotst@psdschools.org
Preston Middle School - Josh Greiner - jgreiner@psdschools.org
Webber Middle School - Jana Webster-Wheeler - jwebster@psdschools.org
Wellington Middle/High School - Bill Cleary - wcleary@psdschools.org
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