Required Equipment

REQUIRED CLASS MATERIALS:

*Instrument in proper working condition  

*Necessary instrument accessories such as sticks, mallets, reeds, oil, grease, etc.

*Access at home to a device used for submitting recorded assignments weekly (Smart phone, computer, tablet, etc)

The following items will all be provided to students from the band program through purchase:

*Band binder with page protectors, pencil pouch, and pencils, and music ($5)

*Technic Today, Book 2 by Ployhar. This goes in the front pocket of your binder.  See example here. 

​* Electronic tuner for in-class use. This goes in your pencil pouch. Cell phone tuner apps are not allowed.  See example here

-Not required for percussion students.

*Stillwater Band T-Shirt ($10)

*Flip Folder with rings and pages for 8th Grade Night. See example here.

*Lyre for YOUR instrument for 8th Grade Night (Not required for tuba, percussion, or double reeds). 

These items will be explained in detail in class and will also be in the band guidelines passed out on the first day of school. In order to ensure that you have the correct equipment, please do not purchase prior to the beginning of the school year. 

PERCUSSION STUDENTS ALSO NEED:

*1 pair Vic Firth Ralph Hardimon Corpsmaster marching snare sticks (wood tip) #SRH

*1 Sabian 1/8'' stainless steel triangle beater #61128

• • • These items are in addition to what was required in 7th grade. All equipment should be in their stick bag. Stick bags should be brought to class every single day.

Any or all required item can be purchased together from the band program through Palen Music. An order form will go out to all students at the beginning of the school year that lists each item they will need for their instrument. Items will be delivered to band class. This is the easiest and most efficient way to get your items. It also solves the problem of mistakenly getting the wrong item. 

CONCERT ATTIRE:

Black button-up collared dress shirt

Undershirt, if worn, must be black (not required)

Black dress pants (loose fitted, not “skinny leg” style)

Black belt should be worn if you are tucking your shirt in. Male-style shirts should be tucked in.

Black, flat, closed-toe dress shoes (no tennis shoes, high heels, combat boots, etc)

Long black socks or hose