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Read through the newsletter for updates on student progress each week. Don't forget to add important dates to your family calendars so you do not miss out on any upcoming performances of students.
Copy of taps.mp49/11 Memorial Ceremony
9/11 Memorial Ceremony
Senior trumpet player, Kennedy King, played TAPS at the 9/11 Memorial Ceremony.
Students should be practicing their instrument outside of class.
Students should be practicing their instrument outside of class.
Even if it's for just 5 minutes.
Even if it's for just 5 minutes.
Practicing their instrument outside of class is beneficial because it helps reinforce what we've learned in class, builds muscle memory, and allows students to focus on troublesome spots at their own pace.
Consistent practice strengthens your technique, increases confidence, and makes it easier to keep up with new material in class. It also gives you the chance to focus on challenging sections, experiment with your sound, and develop a deeper connection to the music. This is especially important for wind and brass players, because your embouchure—the way you shape and use the muscles of your face and mouth—is like any other muscle in your body. Just like an athlete trains specific muscle groups to improve strength and endurance, musicians need to exercise their embouchure regularly. Practicing outside of class helps build stamina, flexibility, and control, making it easier to produce a clear, steady tone and play for longer periods of time without tiring out.
3rd Hour- Symphonic Band
3rd Hour- Symphonic Band
Students in 3rd hour are working on counting and reading rhythms focused on upbeats. They have also started to work on music for pep assemblies.
4th hour- 8-12th grade combined Concert Band
4th hour- 8-12th grade combined Concert Band
Students in 4th hour are working on counting and reading rhythms focused on upbeats. They have also started to work on music for pep assemblies.
6th hour- 6th and 7th grade combined Band
6th hour- 6th and 7th grade combined Band
6th grade students made their final decisions on instrument choices. All students are now assigned an instrument and can take the instrument home to practice. They have all received information on how to rent or acquire their own personal instrument, if you have any questions at all, please do not hesitate to reach out. 7th Grade students are working with our high school A plus mentor on reviewing music from last year and will be moving forward in their method book.
6th grade students have been focusing on the first 3 notes on their instrument. This week, all students participated in small group sectionals. I encourage all students to continue to take their instrument home to practice at least once throughout the week.
7th hour- 6th, 7th, and 8th grade combined Band
7th hour- 6th, 7th, and 8th grade combined Band
6th grade students made their final decisions on instrument choices. All students are now assigned an instrument and can take the instrument home to practice. They have all received information on how to rent or acquire their own personal instrument, if you have any questions at all, please do not hesitate to reach out. Our high school A plus mentor will be working with small groups soon.
6th grade students have been focusing on the first 3 notes on their instrument. This week, all students participated in small group sectionals. I encourage all students to continue to take their instrument home to practice at least once throughout the week.
1st hour - 6th grade digital skills
1st hour - 6th grade digital skills
Digital skills students are learning about digital citizenship and how to be a responsible and kind person on the internet.
Students needing instruments for Band
Students needing instruments for Band
Students who are in need of an instrument for band have received the letter that is attached below. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out!
Click Here to access the Palen Rental Instrument Site. You can choose a free home delivery of instrument or free ship to store.
https://www.palenmusic.com/pages/musical-instrument-rental-rent-your-instrument-online
Click Here to access the Valley Park online Store for instrument supplies such as reeds, valve oil, flip folders, instrument brushes/cleaning supplies.
instrument rental information fall 2023.pdfMusic Website Information
Music Website Information
CLICK HERE to access the official Valley Park Band Website. General information is provided on the website for the public, whereas weekly updates will be provided in this newsletter only to families of VP band students.
Calendar of Events 2025-2026
Calendar of Events 2025-2026
Google Classroom Assignment Calendars for each class
Google Classroom Assignment Calendars for each class
Contact Ms. Porter if you have any questions. lporter@vpschools.org
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