Students receive a thirty minute small group lesson each week. Instruction begins during the first week of school. It is crucial that students attend all lessons and that they are prepared with the following: Instrument, Lesson Book, and a completed and signed practice record. The study of a musical instrument requires consistent practice and effort. Students are required to engage in home practice. Five thirty-minute sessions per week is a minimum. He/she must record this practice and have it initialed by a parent. The band room is also available for practice during the period 8 activity period.

Students are instructed in proper practice technique, instrument care, and musical techniques. It is expected that students will complete the Essential Elements 2000 - Book One during the first year of instruction. Those who meet his standard will be accepted into the Elementary Band. My experience as a teacher has convinced me that any child willing to put in a reasonable amount of effort can be successful on a musical instrument. Please contact me (w#846-7135)(h#298-5862) if you have questions or need more information.