4th & 5th Grade Band Schedule
4th & 5th Grade Band Schedule
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After School Lessons Enrolling Now!
Instrument rentals are done through David French Music. Click on the link to visit the David French Music website. If you have any questions about your instrument rental, you can call 800-366-5993 or email helpdesk@davidfrenchmusic.com
Ashland After School Lesson Program FLYER.pdfClick on the link for information about after-school private and group lessons at Ashland schools! After-school lessons are a great way for students to receive more individualized instruction than can be provided during class. Lessons will help students improve exponentially on their instrument.
Lessons are split into 3 sessions:
Fall Session (October 6th-December 23rd)
Winter Session (January 5th-March 27th)
Spring Session (March 30th-June 18th)
Mindess Band Concerts
Mindess Band Concerts
5th grade concert - Thursday, December 4th 2025
4th grade concert - Tuesday, December 16th 2025
Performer Dress Code: All black clothing
All band members are expected to perform at all band concerts. Band concerts are held at the Ashland High School auditorium. It is very important students take their instruments and music home on the day of the concert, so they can bring both to the performance. Concerts are the culmination of months of classwork, so it is very important for students to attend and participate.
It is important for students to practice at home at least twice a week for at least 30 minutes per session in order to be prepared for lessons and performances. Students should practice from their book and concert music. There are method book practice resources linked below.
Mindess Band Required Method Book:
Sound Innovations for Concert Band Book 1
Sound Innovations for Concert Band Book 1
Use these recordings to learn your music and have fun practicing at home!
Online Resource for Method Book Practice & Assignments:
Once you make an account and join the online classroom, you can record yourself at home and see your feedback!
Click on the link for access to YouTube videos that students can use to practice. There are videos for every instrument that go over the basics of assembly, how to hold the instrument, how to make a sound, and more!
Click on the link for information about all of Ashland school district's band performances!
Beginner Resources
Beginner Resources
Check out the resources below for information that can help you learn at home!
Meet Ms. Valentin!
Meet Ms. Valentin!
Hello everyone! My name is Serena Valentin and I am so excited to be the new band teacher here at David Mindess Elementary. After growing up in Connecticut and living in Oregon for 4 years, I have found a home here in Massachusetts and I am loving it! I have always known I wanted to teach music and I am so grateful to be able to do what I love every day. I can’t wait to get to know all of you and be a part of this wonderful community!
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For any questions or comments, contact Serena Valentin at svalentin@ashland.k12.ma.us
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