Beginning Band rehearsal schedule

IMPORTANT DATES:


BEGINNING BAND CONCERTS


CADET BAND CONCERTS

Cadet Band rehearsal schedule

Mondays (starting Monday, Oct. 9th) 4:15-5:30pm in the Ida Price Band, Room 53

Would you like to learn how to play an instrument? 

THEN BAND IS FOR YOU!!! 

What is Band? A group of students that rehearse and perform instrumental music on the following instruments:




Having trouble deciding on an instrument?

Please contact us to schedule a time to use the try out kit

sanchezd@cambriansd.com - Bagby & Farnham

ramosb@cambriansd.com - Fammatre & Sartorette/Steindorf

marriottk@cambriansd.com - Steindorf

BEGINNING BAND - 

Band is a large multi-instrument performing ensemble. Our beginning band offers the following instruments: Flute, Clarinet, Trumpet, Trombone, and Percussion (with 1 year piano experience or permission from the band director). Percussion requires both untuned (drums, cymbals, accessories, etc.) and tuned percussion (Concert bells, marimba, xylophone). Percussionists are expected to practice both instrument families which involves reading rhythms and pitches on a music staff.


Our Beginning band is intended for students with little to no background in instrumental music. We only ask for enthusiastic, involved students with a growth mindset and a love of music.


Band curriculum includes basic music theory, instrument fundamentals, posture, breath control, and performing ensemble etiquette.

 

To participate in the band program, a $150.00 donation is requested and greatly appreciated. This non-refundable donation is voluntary and not required. The District relies on these donations to be able to continue to offer high quality extra-curricular programs of this type for all of its students. This donation includes one after-school rehearsal per week, a band method book, and highly qualifed instrument specialist. (NOTE: Parents are expected to provide black pants (full length), black socks (above the ankle) and black shoes for performances.)


Please note that these ensembles are separate from the after-school enrichment programs at the school sites, and require a full-year commitment.

 

Band rehearsals begin the week of October 9th.

Where to get an instrument?

Band students can rent, buy, or borrow a band instrument. We do have a limited supply of district instruments which are available to loan.


INSTRUMENT LOAN

The Band Program has bell kits (percussion), trombones, trumpets, clarinets, and a small number of flutes available for loan. An additional $50.00 NON-REFUNDABLE DONATION is requested if you are chosen to borrow an instrument from the district. 

Beginning Band rehearsal schedule


BAND REHEARSALS START THE WEEK OCTOBER 9TH.

CADET BAND - 

Cadet Band is our second year ensemble. It is a continuation of Beginning Band with more emphasis on performance. Our goal is to prepare the student for the culture and rigor of middle school band and beyond. 


Enrollment is based on skills demonstrated through an audition or via satisfactory completion of Beginning Band and the ability to demonstrate the fundamental skills e.g. Reading, Tone Production, Rhythm, Posture, Articulation, Work Ethic, Behavior. 


Sample skillset


Additional performance opportunities




To participate in the band program, a $150.00 donation is requested and greatly appreciated. This non-refundable donation is voluntary and not required. The District relies on these donations to be able to continue to offer high quality extra-curricular programs of this type for all of its students. This donation includes one after-school rehearsal per week, a band method book, and highly qualifed instrument specialist. (NOTE: Parents are expected to provide black pants (full length), black socks (above the ankle) and black shoes for performances.)


Please note that these ensembles are separate from the after-school enrichment programs at the school sites, and require a full-year commitment.

 

Band rehearsals begin the week of October 9th.


Practicing

Daily practice is essential and mandatory for any band student. Practice should be:

Learning an instrument is a balance between in class instruction and personal practice.

Important band dates

 


BEGINNING BAND CONCERTS