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What is the Cadence Conservatory?
What is the Cadence Conservatory?
The Cadence Conservatory is an organization that is comprised of the Pinecrest Cadence bands, orchestras, and colorguards. The Cadence Conservatory provides an educational, performance based learning experience that allows all students to receive the top level of instrumental, coreographical, and one-on-one training. The Cadence Conservatory offers individualized training and instruction through the use of instrumental and coreographical coaches/instructors that are present each week. This level of learning is designed to help students perform and achieve at a high level and reach their highest potential as performers and people.
What is color guard?
Color guard is a performing ensemble that combines dance, choreography, and the manipulation of equipment such as flags, rifles, and sabers. These ensembles typically perform alongside a marching band, adding a visual element through choreographed routines. Color guard performs at events like football games, competitions, pep rallys, and other school events. MS color guards learn the basics of color guard and perform throughout school year at Winter Guard competitions, parades, and at school events. HS color guards build on basic color guard principles and perform more heavily throughout the school year. They perform alongside the Pinecrest Cadence Marching Band at competitions, in Winter Guard competitions, parades, and school events. For more information or any further questions, please see the Color Guard Website
What grade can I start color guard?
Students can start participating in color guard as early as 6th grade. We do not currently offer an official Conservatory color guard class for elementary school students, but we DO offer "Color Guard Club" for 4th-5th
How do I know which program/class to get into?
How do I know which program/class to get into?
This depends on what you're interested in. Take some time to explore the "Your Options" page to get to know what you can expect from each program. Once you find something that interests you, fill out the interest form located at the bottom of the page. This will let our conservatory directors know you're interested, and they will place you into the appropriate class. If you are a high school student that already plays an instrument and are interested in joining an ensemble, please contact Mr. Purdy or Ms. Reveyrand. If you are interested in joining color guard at any level, please fill out the interest form and see the Color Guard Website for more information.
Do I need experience to join a program?
If you are interested in joining a Conservatory program as a 5th-7th grade student, you do NOT need any previous experience. However, if you are interested in joining as an 8th grade or HS student, please contact the director of the program you are interested in - as these are handled on a case-by-case basis and require an audition for admission. Cadence Conservatory contact information can be found here.
Do you provide instruments? Where and how can I rent/purchase my own?
Do you provide instruments? Where and how can I rent/purchase my own?
The Cadence Conservatory does NOT provide instruments other than percussion. Instrument rental is the responsibility of the student and their family. Instruments can be rented through music vendors around the valley, many of which we have established rental agreements with. Recommended instrument vendors are: Music and Arts, Kessler and Sons, Violin Outlet, Desert Strings, Sweetwater. Before entering into ANY rental agreement or purchasing an instrument, you MUST get approval from your program director. For more information or questions about instrument rental/purchases, please contact your program director.
Can I play guitar?
Can I play guitar?
Unfortunately, no. Guitar is not included in any of our Conservatory programs at this time.
How much does it cost?
How much does it cost?
All conservatory classes have an associated cost of $150. However, additional costs include: instrument rental fees, instrumental supplies/upkeep, concert attire, additional equipment, class trips, and more. After school activities such as marching band, winter guard, and indoor ensembles have further additional costs. These fees vary per year and come in addition to the $150 class fee. These fees pay for: competition entry fees, music, show designs, props, costumes/uniforms, travel, and more.
How many concerts/performances do you have?
How many concerts/performances do you have?
Conservatory ensembles have 4-6 concerts/performances per school year. These concerts are NOT optional and mainly take place on campus in the Performing Arts Center. Additional (optional) performances may also include Honor Band, NV All-State Band/Orchestra, and Solo & Ensemble festivals, all of which take place off campus. Marching Band, Winter Guard, and Indoor Ensembles will have additional performances throughout the school year, as competitions are a part of these activities. ALL Conservatory sanctioned concerts and competitions are NOT optional and are for a class grade.
Do you travel?
Do you travel?
In short, YES! However, the extent of travel varies based upon the ensemble you are in. Conservatory classes typically offer one (optional) class trip per year. These trips include a music or color guard performance, with the addition of a fun sight-seeing experience. Past Conservatory trips have included: Universal Studios, Disneyland, and San Antonio, Texas. The Marching Band and HS Color Guard travels to competitions in addition to these optional class trips. Past competition trips have included championships in Arizona, Utah, California, Indianapolis, IN and Dayton, OH. All trips associated with the Cadence Conservatory are based upon and include performance opportunities.
Do we have after school rehearsals?
Do we have after school rehearsals?
YES, Cadence Conservatory ensembles have after school rehearsals throughout the school year. These are held to prepare for concerts and performances. The frequency and intensity of these rehearsals varies between ensembles. Marching Band, Color Guard, and Indoor Ensembles have more frequent, regularly scheduled rehearsals during competition seasons in addition to class rehearsals. Please see your class' event calendar for rehearsal times and schedules.
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