6th grade concert band

  • Information on sixth grade band 2024-25

    Frequently asked questions about 6th Grade Band

    When is the band rehearsal?

    Full band rehearsals are held every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday during the 7th (ACE) period in the band room at Glen Crest Middle School. The first meeting of the year will be held on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. Students will not need their instruments during this meeting. The first full band practice will be held on Wednesday, September 4, 2024.

    When are sectionals?

    Groups of like instruments meet once a week on a rotating schedule. Group size, on average, is larger than last year’s beginning band lesson groups. The schedule is very flexible, so there are minimal conflicts with tests, quizzes, or important lessons in other classes. The sectional schedule will be finalized during the first week of rehearsal.

    What is a rotating schedule?

    A rotating schedule is used for band and orchestra sectionals so that the students do not miss the same class every week. For example, if Susie Smith has her clarinet sectional on Wednesday, first period on Sep 6, then she will have her next clarinet sectional on Wednesday, second period on September 4. Once again, this schedule is very flexible. If Susie the clarinet player has a conflict with a test, quiz, or important lesson, she should tell Mr. Garbar as soon as possible so that he could work with her on rescheduling for a better time for that day.

    What is the band uniform?

    The uniform is the same as it was in the beginning band. The students should wear black pants/skirt, a white dress shirt or blouse, and black shoes. All black clothing is also acceptable. However, all students in musical groups purchase a “Music Department T-shirt,” which is worn at band assemblies. A t-shirt order form will be sent home in September with more information.

    What method book is used?

    The 6th-grade concert band uses Essential Elements Book 2. The students can purchase this book from Mr. Garbar or Mrs. Berry at the first band rehearsal for $13 (percussion $18). Please make the check payable to CCSD89. Cash will be accepted as well. The student must have the book by September 30, 2024.

    6th Grade Band - Important Dates 2024-2025:

    Sep 3, 2024 (Tuesday) - First meeting (without instruments) - 7th Period

    Sep 4, 2024 (Wednesday) - First Full Band Practice (with instruments) - 7th Period

    Oct 8, 2024 (Tuesday) – Band Yearbook Picture (wear black & white)

    Dec 18, 2024 (Wednesday) - All School Music Assembly at Glen Crest - 8 a.m.

    Dec 19, 2024 (Thursday) - Winter Band Concert at Glenbard South High School - 7 p.m.

    Mar 5, 2025 (Wednesday) - 6th Grade Band Festival at Glen Crest - 7 p.m.

    May 14, 2025 (Wednesday) - All School Music Assembly at Glen Crest - 8 a.m.

    May TBD, 2025 (TBD) - Spring Band Concert at Glen Crest - 7 p.m.

    May TBD, 2025 (TBD) - Band Recruitment Tour (TBD)

         If you have any questions, please call Mr. Garbar at 630-545-5515 or e-mail at lgarbar@ccsd89.org

     

    Information on 7th-8th grade symphonic band

    Full band rehearsals will be held EVERY MONDAY, WEDNESDAY and THURSDAY from 7:10-7:45am.  Students are expected to be in their seats ready to play at 7:10am.  There is a morning activity bus for students who wish to ride the bus. All morning band students should be dropped off in the bus parking lot and enter the band room through door #16.

    Our first band rehearsal is Wednesday, August 28th, at 7:10am.  Our first performance is on Friday, September 27th at Glenbard South’s Homecoming Game.  We will perform “El Bandido” along with South’s Marching Band on the football field during the pre-game at 7:00pm.  

    Band lessons will begin the week of September 9th.

     

    7/8th Grade Symphonic Band - Important Dates 2024-25:

    Sep. TBD - Field Trip to Glenbard South High School 9:00-10:45am

    Sep. 27th - Glen Crest performs at Glenbard South’s Homecoming 7pm  

    Oct. 8th - Yearbook Picture 7:15am (Wear all black or black bottoms and white top to school)

    Dec. 18th - All School Music Assembly (AM)

    Dec. 19th - District 89 Winter Band Concert at Glenbard South High School 8pm

    Feb. 20th - Glen Crest performs at Glenbard South’s Winter Concert 7:30pm

    Feb. 22nd - IGSMA solo/ensemble contest at Westfield MS in Bloomingdale, IL.

    Apr. 12th - Music Café Fundraiser

    May 10th - Music in the Parks Festival (All-day) Great America, Gurnee

    May 14th - All School Music Assembly (AM)

    May TBD - District 89 Spring Band Concert at Glenbard South 8:00pm

    If you have any questions, please call Mrs. Berry at (630) 545-5516 or e-mail at kberry@ccsd89.org