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Band

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The Band Program at OLMC is open to all interested students in grades 5-8.  Primary goals include learning basic skills, working on musicianship, and developing an overall enjoyment of instrumental music.  Students are given the opportunity to choose wind or percussion instruments.  Many different styles of music are introduced, including pieces which are appropriate to play at Mass.  OLMC School Band is taught by Ms. Christy Allen.

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                                     Beginning Band 

Students in 5th Grade are allowed to choose a wind or percussion instrument after a general introduction and audition process.  At this time, the band teacher assists the student in making a choice of an instrument that will provide the him/her with the best chance for success.  Students in upper grades who elect to join the band are also encouraged to do so!  5th Grade students have small group instrument lessons.  After basic skills are acquired, the Beginning Band will meet to practice one day each week during recess.  Performances generally include Christmas and Spring Concerts.


                      Advanced Band

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The Advanced Band is a continuation of what was learned in the 5th Grade Beginning Band.  Advanced Band meets 7:20-8:10am on Mondays and Wednesdays.  Students are given small group or private lessons throughout the day, as student availibility permits.  Not only do these students perform at Christmas and Spring Concerts, they may also play solos and ensembles at the ILGSMA Contest in the Spring!  In additions, the Advanced Band also plays at All School Masses several times each year.  

                                                 

                         * OLMC School Handbook -- Band Information (2023-2024)

                                                        


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