SPUSD Elementary Music

 

 

 

Each third grader in the SPUSD participates in a weekly music class taught by a credentialed music teacher. The fall semester includes exploring the elements of music through singing, movement, and rhythm instruments. In the spring semester, students apply these concepts while learning to play the recorder. Students keep these recorders at the end of the year as they prepare for band in 4 th grade.

 

 

 

 

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Instrumental Music is offered to students beginning in 4 th grade with small-group instruction on woodwind and brass instruments. All band classes meet during the school day. All 4 th graders participate in a District Band Concert to complete the year. All band classes are taught by credentialed music teachers. 

 

 

 

 

 

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In grades 5–6, instruction is provided on woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments. Elementary
Band classes meet during the school day, and full concert band experiences are provided throughout the
year. The District Honor Band is comprised of highly skilled 6 th graders and some 5th graders, and has
rehearsals after school beginning in February. The Honor Band is featured in the annual All District
Concert in early spring.