Jefferson Elementary School
5th Grade Band
This website is meant to be a resource for our instrumental music students and families.
You will find all the information needed to start this school year in this handbook. This website also will be used to communicate announcements, lessons, and events. We will post our weekly lessons and assignments for students and families to refer to at home.
WELCOME TO BEGINNING BAND!
Hi!
My name is Eric Buchen. I've been teaching band (5th grade through 12th) for about 30 years, 25 of them here in Redondo. Some of you parents were my students not too long ago!
This website is meant to be a resource for our instrumental music students and families.
You will find all the information needed to start this school year in this handbook. This website also will be used to communicate announcements, lessons, and events. We will post our weekly lessons and assignments for students and families to refer to at home.
Have a question? Need to contact me? ebuchen@rbusd.org
Keep in mind I have about 360 students... please include Jefferson/child's name in your email.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
List of current things to practice:
We have new notes on page 22, 23, and 24. Keep trying #29, #56, #72, #84 and the Bb scale #83. Practice Conquest, Banana Boat, March Across the Seas, Impulse Power, Let's Go Band, and Power Rock. Be sure to count your rests carefully!
You will find a YouTube example of the new songs under the "Links" tab at the top of this page.
Optional - Download your book software here: https://kjos.com/ips
Parents mark your calendars:
Mid-year Performance is Friday March 1st 8:30-9:00AM Cafeteria
End of the Year Performance is Friday May 31st 1:45PM Cafeteria
Use the "Instruments" dropdown tab at the top of this page for specific lessons, homework, and instruction for your particular instrument.
The "Resources" tab contains parent support, colorful practice charts, and the materials/local stores list.
BAND SCHEDULE:
Monday : Friday:
8:45-9:30: Ms. Ito 8:15-8:55: Mr. Gara
9:35-10:20: Ms. Butler 9:00-9:40: Ms. Ito
10:50-11:35: Mr. Gara 9:45-10:25: Ms. Butler
Band Extra Help Times:
Monday & Friday Before School and Monday during Snack