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.
In Music Theory as well? Figure out what your child needs based on the level they're in.
Students with prior music theory experience may take a placement test.