Please call the stores listed below (or any music store) for purchase or rental information.

Band will begin the week of September 1, 2026.  

Needed Items:

Violin/Viola-Shoulder Rest, Rosin, Tuner(Clip on)

Cello- Rosin, Tuner(Clip on)

Flute-Cleaning Rod(should come with instrument), Cleaning Cloth

Clarinet-3 or 10 pack Reeds* (size 2), Cork Grease, Silk Cleaning Swap, *Reed purchases are ongoing throughout the year.

Alto Sax-3 or 10  pack Reeds* (size 2), Neck Strap, Cork Grease, Silk Cleaning Swap *Reed purchases are ongoing throughout the year.

Trumpet-Valve oil, Cleaning Brush kit

Trombone-Slide Cream, Cleaning Brush kit.

Method Book Used for class: 

• Essential Elements Book 1 for Band

• Essential Elements Book 1 for Violin, Viola, Cello    

Local Music Stores For Rental & Purchase

IE Music 951-479-1261

Corona Music Center 951-898-2630

Music & Arts 951-735-5924

Music & Arts 951-278-8880

The CNUSD Band Directors are committed to the success of all band students, from beginner to the most advanced high school students. The quality of the student’s instrument is critical to the student’s progress and success. The directors highly recommend the following quality instruments and accessories that will help ensure each child’s success in band.

Recommended Instrument Brands: 

VIOLIN,Viola, Cello- Stentor, Mendini, Cecilio, Yamaha, Knilling, Scherl & Roth

FLUTE-Armstrong, Gemeinhardt, Jupiter, Pearl, Yamaha

CLARINET-Buffet, Jupiter, Selmer, Yamaha 

ALTO SAXOPHONE-Bundy, Jupiter, Selmer, Yamaha

TRUMPET-Bach, Bundy, Jupiter, King, Yamaha

TROMBONE- Bach, Giardinelli, Jupiter, King, Yamaha

MALLET PERCUSSION (BELL KIT)-Pearl, Ludwig, Sound Percussion, Vic Firth, Yamaha

Contact me if you have any question.    seaglin@cnusd.k12.ca.us