What equipment do I need?
You will need an instrument, music stand, care kit, and a book: 6th Grade needs Tradition of Excellence Book 1 and 7th Grade needs Tradition of Excellence Book 2. 8th Grade does not need to purchase their own book. The music stand is for home use during their practice sessions. We will teach students how to use the care kit and it will help them keep their instrument in top playing condition. Also ask the music store to provide an instrument case tag so you can put your name on it. Many cases and instruments look similar.
Flute Trumpet, Baritone, Tuba
Thin, soft lint free cloth Slide grease
(a men’s cotton handkerchief works well) A Mouthpiece brush and a Snake brush
Clarinet, Bass Clarinet French Horn
Box of reeds 3 strength **PLEASE GET A DOUBLE HORN** (NOT A SINGLE!!)
Cleaning swab – (cotton) Rotary valve oil
Reed case that holds four reeds A Mouthpiece brush and a Snake brush
Mouthpiece cleaning brush
Box of 10 reeds 3 strength Slide lubricant
Cleaning swab – cotton preferred Small water spray bottle for misting
Reed case that holds four reeds Slide grease for tuning slides
Mouthpiece cleaning brush A Mouthpiece and a Snake brush
Bell Kit with Practice Pad (without snare sticks and bell mallets) for practice at home.
As mentioned in their acceptance letter, students will purchase a set of sticks, mallets, and book through Holman for use at school. Having a set of equipment for school and home avoiding broken and misplaced sticks.