Fifth Grade Band

The band program consists of both small group lessons and full band rehearsals, with concerts presented in the winter and spring.  Involvement in instrumental music is a fun, rewarding and challenging way for your student to grow. Band instruction provides opportunities for your student to further develop math and literacy skills, as well as emphasizes strong organizational habits and establishes a positive peer group for your student. The Band programs at Pinewood and Diamond Path Elementary schools are thriving- come join us! 

Lessons:

The small group lesson time is designed to meet the needs of your child both academically and emotionally. This is their time to work on individual goals.  The weekly band schedule will be posted in each fifth grade classroom. Students will leave their classroom for lessons once a week.  Lessons will be twenty to thirty minutes in length, depending on the size of the group.  The goals of these lessons are to develop, within each individual, a solid understanding of basic musical concepts, a sense of responsibility to care for their instrument and music, and the ability to perform individually with an increased level of self-confidence. 

*The work done in small group lessons transfers to all other academic subjects to increase their skill levels in all other areas.

🎵 Pinewood 2025-2026: Small group lessons are on TUESDAYS or FRIDAYS 

🎵 Diamond Path 2025-2026: Small group lessons will be on MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS or THURSDAYS

Rehearsals/"Big Band":

Rehearsals are an important part of any young musician's growth. This is the time when we learn how to work together as a team.  Many important musical and procedural concepts are introduced and practiced during this time.  We call our rehearsals "Big Band"  Everyone in band will meet at this time together to get ready for our concerts!

Pinewood Elementary School Rehearsals are Tuesdays after school from 2:05-3:00pm. The Pinewood Band rehearses every Tuesday school is in session starting October 21st through the Spring Concert in April.  

Students will be dismissed to go to SAC, to walk home or go out to their Carpool at 3:00.  Carpool kids will leave out of the gym doors and meet you at your car. 

CLICK HERE:     2025-2026 PINEWOOD BIG BAND/CONCERT SCHEDULE 🎷

Diamond Path Rehearsals are Wednesdays before school from 8:20-9:15a.m. The Diamond Path Band rehearses every Wednesday school is in session starting October 22nd through the Spring Concert in April . 

*Students should arrive between 8:10am-8:15am and report directly to the gym.  PLEASE don't drop your child off any earlier, as there is no supervision and SAC uses the gym until 8:10am.

CLICK HERE:     2025-2026 DIAMOND PATH BIG BAND/CONCERT SCHEDULE 🎷

2025-2026 School Year Concerts:

The Fifth Grade Band presents two concerts during the year so that parents, friends, and other relatives have the opportunity to hear their music and observe their progress. These concerts are open to the public and all are welcome!  

Pinewood Concerts:  

Tuesday, January 20,  2026 at 6:30pm & Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 6:30pm

Diamond Path Concerts:  

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:30pm & Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 6:30pm

How are Instruments Selected?

Instrument selection is based on the student's personal choice, physical characteristics (jaw structure, lip formation, hand and finger size) and the instruments needed to provide a well-balanced band. Students, with the help of their families, will fill out a Participation Form in February of fourth grade. Mrs. Hoff will then meet with students to go over their choice(s) and help ensure their choice is a good fit for them.

How do I Get an Instrument?

Most instruments are rented from a music store unless you already own one. Information will be provided to families for the three music stores that service our district and their rental programs. Larger instruments such as French horn, baritone, and tuba, are rented directly from the school district. 

STORE RENTAL INFORMATION:

• Schmitt Music

• Groth Music

• Eckroth Music

DISTRICT OWNED RENTAL INFORMATION (French Horn, Baritone or Tuba) *Ask Mrs. Hoff

BAND FOR ALL INFORMATION (for families who qualify for the Educational Benefits Program) *Ask Mrs. Hoff

Are Scholarships Available?

Families who use the Educational Benefits Program will qualify for a scholarship for an instrument from the district's Band for All program, which provides donated instruments for students to play. These families can also receive a scholarship for a school owned French horn, baritone, or tuba. 

Family Owned Instruments

If you already have an instrument your child will play, it is important it is in good playing condition. Instruments that are old or have been not played for some time often need the attention of a good repair person. Repairs can range from minor adjustments to major overhauls. Here are a few recommended local repair shops.

Repair Shops:

Groth Music 952.884.4772

Schmitt Music 952.435.2454

Instrument Model Recommendations (In case you are searching for an instrument on your own.  If you are getting and instrument through Schmitt, Groth or Eckroth Music-they automatically use these models)

2026 Join The Band NewsLetter 

2026 Join The Band NewsLetter/Spanish 

2026 Online Google Participation Form 

2026 Paper Participation Form  

2026 Paper Participation Form/Spanish