The Beginning Band at Rancho Pico is designed for students who want to learn a band instrument and have no previous experience on that instrument. Students will learn about the different instruments offered during the first two weeks of class. Students will then get to try the different instruments before selecting an instrument to master for the year. Students may choose from flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone, trumpet, French horn, trombone, euphonium, tuba and percussion (bells AND drums).
Once an instrument is selected and acquired, the fundamental skills of playing that instrument using proper posture, position, tone, and technique will be taught. Students will develop critical listening skills related to pitch, tone, pulse, and rhythm. Participation requires attendance at performances outside of the school day.
Once an instrument is selected and acquired, the fundamental skills of playing that instrument using proper posture, position, tone, and technique will be taught. Students will develop critical listening skills related to pitch, tone, pulse, and rhythm. Participation requires attendance at performances outside of the school day.