Quality+Musical+Instrument+Recommendations

The (name of school) Band program is an active musical organization. Every member makes a daily contribution to the overall music making process. Our rehearsals and performances allow these student musicians to experience the world of music through their active participation. As a performing member of our organization, an important tool in the improvement of a student’s playing ability is his/her instrument. The instrument is the vehicle that brings the total musical experience to life. Though they may all look alike, rest assured that a good musical instrument can go a long way toward making the musical experience a positive one. Chances are that your child began instruction on a "beginner" model. These instruments are designed to be functional and inexpensive, but have limited capacity in producing a quality tone. If your child has played a "beginner" model for several years, it is time to consider purchasing a performance quality instrument. Instruments at this level are made with more exacting specifications and high quality materials resulting in a richer, more resonant tone. The mechanical aspects of these instruments allow the musician to continue to develop technical skills and proficiency. Students who play a performance quality instrument often find playing to be easier, their sound to be better and band class to be more enjoyable. There are many quality instruments from which to choose. If you are interested in making an investment in your student’s music education, please consider the purchase of a new musical instrument. For more information, please contact me at (719) 685-2645, or consult your child's private music instructor or a local music store. Listed below are also some recommendations. Music makes a difference.
 * THE IMPORTANCE OF A QUALITY MUSICAL INSTRUMENT**

Conn 8D Schilke 30 mouthpiece with 14 throat mute rotor oil hand guard (opt.) silver Bach Strad Bach 3C mouthpiece Vacchiano metal straight mute Al Kass Fast valve oil hand guard (opt.) Bach Strad with F attachment Bach 6-1/2 AL mouthpiece Vacchiano metal straight mute Slide-o-mix cream and spray water bottle Yamaha YEP-642 Bach 6 1/2 AL Mouthpiece Helleberg gold plated mouthpiece Al Kass Fast Valve oil OR rotor oil mouthpiece brush, cleaning snake, tuning slide grease, polishing cloths, handkerchief metronome tuner music stand flip folder and lyre for pep band pencils instrument case: in good condition, clean, labeled note your serial number for insurance records service instrument annually
 * RECOMMENDED BRASS EQUIPMENT**
 * Horn**
 * Trumpet**
 * Trombone**
 * Euphonium**
 * Tuba**
 * ALL**

The horn you started on in the sixth grade was good for a beginner - but you are no longer a beginner! Step up instruments are built better, sound better, will last longer and keep their value better. Yamaha 461H or 365H cleaning/tuning rod Buffet R13, E12, Yamaha 450 VanDoren B45 or 5RV Lyre mouthpiece & cap Rovner dark inverted ligature Box of Mitchell Laurie Premium reeds (no plastic, flavored, or Rico products) reed guard with 4 slots cork grease mouthpiece patch neck strap (opt.) Thum-Eez (opt.) Selmer Series II, Yamaha 62 Eugene Rousseau Classic or 4R mouthpiece & cap black Neotech neck strap Rovner dark inverted ligature Box of Hemke reeds (no plastic, flavored or Rico products) reed guard with 4 slots cork grease mouthpiece patch Thum-Eez (opt.) Consult your private teacher Polishing cloths, handkerchief, pull through swab, brushes, etc. Metronome tuner music stand flip folder and lyre for pep band pencils instrument case: in good condition, clean labeled note your serial number for insurance records service instrument annually
 * RECOMMENDED WOODWIND EQUIPMENT**
 * Flute**
 * Clarinets**
 * Saxophones**
 * Double Reeds**
 * ALL**