Elementary Band Information

Congratulations on choosing to enroll in our elementary band and embark on your musical journey! We are excited to welcome you as part of our musical family.

Our elementary band meets twice a week for thirty minutes during the instructional day. Your instructor will contact you soon with detailed information about the start date, class schedule, required supplies, and performance opportunities.

Register today, and your band teacher will reach out to you shortly. We look forward to making music together!

REGISTER NOW!

 

Students may choose one of the following instruments to play in Elementary Band:

Flute (Flauta)

Trumpet (Trompeta)

Clarinet (Clarinete)

Alto Saxophone (Saxofón Alto)

Trombone (Trombón)

Be sure to purchase the BAND METHOD BOOK and SUPPLIES for your instrument.  

Students are required to have the correct Band Method Book and supplies for the instrument they choose to play.  Please find your instrument below and purchase the supplies listed under that instrument.

You may purchase the BOOK and SUPPLIES at various music stores or on Amazon.

BAND METHOD BOOK (REQUIRED)
"Traditions of Excellence" Book 1
by Bruce Pearson & Ryan Nowlan
(Choose the book for your specific instrument)

SUPPLIES (REQUIRED)

Flute
· Cleaning cloth
· Swab cleaner

Clarinet
· Box of 10 #2 Reeds
· Cork grease
· Swab cleaner

Trumpet
· Valve oil
· Tuning slide grease
· Cleaning cloth

Alto Saxophone
· Box of 10 #2 Reeds
· Cork grease
· Swab cleaner
· Neck strap

Trombone
· Slide oil
· Tuning slide grease
· Cleaning cloth

 

 

 

 

 

Elementary Band registration is now open for the 2024-2025 school year.   

 

We partner with local vendors who offer rental services.  If you have already rented an instrument from one of our vendors and need assistance, please visit their link for their contact information and to inquire about renting an instrument.

• Bertrand's Music
• Sound-Tech
• Sweetwater
• Nick Rail Music
• Music and Arts

If you have questions or need further assistance, please email us at:   VAPA@mvusd.net.