Program+Info

**General Program Information**  Students may choose to study one woodwind , brass , or string   instrument. 5th grade students interested in studying percussion should go to that page for important signup information..


 * Participation is voluntary**. Classes for 5th and 6th grade are scheduled once each week for 30 minutes during the school day. Classes for 4th grade strings will be scheduled either before school or in a lunch/recess slot.

**Knowing how to read music is not necessary for entrance into this program.**  All music-reading skills needed to play an instrument will be taught in music lessons. With regular practice and hard work, many students will be reading music within one month of starting their lessons.

**All participants will perform in a band or orchestra ensemble** All students will prepare for and participate in a concert (or concerts) during the school year. All students are expected to attend these concerts. Dates and times for the performance(s) will be distributed early in the school year.


 * In preparation for concerts, rehearsals will be held outside of the school day (before/after school hours).** All members are expected to attend all rehearsals. Failure to attend multiple rehearsals may result in your child being unable to participate in a performance. The time and schedule for these rehearsals will be given out at the beginning of the school year. If you have questions about the performance or rehearsal policies, please contact your director.

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