Flute
A quality used, new, or rented Flute
1" 3-ring binder dedicated solely for Band class
Cleaning/tuning rod (should come with the flute - please check the flute before you leave the store to ensure this is in the case).
Soft cleaning cloth (a handkerchief or piece of an old t-shirt works great but will need to be cut to approximately 8x8”)
Clarinet
A quality used, new, or rented Clarinet
1" 3-ring binder dedicated solely for Band class
Three or more reeds in working condition at all times (no chips or cracks). Please keep the extra reeds in the clarinet case, not at home.
5th grade should start out using reeds of strength #2.0 and will transition to size #2.5 as the year progresses.
6th grade should start out using reeds of strength #2.5 and will transition to size #3.0 as the year progresses.
Good reed brands to consider are Rico, Vandoren, and Mitchell Laurie
Cleaning swab (silk or handkerchief style preferred)
Cork grease
Trumpet
A quality used, new, or rented Trumpet
1" 3-ring binder dedicated solely for Band class
Valve oil (not the same as slide oil)
Slide Grease
Soft cloth (piece of an old t-shirt or an old washcloth works great)
Small black washcloth or hand towel to empty water key during rehearsal.
Trombone
A quality used, new, or rented Trombone
1" 3-ring binder dedicated solely for Band class
Trombone slide oil (not the same as valve oil)
Slide grease
Soft cloth (piece of an old t-shirt or an old washcloth works great)
Small black washcloth or towel to empty water key during rehearsal.
Baritone
A quality used, new, or rented Baritone
1" 3-ring binder dedicated solely for Band class
Valve oil (not the same as slide oil)
Slide Grease
Soft cloth (piece of an old t-shirt or an old washcloth works great)
Small black washcloth or hand towel to empty water key during rehearsal.
Tuba
A quality used, new, or rented Tuba
1" 3-ring binder dedicated solely for Band class
Valve oil (not the same as slide oil)
Slide Grease
Soft cloth (piece of an old t-shirt or an old washcloth works great)
Small black washcloth or hand towel to empty water key during rehearsal.
Saxophone
A quality used, new, or rented Alto or Tenor Saxophone
1" 3-ring binder dedicated solely for Band class
Three or more reeds in working condition at all times (no chips or cracks). Please keep the extra reeds in the saxophone case, not at home.
6th grade should start out using reeds of strength #2.5 and by January should be using size #3.0
Good reed brands to consider are Rico, Vandoren, and Hemke
Cleaning swab (silk or handkerchief style preferred)
Cork grease
Neck-strap
Percussion
A quality used, new, or rented Percussion Kit
1" 3-ring binder dedicated solely for Band class
Percussion Kit which includes:
Bell set
Practice Pad (snare drum optional but please leave it at home. Do not bring it to school)
Mallets – hard rubber (not metal or yarn)
Drum Sticks