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Band Page
There are four bands at East Prairie School. There is a Beginning 4th grade Band and an intermediate 5th grade Band.
6th grade students and new middle school students make up the Concert Band.
Advanced middle school students play in the Symphonic Band.
Mr. Tim Berlinghof directs the bands.
E-mail Mr. Berlinghof
6th grade students and new middle school students make up the Concert Band.
Advanced middle school students play in the Symphonic Band.
Mr. Tim Berlinghof directs the bands.
E-mail Mr. Berlinghof
BAnd NewsUpcoming eventsHere are the EPS band events to look forward to in April and May this year.
There will be another Solo Recital on Wednesday, April 24th at 6:30pm in the Atrium. The Solo Recital is an optional event for students to play alone or in a small group. Students can choose their own music or get a recommendation from Mr. B. See Mr. B to sign up in the band room. The final Band Concert will be Tuesday, May 21st at 6:30pm in the Gym. All bands, grades 4-8 will play at the concert! Students should begin practicing for the concert after spring break to get ready for the big event and to ensure our bands can sound their best for the final concert of the year. Practice at homeAll students should practice at home on a regular basis. Consistent practice is the most important part of learning and enjoying music. Make practice a part of your everyday routine. Tips for Practicing at home can be found here: TIPS FOR HOME PRACTICE
Playing an instrument is a great activity to add to your daily routine. Playing music can provide stress release and emotional expression that are very important. Also, it stimulates the brain differently than other activities. And it's fun! And it's free! Students can see assignments on their Google Classroom Page or the Weekly Lesson Page. Middle School can also practice using your Smart Music account.
Most of your practice will be assigned during your weekly sectionals with Mr. Berlinghof. Practice each week to progress through your music. Be ready to play at the next song sharing event for your grade or group. |
Band program Overview FAll 2023Please read below for descriptions about the band program at East Prairie School. Concerts and planned performances can be found on the Calendar Page.
Full Band Rehearsals Students need to bring their instrument and book to school on days they have band. The 7th and 8th grade Symphonic Band meets for full band rehearsals at 2:55-3:30 on “A days”. The 6th grade Concert Band meets at 2:50-3:30 in on “B days”. The 5th Grade Panther Band meets on Wednesdays at recess and every other Friday at 1:14-1:44. The 4th Grade Beginning Band will meet on Tuesdays at recess and every other Friday at 12:11-12:41 Sectionals All students will receive one group lesson a week called a sectional. A schedule is posted weekly so students know the day and time of their sectional. It can be found on students' Google Classrooms as well as here on the EPS band website Weekly Lesson section. Music and PhotosCheck out past events on our Photo Page and the Music Page.
BAnd Program VideoThe EPS Band program was recognized by the East Prairie BOA with this video produced by our very own tech guru, Mike Abraham. Thanks Mike! Congrats to all the students and the hard work they do that make our band program possible.
For more information contact Mr. Berlinghof at [email protected]
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