We're glad you're here!
Our students in band and orchestra have a lot of fun. We can't wait to meet you!
Kymbre Westhoff
Orchestra Director South MS & High School |
Briana Henzel
Orchestra Director East Middle School |
Zach Shupe
Band Director East Middle School |
Dillon Jarrett
Band Director South Middle School |
Graham Deckard
Band Director East & South MS |
Jennifer Gibson
Band Director High School |
Learn About Orchestra
Students going into 6th grade can sign up to join the orchestra.
Orchestra at South MSIn orchestra, you can...
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Orchestra at East MS |
Orchestra Instruments
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Violin
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Viola
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Cello
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Bass
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Learn About Band
Students going into 6th grade can sign up to join the band.
Band at South & East MS
* Video update: Try the Instrument is not in the evening anymore.
Students will try the instruments during their middle school building tours.
Students will try the instruments during their middle school building tours.
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Important Information
HOW DO WE PICK AN INSTRUMENT?
Picking an instrument is a big decision and we will help you through the process.
All 5th Grade Students will try out different instruments during their middle school building tours on February 23, 2023 (South) and February 24, 2023 (East).
Students will get help from someone who plays the instrument they are trying.
In the days after trying the instruments, parents and students should talk through the options. Parents will complete the TOP 3 Form to let us know their child's first, second, and third favorite choices.
We will try to get you on your top choice as long as that instrument section doesn't get too full. If an instrument section gets too full, some students will be offered their 2nd or 3rd choice of instrument.
If your child was not at school they day we tried instruments, you can still complete the TOP 3 form at the end of this page. You will choose your TOP THREE instruments based on the videos and which ones you like the best.
Families will receive an email around March 6 notifying you which instrument your child is approved to play.
Note: If the cost of an instrument is a factor in your decision, make sure to review the estimated costs listed below on this page.
Picking an instrument is a big decision and we will help you through the process.
All 5th Grade Students will try out different instruments during their middle school building tours on February 23, 2023 (South) and February 24, 2023 (East).
Students will get help from someone who plays the instrument they are trying.
In the days after trying the instruments, parents and students should talk through the options. Parents will complete the TOP 3 Form to let us know their child's first, second, and third favorite choices.
We will try to get you on your top choice as long as that instrument section doesn't get too full. If an instrument section gets too full, some students will be offered their 2nd or 3rd choice of instrument.
If your child was not at school they day we tried instruments, you can still complete the TOP 3 form at the end of this page. You will choose your TOP THREE instruments based on the videos and which ones you like the best.
Families will receive an email around March 6 notifying you which instrument your child is approved to play.
Note: If the cost of an instrument is a factor in your decision, make sure to review the estimated costs listed below on this page.
HOW DO WE GET AN INSTRUMENT?
Important: You don't need to get an instrument immediately. We recommend letting us help you through the process so you get exactly what your child needs.
The easy way:
Parents/Guardians for Band students will come to our Instrument Night April 11, 2023. They will meet with Meyer Music staff to purchase or rent-to-own. The Instrument Night for Orchestra will be held in the fall on August 22, 2023.
Band Instrument Night (Rent-to-own & Purchase options available)
April 11, 2023
Arrive anytime from 5:30-7:30pm at South Middle School
If you cannot attend this evening, you can set up your rent-to-own at MeyerMusic.com
Another option:
Parents/Guardians can purchase an instrument on their own. There are many used instruments available. We always recommend coming to the Instrument Night first to have all the information. We also recommend emailing one of us before making a purchase. We want to help you get the right kind of instrument.
Important: You don't need to get an instrument immediately. We recommend letting us help you through the process so you get exactly what your child needs.
The easy way:
Parents/Guardians for Band students will come to our Instrument Night April 11, 2023. They will meet with Meyer Music staff to purchase or rent-to-own. The Instrument Night for Orchestra will be held in the fall on August 22, 2023.
Band Instrument Night (Rent-to-own & Purchase options available)
April 11, 2023
Arrive anytime from 5:30-7:30pm at South Middle School
If you cannot attend this evening, you can set up your rent-to-own at MeyerMusic.com
Another option:
Parents/Guardians can purchase an instrument on their own. There are many used instruments available. We always recommend coming to the Instrument Night first to have all the information. We also recommend emailing one of us before making a purchase. We want to help you get the right kind of instrument.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
The cost depends on the instrument. Meyer Music is our local instrument stop partners. They offer instruments for purchase and rent-to-own. The Rent-to-Own program with Meyer Music splits the cost of the instrument over a set number of months. The prices below are current as of 2022. The prices may change over time, but his will give you a good estimate for what to expect.
Band Instruments
Orchestra Instruments
In addition to the instrument, there is some additional supplies (books, reeds, valve oil, rosin, shoulder rest etc) that some instruments require.
The cost depends on the instrument. Meyer Music is our local instrument stop partners. They offer instruments for purchase and rent-to-own. The Rent-to-Own program with Meyer Music splits the cost of the instrument over a set number of months. The prices below are current as of 2022. The prices may change over time, but his will give you a good estimate for what to expect.
Band Instruments
- Flute: Open Hole - $35.00 to $38.00 per month
- Clarinet - $35.00 to $39.00 per month
- Trumpet - $37.00 to $40.00 per month
- Trombone - $37.00 to $40.00 per month
- Alto Saxophone - $66.00 to $74.00 per month
- **French Horn - $86.00 to $93.00 per month
- **Euphonium (Baritone) - $90.00 to $94.00 per month
- **Tuba - N/A (tubas are available through the school)
- Scholastic Marimba - $71.68 to $75.34 per month
Orchestra Instruments
- Violin ¼, ½ & ¾ - $27.00 to $30.00 per month
- Violin 4/4 - $36.00 to $40.00 per month
- Viola 12” & 13” - $27.00 to $30.00 per month
- Viola 14” - $29.00 to $33.00 per month
- Viola 15” & Up - $40.00 to $44.00 per month
- Cello ¼, ½ & ¾ - $49.00 to $54.00 per month
- Cello 4/4 - $57.00 to $61.00 per month
- String Bass - $78.00 to $90.00 per month
In addition to the instrument, there is some additional supplies (books, reeds, valve oil, rosin, shoulder rest etc) that some instruments require.
