Fifth Grade Band

Fifth grade saxophonists and percussionists have begun playing their instruments. Everybody in the class has their saxophones or drumsticks. A few students still need to obtain the instruction book, Accent on Achievement, Book 1, for their respective instrument. As with all supplies, these books may be obtained through the school’s music vendor, Quinlan & Fabish. [...]

Sixth Grade Saxophone and Percussion Classes

It’s hard to believe we are already in the third week of classes in the new academic year. This is a quick reminder to sixth grade students and families that saxophone and percussion students are currently working in Accent on Achievement, Book 1, for their respective instruments. Later this year, we will move into Book [...]

Sixth Grade Saxophone and Percussion

Welcome back from Spring Break! Below are a few reminders:
Our Spring Concert is on Tuesday, May 12, at 7:30 p.m., in Mandel Hall. Concert selections will be picked from the following pieces: “Rock Island Trail”, “Star Wars”, “No Drummer Left Behind”, “Intensity”, “Redhawk”, and “March Onward” (from Book 2).
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Fifth Grade Percussion and Saxophone

Welcome back! I hope everyone had an enjoyable Spring Break. As we all get back into our school routines, a reminder that the fifth grade band spring concert is on Thursday, May 14, at 7:00 p.m., in Judd 126. Please note that the start time is one half-hour earlier than our concert this past January.
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Preparing for Arts Fest

SCG Productions rehearsing for an upcoming performance for High School Arts Fest. Members of the group include Jack Burns, Brian Curcio, Julian DeBuclet, Ian Everson, Sam Frampton, Mario Gage, Austin Morris, Tim Thomas, Jay Upadhyay, and Jason Whitaker.

Music with Mr. Brickner

Welcome to my new blog. Throughout the remainder of the current academic year, I will use this space to post information and assignments for saxophone and percussion students in grades 5 and 6.