5th-Grade Band is a continuation of 4th-Grade Band. Students meet twice per week; once in their weekly lesson group (during the school day) and once as a full ensemble (before school, 8:00am rehearsal). In our in-school lessons, students work on improving their music literacy and basic instrumental skills. In contrast, before-school rehearsals are dedicated to developing skills needed for playing as part of a full ensemble. Band students are required to attend both in-school lessons and before-school rehearsals to ensure comprehensive musical development.
Alcott - Lessons on Fridays at either 9:00 or 9:45 and rehearsal on Tuesdays at 8:00
Thoreau - Lessons on Mondays at either 9:00 or 9:45 and rehearsal on Thursdays at 8:00
Willard - Lessons on Fridays at either 11:00 or 11:45 and rehearsal on Wednesdays at 8:00
Students who do not elect to participate in the band program in 5th-Grade will need special permission to join the band in middle school, typically contingent upon pursuing additional lessons outside the school day to prepare.
Instruments
All concert band instruments are offered in the 5th-Grade (some requiring proper preparation beforehand): Flute, Oboe, Bassoon, Clarinet, Saxophones, Trumpet, French Horn, Trombone, Euphonium Tuba, and Percussion (Mallets); (see JOIN BAND).
Concerts and "Informances"
"Informances" are informational and informal performances (hence the term “informance”). In 5th-Grade Band, students participate in an "Informance" concert in the winter, and an Elementary All-Town Band Concert in the Spring (see CALENDAR).
Performance Attire
Students are encouraged to wear their CPS band apparel for their "Informance" and Spring Concert. “Concord Association of Music Parents” offer an opportunity for families to purchase “Concord Band” apparel from our online store at the beginning of every school year. Any student who is not able to, or chooses not to wear their CPS Band shirt can opt to wear any Concord spirit wear. Students may also choose to wear a plain shirt. The purchase of apparel is NOT required, but encouraged.
Schedule Conflicts
Scheduling conflicts can be difficult to navigate, especially for younger musicians. Concord Bands has a limited number of commitments outside the school day. Although we are similar to a sports team where we all rely on each other to be successful, we differ in that we do not have a bench to pull from and do not have a full season of performances.
We understand that an illness or family emergency may prevent a student from attending a rehearsal or performance. It is best that the lines of communication remain open between caretakers and the band directors so that conflicts and absences be handled in a way that is best for the student and the ensemble.
Please be proactive by placing the dates on the calendar on your family’s calendar and attending to any schedule conflicts well in advance.
Alcott - Lessons on Fridays at either 9:00 or 9:45 and rehearsal on Tuesdays at 8:00
Thoreau - Lessons on Mondays at either 9:00 or 9:45 and rehearsal on Thursdays at 8:00
Willard - Lessons on Fridays at either 11:00 or 11:45 and rehearsal on Wednesdays at 8:00
Students who do not elect to participate in the band program in 5th-Grade will need special permission to join the band in middle school, typically contingent upon pursuing additional lessons outside the school day to prepare.
Instruments
All concert band instruments are offered in the 5th-Grade (some requiring proper preparation beforehand): Flute, Oboe, Bassoon, Clarinet, Saxophones, Trumpet, French Horn, Trombone, Euphonium Tuba, and Percussion (Mallets); (see JOIN BAND).
Concerts and "Informances"
"Informances" are informational and informal performances (hence the term “informance”). In 5th-Grade Band, students participate in an "Informance" concert in the winter, and an Elementary All-Town Band Concert in the Spring (see CALENDAR).
Performance Attire
Students are encouraged to wear their CPS band apparel for their "Informance" and Spring Concert. “Concord Association of Music Parents” offer an opportunity for families to purchase “Concord Band” apparel from our online store at the beginning of every school year. Any student who is not able to, or chooses not to wear their CPS Band shirt can opt to wear any Concord spirit wear. Students may also choose to wear a plain shirt. The purchase of apparel is NOT required, but encouraged.
Schedule Conflicts
Scheduling conflicts can be difficult to navigate, especially for younger musicians. Concord Bands has a limited number of commitments outside the school day. Although we are similar to a sports team where we all rely on each other to be successful, we differ in that we do not have a bench to pull from and do not have a full season of performances.
We understand that an illness or family emergency may prevent a student from attending a rehearsal or performance. It is best that the lines of communication remain open between caretakers and the band directors so that conflicts and absences be handled in a way that is best for the student and the ensemble.
Please be proactive by placing the dates on the calendar on your family’s calendar and attending to any schedule conflicts well in advance.
Sound Innovations Online (FREE)
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Watch the Access SI Online for Sound Innovations video to learn what a great resource this is and how to utilize its online content!
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Sound Innovations is the method book Concord Band students use for learning (see VENDOR). Sound Innovations Online is a great free resource for our students. Access all of the streaming MasterClass videos and accompaniment tracks for Sound Innovations, as well as supplemental worksheets such as theory, chorales, and music history. All completely free. No login required. Simply type in the product number—no need to create an account. SI Online works on all devices with internet access!
Bandmate Chromatic Tuner (FREE)
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We LOVE this tuner! You can download the app on any IOS device, or use the web-based version on any other device.
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Click to access Bandmate Chromatic Tuner
