Grade 8 Frequently Asked Questions Index

1. My son or daughter wants to learn an instrument but has never played one before. Can they take instrumental music?
2. My son or daughter has previous instrumental experience. What class should they take?
3. My son or daughter wants to sing. What course should they take?
4. Can my son or daughter join a band in grade nine?
5. Do you have to audition for these concert bands?
6. When do the grade nine bands rehearse?
7. Do rehearsals go straight through to June?
8. Does the "C Band" and "B Band" perform much?
9. I’ve heard about the jazz ensembles. Can my son or daughter participate?
10. My son or daughter likes sports too. Can they do both?
11. We live out of town. How do rehearsals work for us?
12. The grade nine bands compete in MusicFest Canada? What is that?
13. What fundrasing do you do for the band trips and how does it work?
14. My son or daughter will be taking instrumental music for the first time this September. How do they choose an instrument?
15. Do you teach piano or guitar?
16. My son or daughter has had previous experience on an instrument in elementary school, but they would like to try a different instrument. Is that possible?
17. Is there any possibility of learning a second instrument?
18. My son or daughter is very keen about music. Are there any summer programs available?