Beginning Band
For ease of access, some materials may include links; however, it is not required to obtain the materials from the exact website listed (for example, the stand). Many materials (besides an instrument!) may be found on Amazon.
Band
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Instrument*
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For percussion, ​instrument must include a practice pad, snare drum and stand, and bells (available to rent through GCHFA).
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Pencil
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Enrollment in Essential Elements Interactive
(free online tool for home practice)
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Instrument accessories
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Saxophone, Clarinet: 2 extra reeds (size 1.5-2)​
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Oboe: 2 extra reeds
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Trumpet, French horn, Baritone/Euphonium, Tuba: valve oil*
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Trombone: slide oil* and tiny spray bottle*
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Percussion: Drum sticks, mallets
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FSMA forms (for 6th grade and up - select the appropriate form on our member site based on your homeschooling status)
*Provided with GCHFA rental instrument
Instrument accessories such as reeds, drum sticks, valve oil, and slide oil can be purchased at GCHFA upon request.