Hi everyone, I hope you are enjoying the Summer! Some new information for the 2018-19 School Year:
No new violin, guitar, or keyboard students will be accepted at this point - please do not register to study these instruments unless you were registered for them last school year. If there is room in the schedule after Band Instruments are scheduled, there may be room for these instruments. Check this web page for future information regarding this matter.

I am working with Mr. Hart on scheduling full Band rehearsals during the school day - there may be a day for after school rehearsals for Advanced and/or Jazz Ensemble students. There are 3 levels of Band: Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced. Advanced Band requires an audition. We will still have a Jazz Ensemble, and this is comprised of students selected by me. Beginner Band large group rehearsals start later in the year - once students can assemble the instrument, and get a decent sound. All Band students will need: Essential Elements Book 1 for their instrument. Rubank Book 1 for their respective instrument is also required for all levels.

Instruments of study are: Clarinet, Flute, Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, Baritone Horn, French Horn, and drums/percussion. WE NEED CLARINETS, FLUTES, and BELLS!!!!

The Music Room is now in the Main Building!! I really could use some help organizing and decorating the new room. If your student is interested in helping, please email me at:
rdivirgilio@sjbdel.org
I will provide lunch and snacks!

All students in Grades 2-5 will need a Soprano recorder for General Music class. I recommend the "Yamaha 3 piece Baroque Soprano Recorder". Music and Arts in Midway Shopping Center usually has plenty - they are around $8.00.

See you all soon!!

Mr. DiVirgilio