Welcome back Dragon Band!
High School:
I will pass folders out for student usage on day 2. A Pencil, technique book, instrument and music will be required each day. A three ring binder is recommended as well.
8th and 7th Grade Band:
Same requirements as previous years, but each student needs a three ring binder for fundamental music sheets, honor band paperwork and other loose items that will be sent out. All-County and All -District scales (Chromatic, most of all) should be each student's first priority!
6th grade parents:
Please make sure your student has what they need for class. The Essential Elements book is required. Reeds are required to be purchased as needed. Students on brass instruments need valve oil. Trombones need slide oil. These are things that must be bought.
Students should also be practicing at least twice a week at home. 30 minutes each day. Band is not instant gratification. They must practice to be successful. I will use a practice log in beginning band this year to ensure students are practicing at home!
As a reminder both Winter and Spring Concerts are required for all Middle School students. All County and All District are STRONGLY suggested for 7th and 8th Graders. Scale sheets will be made early this year and students should practice these scales.