Welcome aboard and congratulations on making such a
"notable" decision!
*****There will be a Parent Meeting on*****
*****Tues., September 5 at 6:30 p.m. in the Intermediate cafeteria.*****
REGISTRATION IS ONLINE and will go live at 7 AM on Wednesday, Sept. 6.
*****Tues., September 5 at 6:30 p.m. in the Intermediate cafeteria.*****
REGISTRATION IS ONLINE and will go live at 7 AM on Wednesday, Sept. 6.
ACQUIRING AN INSTRUMENT --- please read ALL details
There are many options when it comes to acquiring an instrument and the necessary supplies, including renting, purchasing, even borrowing from a friend or family member. If you are specifically interested in renting, any music dealer who rents quality instruments is recommended. Our school system has recently been working with Pellegrino Music Center, and they visit our schools on a weekly basis. You can learn more about Pellegrino's rental program by clicking HERE. They have a special offer right now: pay for 2 months of rent and get 1 FREE MONTH. Other local companies include Royalton Music Center, Woodsy’s, and Rettig Music
**Use extreme caution when considering discount "box" store and online instruments.
While price is certainly a factor, usually when it comes to instruments "you get what you pay for." An instrument should be of quality materials and workmanship, with a long, proven record. This will cost parents less in repairs and give students the greatest chance of success. Often repair shops cannot even get parts for these types of instruments.
**Used or pre-owned instruments
If you have an instrument from a friend/family member, please make sure to take it to a qualified dealer and/or repair person to overhaul and/or place in playing condition prior to giving the instrument to a beginner. An instrument that is difficult to play or out-of-alignment will present major challenges.
**So that you may look for quality instruments, suggested below are some brands of student models that are generally reliable and known to give good service.
There are many options when it comes to acquiring an instrument and the necessary supplies, including renting, purchasing, even borrowing from a friend or family member. If you are specifically interested in renting, any music dealer who rents quality instruments is recommended. Our school system has recently been working with Pellegrino Music Center, and they visit our schools on a weekly basis. You can learn more about Pellegrino's rental program by clicking HERE. They have a special offer right now: pay for 2 months of rent and get 1 FREE MONTH. Other local companies include Royalton Music Center, Woodsy’s, and Rettig Music
**Use extreme caution when considering discount "box" store and online instruments.
While price is certainly a factor, usually when it comes to instruments "you get what you pay for." An instrument should be of quality materials and workmanship, with a long, proven record. This will cost parents less in repairs and give students the greatest chance of success. Often repair shops cannot even get parts for these types of instruments.
**Used or pre-owned instruments
If you have an instrument from a friend/family member, please make sure to take it to a qualified dealer and/or repair person to overhaul and/or place in playing condition prior to giving the instrument to a beginner. An instrument that is difficult to play or out-of-alignment will present major challenges.
**So that you may look for quality instruments, suggested below are some brands of student models that are generally reliable and known to give good service.
NO COLORED INSTRUMENTS |
Woodwinds:
FLUTE- Gemeinhardt, Yamaha, Armstrong, Artley, Emerson (silver) CLARINET- Selmer/Bundy, Vito, Yamaha (black) ALTO SAXOPHONE- Selmer/Bundy, Yamaha (gold/brass) Brass: TRUMPET- King, Bach, Conn, Getzen, Holton, Yamaha, Olds (gold/brass) TROMBONE- King, Bach, Conn, Getzen, Holton, Yamaha, Olds (gold/brass) Percussion: PERCUSSION Kit (Yamaha) - must include a practice pad, a 2-octave bell set (preferably without the note names), Mike Balter M6 bell mallets & Vic Firth SD1 sticks (these mallets & sticks may need to be purchased separately). |
ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES FOR BEGINNERS
1.) Essential Elements, Book 1 (in the correct instrument version)
2.) A one-inch, 3-ring BINDER with pockets and a PENCIL.
3.) Required Extras:
* Flute - cleaning rod, cotton handkerchief (NO “pad saver” inserts)
* Clarinet - cork grease, cleaning swab, La Voz reeds – size: med. soft (at least 5), mouthpiece cap
* Alto Sax - cork grease, cleaning swab, La Voz reeds – size: med. soft (at least 5), mouthpiece cap, neckstrap
* Trumpet - valve oil, slide grease, cleaning snake
* Trombone - trombone cream, small water bottle for misting the slide, cleaning snake (no slide oil!!)
* Percussion - Vic Firth SD1 sticks, Mike Balter M6 bell mallets
4.) A folding music stand for use at home.
1.) Essential Elements, Book 1 (in the correct instrument version)
2.) A one-inch, 3-ring BINDER with pockets and a PENCIL.
3.) Required Extras:
* Flute - cleaning rod, cotton handkerchief (NO “pad saver” inserts)
* Clarinet - cork grease, cleaning swab, La Voz reeds – size: med. soft (at least 5), mouthpiece cap
* Alto Sax - cork grease, cleaning swab, La Voz reeds – size: med. soft (at least 5), mouthpiece cap, neckstrap
* Trumpet - valve oil, slide grease, cleaning snake
* Trombone - trombone cream, small water bottle for misting the slide, cleaning snake (no slide oil!!)
* Percussion - Vic Firth SD1 sticks, Mike Balter M6 bell mallets
4.) A folding music stand for use at home.