Jackson Area Preparatory Band consists of mostly students in the 4th grade who attend York Center, Westmore, or Ardmore Elementary Schools.  Students are in their first year of playing.  Instruction includes basic instrument technique with an emphasis on establishing proper fundamentals as well as an introduction to musical concepts. 

Parent Information Meeting - 8/20/2025 (6:00 pm @ Jackson Orchestra Room)

Preparatory Band & Orchestra Information Meeting Slides 

Preparatory Band Registration

Thursday, August 21, 2025 - 4-7:00 pm - Jackson Cafeteria (301 W. Jackson, Villa Park)

Saturday, August 23, 2025 - 10:00 am - Noon - Jackson Cafeteria (301 W. Jackson, Villa Park)

Performances:

• Demonstration Performance - Thursday, Jan. 22. 2025 - 7:30 p.m. @ Jackson M.S.

• Spring Concert - Wednesday, May 6, 2026 @ Willowbrook H.S. 

  • • Concert Attire - students are asked to dress nicely for performances