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Hermosa Valley School Band Program 2008-2009
Hermosa Valley School is very excited to announce the third year of our instrumental music program, directed by Mr. Ken Harrison. The band program is tailored for both first-time musicians, as well as more experienced players. The Blue Band is aimed at beginners and intermediates in grades 4-5, and the Gold Band is for beginners and intermediates in grades 6-8. Beginning musicians will learn how to play woodwind, brass or percussion instruments, read and write music, and perform in ensembles. More experienced players may continue with more challenging music or learn a new instrument. Hermosa Valley Band is dedicated to quality music education, cultivating teamwork, individual responsibility, and most of all, a fun and creative musical experience. Last year students performed in a Winter Concert, Spring Concert, Solo & Ensemble Concert, Opening Day of the HB Little League, The Music Man, and several school flag ceremonies! Enrich your child's life through music!
Important Dates February 28 - Little league Opening Ceremonies March 14 - St. Patrick's Day Parade April TBD - Solo & Ensemble Concert June 2 - Spring Concert June 2 - Rehearsals End Concert Dress Formal concert dress: NEW! Boys: white button shirt & tie, black pants, dress shoes Girls: white blouse & black skirt, or black dress Casual concert dress: Band shirt (or sweatshirt) and jeans Rehearsal Schedule NEW! Blue Band (Grades 4-5) Brass and Percussion (Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba/Baritone, Percussion) Only — Monday, 2:45-3:30 Woodwinds (Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone) Only — Tuesday, 2:45-3:30 Full Band — Thursday, 2:45-3:30
Gold Band (Grades 6-8) Brass and Percussion (Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba/Baritone, Percussion) — Monday, 3:30-4:15 Woodwinds (Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone) Only — Tuesday, 3:30-4:15 Full Band — Friday, 3:15-4:00 Cost Tuition is $300 per semester, and there is a one semester commitment once registered. Make your check payable to "Hermosa Beach Education Foundation" with "Instrumental Music" in the memo section. How to Register Step 1 - Choose an Instrument Choose a band instrument. Step 2 - Register Print and complete the registration form, and turn in your form and check to the HVS office. Step 3 - Get Materials*: BIPS! B- Book: Essential Elements 2000 (Blue Band gets Book 1, Gold Band gets Book 2) I- Instrument: rent, purchase, or apply for school-owned instrument. (See HVS Band Handbook for more info.)
P- Pencil: Sharpened #2 Pencil with eraser S- Stand: Foldable Music Stand; a case is recommended Step 4 - Review Band Expectations with Your Musician
*If materials are purchased from Dietz Brothers Music, turn in a copy of receipt(s) to HVS office to receive their donation to the HVS Band. (Please see HVS Band Handbook for donation details.) Contact Mr. Harrison at kenharrison@ympa.net with any questions.
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