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Band

How to be ready for band

  • Make sure your instrument does not need any repairs. If it does, take it to the music store (Menchey's, Horn Hospital, Loser's, etc.)

    • Percussionists - you need a pair of drum sicks (Vic Firth SD-1 General are great beginner sticks).

    • Reed instruments - corks must be attached, all pads must be attached.

    • Brass instruments - slides must be easily removed, valves must move easily.

    • Buy a box of reeds for your instrument - if needed. Middle school students should be playing on at least 2.5 hardness reeds. If you aren't sure of the strength you need, ask Mr. Wolfe first.

    • Put your name on your instrument and case.

    • Parents write down the make of the instrument and serial number for your records. If you need help finding this. Please see Mr. Wolfe and he can find this information for you. Knowing the brand and serial number of the instrument is the best way to make sure that if your instrument goes missing it can be returned to you.

  • PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU CLEAN AND SANITIZE YOUR INSTRUMENT AND YOUR CASE!

How do I order supplies for my band student?

If your band student needs any supplies for their instrument: reeds, valve oil, cork grease, drumsticks, lesson books, mutes, etc. You may purchase these at any music store of your choice. For your convenience, arrangements have been made with Loser's Music (Losers rhymes with DOZERS!!), who can take your order right over the phone or email (have a credit or debit card ready) and they can deliver it to the school for your student!! If you prefer to pay with cash or check, Loser's will let you know when they are going to deliver to EMS and if your student gives me their payment in the morning or during homeroom, I will get your item from Loser's when they come to school. Their contact information is below.

How do I rent/purchase an instrument for my student?

Again, you may rent or purchase an instrument at any music store of your choosing. Rentals with affordable payment options are available. Loser's music has excellent rental/purchase plans as well, and your instrument can be delivered right to school. Please call them to make arrangements.

LOSER'S MUSIC

728 CUMBERLAND ST., LEBANON PA. 17042

(717) 272-0381 or 1-800-522-2600

FAX (717) 272-6426

eMAIL: losers@lmf.net