R.G.L.M.S. students start band in the 6th grade as part of their encore rotation.  The 6th grade beginning band classes are broken down by instrument families and taught by band directors who are dedicated musicians in those family instruments.  6th grade band members will come to class everyday during there respective 1st or 2nd encore class.  Students will need to provide their own instrument.  The larger instruments such as French Horn, Baritone and Tuba are instruments that are provided by the school.  The exact number of school own instruments is limited however due to the many students already in the band program.

Below you will find information regarding each instrument.  Each instrument is different and require different equipment for students to be successful in class.  There are also suggested brands of instrument manufactures.  We suggest these brands of instruments because sometimes instruments do not have name of the company who produces.  These are our suggestions as band directors for beginning band instruments.  Just remember that sometimes a good deal just isn't that good of a deal, especially when it comes to the education of our students.

When looking for an instrument, please feel free to contact the band directors if you have any questions. Below you will also find local music instrument stores websites where you can get quality instruments for your student.  These are not your only option.  Instruments can be found in many places but not limited to: Pawn Shops, Classified Ads, Craig's List, Family and Friends.  Again we ask that you talk to a band director if you question an instrument of don't know if it would be right for your child.

The band directors are also always more than happy to work with anyone that needs help getting an instrument.  If you have an issue please contact us and we can probably find a solution.  We never want to turn a student away from band.  We always want to find a place for every student to participate in band.  It might not be a student's first choice and it might not be the prettiest instrument, but we'll find a way for your student to be in band.  Give the directors a call or email them.

	Materials/Equipment Needed by ALL Band Students 1. Standard of Excellence Red Band Book for individual instrument. 2. Luggage I.D. with name and grade clearly printed 3. Pencil
Flute	First Encore 1:50 P.M. - 2:30 P.M.	Suggested Instrument Company's: Artley, Conn, Selmer, Yamaha, Gemhinart
	Required Materials: Polish Cloth Tuning Rod
Clarinet	Second Encore 2:30 P.M. - 3:10 P.M.	Suggested Instrument Company's: Conn, Selmer, Yamaha, Bundy, Vito
	Required Materials: Rico #2 Reeds - Student should have 4 good reeds in the case at all times.  Reed Case - Used to protect the reeds. Swab - Used to clean/dry the inside of the instrument. Cork Grease - Used to grease the joints of the instrument for easier assembly.
Saxophone	Second Encore 2:30 P.M. - 3:10 P.M.	Suggested Instrument Company's: Selmer, Yamaha, Conn, Jupiter, Bundy
	Required Materials: Rico #2 Reeds - Student should have 4 good reeds in the case at all times.  Reed Case - Used to protect the reeds. Swab - Used to clean/dry the inside of the instrument. Cork Grease - Used to grease the joints of the instrument for easier assembly.
Trumpet	First Encore 1:50 P.M. - 2:30 P.M.	Suggested Instrument Company's: Conn, Yamaha, Selmer, Bundy, Bach,
	Valve Oil Polish Cloth Slide Grease
French Horn	First Encore 1:50 P.M. - 2:30 P.M.
	Valve Oil Polish Cloth Slide Grease
Trombone	Second Encore 2:30 P.M. - 3:10 P.M.	Suggested Instrument Company's: Conn, Yamaha, Selmer, Bundy
	Polish Cloth Slide Grease Cleaning Snake
Euphonium	Second Encore 2:30 P.M. - 3:10 P.M.
	Valve Oil Polish Cloth Slide Grease
Percussion	First & Second Encore	Suggested Instrument Company's: Yamaha, Pearl, Vic Firth
	Mallet Keyboard Snare Pad