Students who select the flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, or trombone should provide their own instrument. A very limited number of these instruments are available for students who demonstrate a financial need.

Each building has a limited number of spots for percussionists. Students who are selected to play percussion should provide their own percussion kit. Students interested in playing percussion will be assessed for basic rhythm and steady beat skills by their band teacher before selections are made.

A limited number of school-owned euphoniums are available for rental from the school. Students who would like to play the euphonium should reach out to the band teacher in their building for more information.

Are there any other band instruments?

These are the only band instruments we start in 6th grade. Students who are interested in 7th grade or beyond can try the bass clarinet, tenor or baritone saxophone, oboe, bassoon, French horn, euphonium, or tuba. These instruments are larger and involve more complex skills; by starting on the instruments shown here, we can streamline the learning process and give students a more successful foundation.

Students who select the violin, viola, or cello should provide their own instrument. A very limited number of these instruments are available for students who demonstrate a financial need.

Students who select the bass can rent an instrument from the school. Please contact your school's orchestra teacher for more information.