A slide show from the Beginner Band Parent Meeting

1. Michael Beix
Band Director
878-3759, x105
mike.beix@yorkville.k12.wi.us
tinyurl.com/yorkvilleband

2.  It’s fun! You get to “play” in class!
 Studies have shown that students who take
band perform better in other subjects
 Builds teamwork, cooperation, quick thinking,
and decision making
 Music builds more pathways within the brain
because it is using BOTH sides of the brain

3.  1 weekly 25 minute lesson
 Similar instruments in small groups
 Students are responsible for missed work
 Contact me if you are concerned about the lesson
schedule
 2 weekly 45 minute Full Band Rehearsals
 Tuesdays and Thursdays starting in October

4.  First Beginner Band Concert on February 21
 Mass Band Concert at UGHS in March/April
 Spring Band Concert on May 23

5.  6th Grade Band
 Advanced Band
 Jazz Band
 High School Band
 College Band
 Adult Bands
 Opportunities for travel
 UW-Whitewater
 Six Flags
 Admirals games

6.  Students try instruments with me
 Student interest
 Facial and body characteristics
 5th-8th Grade instrument needs
 Balanced instrumentation
 We need a few students on ALL instruments
 Maximum of 4 percussionists are needed

7.  Woodwinds
 Flute
 Clarinet
 Alto Sax
 Tenor Sax
 Brass
 Trumpet
 Horn
 Trombone
 Baritone
 Percussion
 Snare Drum
 Bell Set

8.  Regular practice is vital to success in any
activity…Band is no different!
 15 minutes a day x 4 days a week
 Set up a quiet area in the house for practice
with a music stand and a chair

9.  Rental from Schmitt Music
 Owned instruments
 Have Schmitt Music look at it to make sure it works
 Lesson Book - $10
 Band Supplies – reeds, valve oil, sticks, etc.
 Repairs
 Do not fix instruments at home – leave it to the
professionals!

10.  You can rent from Schmitt Music or any
reputable music store
 Check with me before you leave
 Students need an instrument by
Tuesday, Sept. 13th
 Check out the Yorkville Band website for more
information: tinyurl.com/yorkvilleband