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  • About the Program
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      • Mr. Bobby Olson
      • Mr. Matthew Weber
      • Mr. Patrick McGuire
      • Mr. Charles Stonehill
      • Mrs. Jori Pulver-Settler
      • Mr. Javier Diaz
      • Mrs. Lea Langhoff
      • Mrs. Georgann Vetrano
      • Mr. David Marshall
      • Ms. Alyssa Burno
      • Mr. Brian Urquhart
      • Ms. Jessica Buehler
      • Ms. Kim Sass
      • Mrs. Jamie Dormody
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      • Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra
      • Honors Ensembles at Music for All National Festival
      • Illinois All State Theatre Production
      • Macy's Great American Marching Band
      • Midwest Young Artists Conservatory
    • Major in Music
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Common Questions

Why is taking a music class important?

  • Musical Learning
    • Students enrolled in band at JTMMS will be introduced to an in-depth curriculum on proper playing technique, notation, musical vocabulary, and rhythm while preparing literature of varied musical styles for performance. Students will also have the opportunity to learn about the historical and social importance of some of the music they perform.
 
  • Life Skills
    • Even for a child who's not interested in professional musical aspirations, band and choir both offer huge benefits. Being a part of an ensemble teaches discipline and responsibility. Regular practice promotes diligence, conscientiousness, and prioritization. Through the practice and performance cycle, young musicians learn that hard work has rewards and that sometimes your best isn't good enough — but you can still enjoy the journey.

The skills gained through sequential music instruction (including the ability to analyze, solve problems, communicate, and work cooperatively) are vital for success in the 21st century workplace. Although there is some controversy on exactly how much music affects children's learning abilities, it is known that music is linked to improved math, memory and reading skills.

How can my student clean their instrument?

Specific cleaning instructions will be distributed to students at the beginning of the school year, but there are also numerous sources of information online.  It is important that these instructions are followed and only the recommended items are used to clean an instrument. DO NOT use household tools to repair an instrument.  Not following the proper steps or using the wrong tools can lead to a costly trip to the instrument repair shop.

How can I rent/purchase an instrument or instrument supplies for my student?

We have a whole document of information on buying your own instrument (also available in Spanish).

Music & Arts handles all of our rentals and repairs, and has a wide variety of supplies to pick from.

Information on supplies can be found at these links: Brass & Woodwind, Percussion

How can I contact the director?

The best way to reach your director is through email or Remind, although messaging through the various online tools we use work as well.  Contacting via phone is ineffective as the director is not always near the school phone. Contacting through these electronic means allows the message to go to one or more devices the director uses on a regular basis, ensuring the message will be received in a timely manner.  If there is a need for a phone or in-person conference then an appointment can be made to do so.
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  • Schools
    • Round Lake High School >
      • Bands >
        • Concert Bands
        • Percussion
        • Marching Panthers >
          • General Information
          • Drumline & Front Ensemble
          • Color Guard
        • Jazz Band I & II
        • Basketball Band
        • Honors Option
      • Choirs >
        • Curricular Choirs
        • A Capella Choirs
      • Calendar
      • Student Awards
      • Tri-M
      • Guard
      • ILMEA >
        • Band Auditions
        • Choir Auditions
        • Jazz Auditions
        • Competition Contest
        • Future Music Educator Seminar
      • Events >
        • 8th Grade Basketball Band Night
        • All District Festivals
        • Awards Banquet
        • Milestones & Masterworks
        • Middle School Football Night
        • SpinFest
        • Spring Musical
        • Variety Show
        • Winter Spectacular
      • Alumni >
        • Alumni Merchandise
        • Alumni Updates
        • Homecoming Alumni Performance
        • Basketball Band Alumni Night
      • Previous Trips >
        • New Orleans 2019
        • DisneyWorld 2016-2017
        • Nashville 2014-2015
    • John T. Magee Middle School >
      • Bands >
        • Handbook >
          • Values & Expectations
          • Fees & Supplies
          • Performances & Attendance Policy
          • Common Questions
        • Events >
          • JTMMS Band Calendar
          • Middle School Football Band Night
          • Chili Supper
          • Winter Concert
          • All District Band Festival
          • Spring Concert
        • Ensembles >
          • Concert Band
          • Symphonic Band
          • Buehlman Band
          • Jazz Band
        • Resources
        • 8th Grade to High School Transition
      • Choir
    • Round Lake Middle School >
      • General Music
      • Bands >
        • RLMS Band Calendar
        • RLMS Band Student Resource Folder
        • Concert Band
        • Symphonic Band
        • Buehlman Band
        • Percussion
        • Jazz Band
      • Choirs >
        • RLMS Choir Student Resource Folder
        • Media
    • 5th Grade Band >
      • Current Member Information
      • Calendar
      • Future Members
      • Frequently Asked Questions
  • About the Program
    • Support Our Program
    • Mission
    • Values
    • System+Spirit=Success
    • Faculty >
      • Mr. Michael J. West
      • Mr. Bobby Olson
      • Mr. Matthew Weber
      • Mr. Patrick McGuire
      • Mr. Charles Stonehill
      • Mrs. Jori Pulver-Settler
      • Mr. Javier Diaz
      • Mrs. Lea Langhoff
      • Mrs. Georgann Vetrano
      • Mr. David Marshall
      • Ms. Alyssa Burno
      • Mr. Brian Urquhart
      • Ms. Jessica Buehler
      • Ms. Kim Sass
      • Mrs. Jamie Dormody
  • Resources
    • Instrument Information >
      • Instrument Rentals & Purchasing
      • Brass & Woodwind Supplies
      • Percussion Supplies
    • Student Account Request Form
    • Music Stores
    • Private Lessons >
      • Benefits of Private Lessons
      • Private Instructors
      • Lesson Scholarships
    • Summer Music Camps
    • Classroom Tools >
      • Canvas
      • Charms
      • Remind
    • Opportunties >
      • All-American Marching Band
      • Audition for a Drum Corps
      • Audition for a Winter Guard
      • Bands of America Rose Bowl Parade Honor Band
      • Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra
      • Honors Ensembles at Music for All National Festival
      • Illinois All State Theatre Production
      • Macy's Great American Marching Band
      • Midwest Young Artists Conservatory
    • Major in Music
  • Store
  • Fine Arts Boosters