Instrument Supplies
Below is a list of materials needed for each instrument. (For oboe or bassoon, see Mrs. Wilson) PLEASE NOTE! All Band expenses are now completely covered by the North Wasco County School District per the School Board's decision in 2022. You are welcome to purchase your own supplies, but it is not necessary.
Flutes:
1) Tuning rod
2) Care Kit
3) Beginning Band: TBD
Clarinets:
1) Care Kit (includes cork grease and cleaning swab)
2) Reeds (2-4 a month) and a reed guard/case.
Reeds: The recommended brands for reeds are Rico, Rico Royal or Vandoren
Beginners should start out with 2 or 2.5 strength reed.
Saxophones:
1) Care Kit (includes cork grease and cleaning swab)
2) Neck-strap
3) End plug (goes on the opening of instrument to protect octave pin) Very important!
4) Reeds (2-4 a month) reed guard/case
Reeds: The two recommended brands for reeds are Rico Royal or Vandoren
Beginners should start out with 2 or 2.5 strength reed.
Trumpets/Horn/Baritones/Tuba:
1) Care Kit (includes valve oil, rotor oil when needed, and tuning slide grease)
2) Straight Mute (7th and 8th Grades)
Trombones:
1) Care Kit (Includes slide grease, slide oil, and mouthpiece brush)
2) Beginning Band: TBD
Percussionists:
1) Pair of concert sticks (5A)
2) Timpani mallets (Vic Firth Ultra Stocatto T-4)
3) Bell Mallets (Rubber and Plastic double headed mallets)
4) Yarn Mallets (Vic Firth American Custom Keyboard Medium Round)
5) MARCHING ONLY: Marching Snare Sticks and Marching Tom Mallets (Will give information when the time comes)
6) Stick bag - REQUIRED!!
7) Beginning Band: TBD
All students should keep a pencil in their music folder for marking rehearsal notes.
Fold-up music stands and a metronome are suggested for ALL musicians and are useful for practicing at home. (These are not provided by the district)
Instrument Selection and Obtaining Instruments
Students who are unsure of what instrument to play, can arrange a time to meet with Mrs. Wilson during the first week of school. In an effort to achieve a balanced instrumentation, students may be asked to consider other instrument options.
All instruments, care kits, books, reeds, and percussion needs are rented/purchased by the school district and TDMS. Students and families will still be responsible for the use and care of the instrument.
If you desire a better quality instrument than what's provided by the school and district, families are welcome to rent your own instrument through Beacock Music. Generally, renting an instrument starts around $17.00 a month (saxophones, baritones, and horns are generally more expensive). Click on the Rental Instructions guide for step-by-step instructions to renting from Beacock Music. Ask Mr. Kelly if you need help.
Recommended Instrument Brands
Below is a list of recommended instrument brands if you are looking to own an instrument. When purchasing a used instrument, make sure to examine it for any cracks, leaks or broken pieces. If you are unsure about the quality of the instrument, consider taking it to a reputable repair program (such as
Beacock Music) or myself to be examined further.
If students cannot afford to purchase a new instrument, but would like to improve the quality of their instrument, they can consider upgrading their mouthpiece, head joint, ligature and/or reed for much less cost. (Please email Mr. Kelly for further recommendations.)
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Flute
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Selmer
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Gemeinhardt
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Yamaha
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Artley
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Jupiter
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Clarinet
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Selmer
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Bundy
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Buffet
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Leblanc
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Yamaha
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Oboe
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Fox
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Marigaux
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Loree
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Bassoon
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Fox
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Moosmann
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Schreiber
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Saxophone
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Selmer
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Yamaha
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Jupiter
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Yanigasawa
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Trumpets
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Bach
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Yamaha
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Holton
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Conn
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Jupiter
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Horns
*Recommended to get a DOUBLE horn rather than a single for better range
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Conn (Esp. 8D)
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King
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Holton
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Yamaha
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Trombone
* Recommended to get a trombone with a F attachments (thumb valve) whenever possible
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Bach
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King
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Conn
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Holton
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Jupiter
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Baritones
* Recommended to get one with a fourth valve whenever possible
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Yamaha
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Eastman
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Blessing
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Jupiter
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Tubas
*Recommended to get one with a fourth valve whenever possible
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King
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Eastman
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Blessing
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Jupiter
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Yamaha
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Click below for a list of the supplies available through TDMS and Mr. Kelly.
