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INSTRUMENT REQUIREMENTS
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Students are expected to provide their own instrument. Local music stores rent and sell instruments. Parents are encouraged to check with the band director for advice regarding the specific brand of instrument to purchase. The school offers a limited rental program. For the most part, the larger and more expensive instruments are available through this program. All students using school-owned instruments must obey the rules as stated in the Fairfax County instrument rental contract. Remember, the student is responsible for proper maintenance of the instrument. Percussionists do not need to purchase a drum, however they must pay a minimal fee of $52 for the use of the percussion equipment in the band room (this equipment stays in the band room). Please read the Requirements page for percussion supplies that must be purchased for class. Recommended - Music Stand, Metronome, Electronic Tuner (Korg CA-30, Pocket-sized model). The band director will periodically check all instruments and related equipment to make sure they are clean and in proper playing condition (see below). Proper instrument accessories and supplies will also be checked at that time. Clean
Good Playing Condition
Good Reeds
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INSTRUMENT SUPPLIES |
| Students must obtain all applicable supplies when buying or renting an instrument. Some of these supplies may come with the instrument. Supplies can be purchased at most area music stores. Method books, band sheet music, and folders are provided to band members free of charge. These materials are to be returned to the director in satisfactory condition. Failure to return music in satisfactory condition or not at all will result in the student being charged the cost of replacing the music. |
| FLUTE | - Cleaning/Tuning Rod and Handkerchief | |
| OBOE/BASSOON | - (3) good reeds (always have three) | |
| - Reed Case | ||
| - Water Container | ||
| - Cleaning Swab | ||
| - Cork Grease | ||
| CLARINET | - (3) good reeds (always have three) | |
| - Make sure you know what strength you need! | ||
| - Beginners: 2 or 2 1/2 | ||
| - Concert Band I, II: 2 1/2 or 3 | ||
| - Symphonic Band: 3 or harder | ||
| Important: Reed strength can vary between certain brands of reeds. Ask Mr. Z for help in selecting a brand of reed. | ||
| - Reed Case | ||
| - Cleaning Swab | ||
| - Cork Grease | ||
| SAXOPHONE | - (3) good reeds (always have three) | |
| - Make sure you know what strength you need! | ||
| - Beginners: 2 or 2 1/2 | ||
| - Concert Band I, II: 2 1/2 or 3 | ||
| - Symphonic Band: 3 or harder | ||
| Important: Reed strength can vary between certain brands of reeds. Ask Mr. Z for help in selecting a brand of reed. | ||
| - Reed Case | ||
| - Neck Strap | ||
| - Cleaning Swab | ||
| - Cork Grease | ||
| BRASS | - Valve Oil (trumpet, euphonium, tuba) | |
| - Rotary Valve Oil (french horn) | ||
| - Slide cream and water bottle (trombone) | ||
| - Flexible cleaner called a snake (all brass) | ||
| - Valve cleaning brush (trumpet, euphonium, tuba) | ||
| - Cleaning rod for inside of slide (trombone) | ||
| - Mouthpiece brush (all brass) | ||
| - Tuning slide grease (all brass) | ||
| - Metal straight mute (Symphonic Band - trumpets/trombones) | ||
| PERCUSSION | - Stick Bag - Label your stick bag and sticks with your name. | |
| - One pair of snare drum sticks Vic Firth SD-1 General (neutral color) | ||
| - Drum Pad (HQ Real Feel - 6") | ||
| - Rent/Purchase a Bell Kit for home practice |
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METHOD BOOKS |
| Method books, band sheet music, ensemble music, and folders are provided to band members free of charge. These materials are to be returned to the director in satisfactory condition. Failure to return music in satisfactory condition or not at all will result in the student being charged the cost of replacing the music. |
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