The Instrumental Lesson Program begins in the 3rd and 4th Grades. Playing an instrument can be a rewarding and lifelong pursuit. In addition, increasing brain research on the subject shows that the brain benefits from studying an instrument at an early age.

Group Lessons

• Strings (violin, viola, cello, or bass) - lessons start in 3rd grade. Please click here for more info

• Woodwinds (flute, oboe, clarinet, alto saxophone) - lessons start in 4th grade

• Brass (trumpet, French horn, trombone or baritone) - lessons start in 4th grade

• Percussion (snare drum and bells) - lessons start in 5th grade. Class size is limited. 

• Lessons are organized by instrument family and grade level. If students have prior experience or are starting new in fifth grade, instrumental instructors will make decisions regarding appropriate placement in the lesson program.

Instrument Lesson Schedule:

Lessons begin at each of the elementary schools in September. Please refer to Elementary School Page for details. 

Elementary School Orchestra and Band:

Students are encouraged, but not required, to participate in our weekly ensembles that complement the lessons. Students enrolled in school lessons may join at no additional cost. Students who take private lessons are welcome to join for a small fee.

• Orchestra (for string players)- Wednesday afternoons at McCall

• Band (for woodwind, brass and percussion players) - Day and time vary by elementary

  school. Second year players begin in October. Beginners join in February.

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Buying an Instrument - If you need help with an instrument for your child: either what to look for or evaluating an instrument that you already have or are interesting in buying...you can contact your school music teacher for help. They or someone in the Winchester Public School Music Program can help you assess your child's instrument.

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WINCHESTER 3rd, 4th and 5th GRADE ALL-TOWN CHORUS

Do you love to sing?  Then All-Town Chorus is for you!  The chorus is a great way for young singers to have a group singing experience, while also making new friends from other schools.  The group rehearses once a week, learning vocal technique and repertoire in preparation for two concerts.  All 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students are welcome to join.  

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