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Welcome to the ADAMS BAND!
INTERESTED IN JOINING BAND?
FIRST STEP:
EVERYONE MUST ATTEND INSTRUMENT FITTING!
Instrument Fitting Dates: Saturday, April 18 or 23 Click HERE for the Sign Up Genius link.
On April 18 and April 23 we will meet with each student and their parents for about 15-20 min. During this appointment students will play on woodwind and brass instruments! If you are interested in percussion, you must also attend the wind instrument fitting on April 18 or 23rd.
INTERESTED IN PERCUSSION? READ CAREFULLY! In-person percussion fittings will take place ONE DATE ONLY- April 23rd. If a student is unable to make this specific date and would like to still be considered for the percussion class, they must complete the "virtual fitting" video submission via the google classroom link below. NO PERCUSSION EQUIPMENT IS NEEDED. All students who are interested in percussion MUST ALSO attend the wind instrument fitting on April 18 or 23 - use sign up genius link in blue above.
Percussion Virtual Fitting Link : Google Classroom
**Virtual fitting videos will be due by April 22 at midnight
Due to popularity of the instrument, Alto Saxophone is a lottery system. Class size is limited to 10 due to space/ balanced instrumentation. Students who successfully test for sax will be entered into the lottery. Any other instrument that exceeds class space/ instrumentation needs will be treated as a lottery instrument, in which names will be drawn to fill the available spots in the class.
SECOND STEP:
After the fitting process is complete for all students, we will email you to let you know which instrument your student will be playing. We will also send additional information about how to rent/ purchase the instrument and needed supplies.
April 27 - Bells Music will be available at Adams from 5-7:30 pm to help you with instrument rentals.
Rental Instruments vs. School Owned Instruments
Some instruments the family provides for the students to play in band. Most families choose to rent the instrument and purchase supplies from a local music company. These instruments include flute, clarinet, alto sax, trumpet, trombone and percussion.
Some instruments are school owned instruments. This means the school provides the instrument for a $100 annual usage fee and families purchase the mouthpiece/reeds, cleaning supplies and book. These instruments include oboe, bassoon, French horn, euphonium and tuba.
What are the band instruments? Watch this video to see and hear all the different band instruments. There are LOTS of options!
What some of our students have to say about BAND!
IMG_1796.MOVThe ADAMS LION BAND is one of the largest organizations on campus!
The ADAMS LION BAND is one of the largest organizations on campus!
We are students who are eager to do something we’ve never done before, to be appreciated for our hard work, to showcase our abilities, and to have TONS of FUN in the process!
We are starting on our paths to becoming doctors, lawyers, politicians, professional athletes, actors, architects, and anything else we want to be.
We are the largest group of friends you could ever have in middle school!
We are YOU!
We are the Leo Adams Band! We can't wait for you to JOIN US!
We are the Leo Adams Band! We can't wait for you to JOIN US!
Band is one of my favorite classes! At first I didn’t know if I would be good at playing an instrument, but once I started learning I had so much fun! It’s a blast! - 6th grade band student
See what football star, Jason Kelce, has to say about the value of learning an instrument and how that applies to sports, or anything else in life. Jason played in the band and jazz band all throughout high school in addition to football.
We are so excited to meet and welcome our newest Lion Band members! Below we will outline the process for joining band and how your instrument will be selected.
Re- cap of important dates!
February 3-- 5th grade Lion Showcase/ parent meeting at ADAMS! We will have band instruments out to show parents and students. We will be able to answer questions about the instruments and the band program. We will not have time to allow students to try the instruments on this night.
ASAP- Sign up for your time slot on instrument fitting day. Please pay special attention to due dates for percussion, as late applications will not be accepted.
April 18 and 23- Instrument fitting day! Meet the band instruments!
April 27- Bells Music at Adams from 5-7:30 with instrument rentals
Please take a moment and browse through our Adams Band website! You can gain more info about our program, our amazing private lesson opportunities and staff, as well as see pictures of all the fantastic things our kids accomplish and participate in! You can also get a glimpse of the Eaton Band! Always feel free to reach out with any questions you may have. See below for a list and an additional link to our most frequently asked questions.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What if we can’t afford an instrument?
Contact us! There are some low-cost options available for getting an instrument. Don’t let this be a reason to keep you from joining the band program. We can help you.
Will band get in the way of making good grades?
No! While the amount of hard work with classes is determined by each individual, over the years we have found the majority of students in band actually do better in all their other classes. Band helps create habits of excellence that carry over to a multitude of other activities.
Does a student need to have prior band or other musical experience?
Absolutely not! While a background in piano or another instrument can be helpful to a student’s understanding of musical concepts, it is not necessary to have prior knowledge or training. Most of the students in the Adams Band had no music training outside regular 5th grade music classes.
Is it possible to be in Band and Pre AP or GT classes? What about band and sports?
Yes! In fact, the majority of our band students participate in higher level classes. And most of them participate in football, volleyball, basketball, etc. in addition to that!
Asthma? Braces? Is it possible?
Absolutely! There are accommodations available for practically every student interested in being part of the band. There are plenty of students in band who wear braces or have asthma. In fact, playing a wind instrument can be beneficial in the strengthening of the lungs!
Please click here for an additional document that answers even more questions. :)
Click here for 2026-27 Instrument and Supply List
***Important-- DO NOT make any purchases/ rentals until you have received confirmation of your child's instrument from a band director.
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