Elementary Band
Elementary Band Goals
Our band classes at OPE serve sixth grade students in their first years of playing their instrument. Currently, beginning band rehearses four days per week on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.Class goals include:
Instrument assembly, care, and maintenance
Producing a quality sound characteristic of the instrument
Reading and performing from musical notation
Playing music using the notes of the concert Bb major scale
Performing in concerts three times per year
Instrument Rental NightÂ
Tuesday, September 12, 2023 | 4-6 PM | OPE
Sixth graders: are you interested in participating in band this year? We will be hosting an instrument rental night at OPE for beginning band students in Scappoose on Tuesday, September 12, 2023 from 4-6 PM. This is your chance to try out the flute, clarinet, trumpet, and trombone to see what you would like to play. For your convenience, we have arranged for Beacock Music to be on site to provide you with instrument rentals and accessories. If you would like additional information about rentals, please visit the Beacock Music website.
Mr. Wilkins will share additional information about band opportunities during the first week of school. Please watch your email for updates coming soon. Band will begin the week of Monday, September 18, 2023. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Wilkins.
Instrument Demonstrations
Still considering which instrument you'd like to play? This helpful video from the United States Army Field Band describes the various instruments of the band. Beginning students at OPE are welcome to play:
Flute
Clarinet
Trumpet
Trombone
Also, check out the instrument specific videos linked below.
Flute Demonstration
Clarinet Demonstration
Trumpet Demonstration
Trombone Demonstration
Important Class Resources & Information
Practice Report Rev. 11-27-2016.pdfWeekly Home
Practice Report
Practice Report
At least 60 minutes of home practice is required for participation in band. Please use this form to document your participation and turn it in every Monday during band.
Regal March Practice Resources
Musicians are welcome to use the videos below to guide their home practice of this piece. Additional videos are forthcoming for flute, alto sax, and trombone. Please check back soon.
Flute Play Along
Coming soon
Clarinet Play Along
Alto Sax Play Along
Coming soon
Trumpet Play Along
F Horn Play Along
Trombone Play Along
Coming soon