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Step-Up Instruments- band students should not play on beginner instruments past middle school
Step-Up Instruments- band students should not play on beginner instruments past middle school
By the time a student reaches high school band, they should consider renting or purchase a step-up instrument. Students still playing an instrument they purchased as a beginner can be held back by the level of instrument they are playing. Marching band is very hard on instruments due to the outdoors and increased use of the instrument compared to middle school band. We suggest students keep their beginner model instrument for marching band and purchase an intermediate, advanced, or professional level instrument for concert season (indoor playing only). Online purchases are not recommended. It is always best to play the instrument, and make sure it is the best fit for the student.
Music Stores/Repair Shops-
Music Stores/Repair Shops-
The Bandwagon is our primary vendor.
Mr. Henry visits each school weekly to repair instruments.
For rental, repair, supplies, or step-up instruments, please contact:
Jeff Henry- cell- 817-583-0001
Shop #- 817-744-7919 (call the store if your instrument is already in the shop and you have a question)
Music Links/Band Apps-
Music Links/Band Apps-
UIL PML (Prescribed Music List for solos and ensembles for HS contest)
Smart Music (students play along with this online program that helps them practice, great for students at all levels)
Music Travel (travel company for band trips)
Greenlight Group Tours (travel company for band trips)
8notes.com (music website with tons of information)
Music Theory (website geared towards music theory)
musicracer.com (games to learn to read notes and fingerings)
Band Apps for your phone-
Band Apps for your phone-
Tuner/Metronome:
Free - Bandmate (shows notes on the staff in the correct octave)
Free - Soundcorset
Paid - Tonal Energy (TE Tuner) BEST TUNER/METRONOME TO BUY ON YOUR PHONE!
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