All Forms

Band Program

2020 - 2021
Concert Band
Grade: 6
Rehearsals: Temporarily suspended.
Symphonic Band
Grades: 7 & 8
Rehearsals: Temporarily suspended.
Jazz Band
Grades: 7 & 8 by Audition
Rehearsals: Temporarily suspended.

2020-2021 Performance Dates

Although band performances are currently suspended, we intend to send out virtual performances throughout the school year.
2020
October 19 - Monday
Symphonic Band & Choir 7:00 pm at Peacock Warm-ups at 6:15
December 6 - Sunday
Jazz Band, Concert Band, Symphonic Band 3:00 pm at Peacock Warm-ups at 2:15
December - TBA
Concert Band Field Trip - Woodfield Mall
December - TBA
Symphonic Band
Field Trip - Woodfield Mall
2021
January 29 - Tuesday
Franzen Beginning Band 7:00 pm at Peacock Warm-ups at 6:30 Ice Cream Social at 7:45
February 15 - Monday
Jazz Band Pro Night - Closed Rehearsal 6:00 pm at Peacock
February 22 - Monday
Jazz Band, Concert Band, Symphonic Band 7:00 pm at Peacock
Warm-ups at 6:15
March 6 - Saturday
Jazz Band IGSMA District Contest Time and Location - TBA
Winter/Spring - TBA
Symphonic Band Field Trip Time and Location - TBA
2021
April 15 - Thursday
Jazz Band Fine and Applied Arts Festival 6:30 pm at Peacock Warm-ups at 6:00
May 5 - Wednesday
Concert Band, Symphonic Band 7:00 pm at Peacock Warm-ups at 6:15
May 11 - Tuesday
Franzen Beginning Band 7:00 pm at Peacock Warm-ups at 6:30
May 31 - Monday
Peacock Marching Band Memorial Day Parade 9:30 am at Franzen Roll Call at 8:45
Orchard and Maple Dispersal
June 1 - Tuesday
Graduation Band 6:45 pm at LPHS East Warm-ups at 6:20

Band Program 2020-2021

Introduction
Itasca District 10 is committed to providing its students with a well‐rounded, liberal arts education. For that reason, it has supported performance­‐based music programs throughout its history. These programs include band, an elective class with a curriculum that meets state and national standards for music education. In band, students share and bring to life musical works through the expressive playing of wind and percussion instruments. Unlike other extracurricular activities, band is a structured class with targeted learning outcomes. As a result, students who put forth consistent effort with faithful attendance will develop a lifelong love of music, as well as the skills necessary to share this deeply human art form with others.

Mission Statement
It is the mission of the District 10 band program to provide a quality music education in a nurturing environment that promotes collaboration and creative thinking. The band program exists to foster aesthetic growth as an essential part of a child’s total education. The band program is dedicated to developing the highest level of musicianship through a comprehensive curriculum, in keeping with each child’s interests, needs and abilities.

Long Range Goals
  • To artistically share performance-based music composed in a variety of styles and forms
  • To gain musical knowledge, to improve musical skills, and to engage in musical thinking
  • To be ambassadors of musicianship
  • To prepare for advanced-level music making while developing a lifelong love of music

Recruitment
Recruitment occurs each September at Franzen Intermediate School and involves students in grade 5. While middle school students may join band late, they must first achieve a prescribed level of proficiency on an approved instrument before being assigned to an ensemble. To reach the necessary level of proficiency, outside private lessons are often necessary.
Band Registration Form
Band registration for the 2021-22 school year opens in the spring. The form will be included in the Peacock registration packet. A form will also be posted here in May.
Contact Band Director
Timothy Loest
Contact
Band Program Handbook
(Non-COVID Years)
Download 2020-21 Handbook PDF
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