Join the GCES Band!
Register online for band for the 23-24 school year. Be a part of something special! Don't delay! Sign up by September 14, 2023!
Required Band Materials
gces_supply_list_rental_purchasing_repair_info.pdf |
Coupons for Local Music Stores
Google Drive with English/Spanish Coupons for Baltimore Brass Co, Mike's Music, Music&Arts, Chuck Levin's Washington Music Center
Stores will deliver the instrument, or do contactless pickup.
Why is it nice to rent?
Please do not buy an instrument on Amazon or any store that sells food (including Walmart/Target). These ~$100 instruments are made with thin metal/wood that bends and cracks with minimal effort. The solder and glue is low quality, and applied poorly. I have seen over and over the heartbreak a student feels when their instrument is not playable just days after receiving it. And repairing it is often not an option because repair shops refuse to work on an instrument that may not be able to stay fixed for any length of time. If there is one single decision a parent can make to help their student in music, PLEASE don't fall for the too-good-to-be-true price. A musical instrument is an investment in your student's success in band and orchestra class. Contact Dr. Burbank if you would like to buy instead of rent - she can help you find a high quality used instrument.
Stores will deliver the instrument, or do contactless pickup.
Why is it nice to rent?
- ALL repairs are usually covered under rental agreements - make sure to get insurance!
- Music stores can do rental and repair with contactless pick-up or home delivery!
- If your student decided to switch from a string instrument to a band instrument in 4th grade, the money you paid towards that string rental may go towards the band instrument
Please do not buy an instrument on Amazon or any store that sells food (including Walmart/Target). These ~$100 instruments are made with thin metal/wood that bends and cracks with minimal effort. The solder and glue is low quality, and applied poorly. I have seen over and over the heartbreak a student feels when their instrument is not playable just days after receiving it. And repairing it is often not an option because repair shops refuse to work on an instrument that may not be able to stay fixed for any length of time. If there is one single decision a parent can make to help their student in music, PLEASE don't fall for the too-good-to-be-true price. A musical instrument is an investment in your student's success in band and orchestra class. Contact Dr. Burbank if you would like to buy instead of rent - she can help you find a high quality used instrument.
Band and Strings Schedule 23-24 coming soon
GCES Band Handbook and Syllabus 23-24
Band Handbook and Syllabus - Signature due by September 29.
Not sure what instrument to play? Visit the Pick An Instrument page!
Not sure what instrument to play? Visit the Pick An Instrument page!
Private Teachers
Local private teachers for each band instrument - lessons are fun and a great way to get ahead!
Practicing
Students should practice at least 15 minutes a day, 5 days a week!
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Solo and Ensemble Festival
Congratulations to all our students who signed up for Solo Festival 2023! Way to go!
More information about 23-24 Solo and Ensemble Festival coming soon.
More information about 23-24 Solo and Ensemble Festival coming soon.
Honors and GT Band Information
Auditions for the HCPSS GT and Honor Bands will occur in December 2022!
Will you represent GCES in the HCPSS Elementary GT or Honor Band this year?? Practice the music in the file below to get ready!
Will you represent GCES in the HCPSS Elementary GT or Honor Band this year?? Practice the music in the file below to get ready!
2019_es_gt_band_audition_music.pdf |