CPES Band and Orchestra

CPES students in Grades 4-6 are invited to play an instrument this year!

During the first week of school, grades 4-6 will visit Mrs. Field and Mrs. Rauch to learn more about Orchestra.  Grades 5-6 will visit Dr. Mincer to learn more about Band.

Register for band OR orchestra classes by Wednesday, September 2.  Early registration is encouraged!

Classes begin the week of September 14!

Who may join Band and Orchestra?

• Students in grades 4-6 are invited!  Joining is optional and is a 1-year commitment at CPES.

• No experience necessary.  Total beginners are welcome!

What is the schedule?  What is the time commitment?

•  Classes are once per week during specials, during the school day.  

  • 5th-6th grade schedules will be created and communicated by September 14. 

  • 4th grade schedule starting September 14:

    • Monday- Keshava

    • Tuesday- Luong

    • Wednesday- Abuolba and Warner

    • Thursday- Yost-Blakely

    • Friday- Alessi

• Students perform in 2 evening concerts per year.  The schedule is coming soon.

• At-home practice is necessary for success!  Some students find that 1 hour per week (spread over several days) is a good place to start.

Is there a fee to join class?

•  No!  Classes are free.

May I change my music class choice mid-year?

• No, your music class selection is a 1 school-year commitment and schedules will not be changed after classes begin on September 14.

May I play an instrument (Band/Orchestra) AND sing in Chorus?

• YES!  Many 5th and 6th graders at CPES play an instrument and join Chorus and we think this is great!  Please check with your General Music teacher for more information about chorus!

What is the concert uniform?

• Every CPES Orchestra, Band, and Chorus student will need a concert uniform t-shirt.   We will complete the order later in the fall.

May I play 2 instruments this year?

• No, students may only play one instrument per year.  Fourth graders may join Orchestra. Fifth and sixth graders may join Band OR Orchestra.