Robert J. Elkington Middle School Bands
Band is a year-long course; students are making a commitment to their ensemble. GR band kids embrace challenge and work together to grow as people and musicians.
6th Grade 25-26 Concert Dates:
Fall Concert: Thursday, Oct. 30th: 5th Hr. 6:30 pm 7th Hr. 7:30 pm.
Winter Concert: Thursday, Feb. 5: 7th Hr. 6:30 pm 5th Hr. 7:30 pm
Spring Concert: Tuesday, May 12: 5th Hr. 6:30 pm 7th Hr. 7:30 pm
7th Grade 25-26 Concert Dates
Fall Concerts:
1st Hr Band: Monday, Nov. 10, 6:30 pm
3rd Hr Band: Monday, Nov. 24: 6:30 pm
Winter Concert: Tuesday, Feb. 10: 3rd Hr. 6:30 pm 1st Hr. 7:30 pm
Spring Concert: Monday, May 11: 1st Hr. 6:30 pm 3rd Hr. 7:15 pm
8th Grade 25-26 Concert Dates
Fall Concert: Monday, Nov. 24: 7:30 pm
Winter Concert: Monday, Feb. 9: 7:00 pm
Spring Concert: Monday, May 12: 8:00 pm
The 6th grade bands are taught by Ms. Grotjohn & Mr. Myers. 6th grade band is a time to learn the basics on an instrument, learn about playing in an ensemble, perform at public concerts and HAVE FUN! All 6th graders receive a weekly small-group lesson throughout the school year. Home practice and weekly lessons are a big part of student success. Students will perform in 3 evening concerts during the school year.
7th Grade Band
Mr. Myers & Ms. Grotjohn conduct the 7th grade bands at RJEMS. In 7th grade band, students continue to reinforce the basic skills learned in 6th grade. Students learn more complex rhythms, and musical concepts. Students also will expand their range on their instruments as well by learning new notes and becoming comfortable in the keys of Bb, Eb, Ab, F, and C major, as well as minor keys. Students perform 3 evening concerts per school year.
The 8th grade band is led by Mr. Grotjohn. In 8th grade band, students are pushed to improve their technique and musicianship on their instruments in preparation for the high school band program. The 8th grade band performs 3 yearly concerts, and also performs at the community Veteran's Day celebration. Students will have the opportunity to work with high school students throughout the year to prepare for the transition to high school band opportunities such as marching band.