Band Classes

Beginning Band

Beginning Band is available to all 4th, 5th & 6th Grade students in the Castle View feeder area. In this class, students will learn how to assemble, care for, and begin to play an instrument. No previous instruction is required. In band, students can learn to play woodwinds (flutes, oboes, clarinets, saxophones, bassoons) brass (trumpets, french horns, trombones, euphoniums/baritones, tubas) or percussion (snare drums, bells, and auxiliary percussion).

Intermediate Band

Intermediate Band is available to all 4th, 5th & 6th Grade students in the Castle View feeder area. In this class, students will build on their fundamental skills and learn to play more complex music in a variety of styles. Previous experience, such as a completed year of Beginning Band, is required.

Class Options

Classes are offered for each school, but students are welcome to attend any option that best fits their schedules.

Option 1: Band at Clear Sky

Beginning Band: Mondays & Wednesdays, 4:20 - 5:05 p.m.

Intermediate Band: Mondays & Wednesdays, 4:20 - 5:50 p.m.

Instructor: Mr. Tidaback (video introduction)

Classes start Sept. 4.

For more information: tidaback@gmail.com

Option 2: Band at Larkspur

Beginning Band: Tuesdays, 7:45 - 9:00 a.m.

Intermediate Band: Tuesdays & some Fridays, 7:45 - 9:00 a.m.

Instructor: Mr. Furlow (video introduction)

Class starts Sept. 3.

For more information: bfurlowmusic@gmail.com

Option 3: Band at Meadow View

Beginning Band: every other Monday & every Wednesday, 7:20 - 8:20 a.m.

Intermediate Band: every other Monday & every Wednesday, 7:20 - 8:20 a.m.

Instructor: Mr. Tidaback (video introduction)

Beginning Band starts Sept. 4.

Intermediate Band starts Sept. 9.

For more information: tidaback@gmail.com

Option 4: Band at Sedalia

Beginning Band: Wednesdays, 4:00 - 5:15 p.m.

Intermediate Band: Wednesdays, 4:00 - 5:15 p.m.

Instructor: Ms. Walker

Classes start Sept. 4.

For more information: swalker1@dcsdk12.org

Option 5: Band at Soaring Hawk

Beginning Band: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 3:35 - 4:20 p.m.

Intermediate Band: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 3:35 - 5:05 p.m.

Classes start Sept. 3.

Instructor: Mr. Tidaback (video introduction)

For more information: tidaback@gmail.com