Is it too late for my child to join the Heineman 6th Grade Band or Orchestra? No, it's not too late. Rent your instrument online:
Band Instrument Rental - www.theinstrumentbarn.com
Orchestra Instrument Rental - www.cassandrastrings.com/
Contact Us
Rick Rohde - 6th Grade Band rrohde@district158.org
Samuel Perez - 6/7/8 Orchestra sperez@district158.org
Emily Moore – 6/7/8 Choir emoore@district158.org
Pam Jorgensen – 7/8 Band pjorgensen@district158.org
Band Instrument Rental - www.theinstrumentbarn.com
Orchestra Instrument Rental - www.cassandrastrings.com/
Contact Us
Rick Rohde - 6th Grade Band rrohde@district158.org
Samuel Perez - 6/7/8 Orchestra sperez@district158.org
Emily Moore – 6/7/8 Choir emoore@district158.org
Pam Jorgensen – 7/8 Band pjorgensen@district158.org
Frequently Asked Questions
What if my child didn't do Band/Orchestra/Choir during 5th Grade? Is it too late to join now?
It is not too late to join a music class! We will start from the beginning and teach your child everything they need to know to be successful in our music classes. They will have so much fun learning to play an instrument and singing with all their friends!
How does the Band/Choir/Orchestra Schedule Work?
Band/Choir/Orchestra meet every day during study hall. Students can easily participate in both Band and Choir, or both Orchestra and Choir: Mondays and Wednesdays they go to Choir, Tuesdays and Thursdays they go to Band or Orchestra, and Fridays alternate.
Does my child receive credit for taking Music Classes?
Yes! Band, Choir and Orchestra are regular classes that receive a grade. Most students find that their grade in music positively impacts their GPA
Does my child have to miss class for band or orchestra lessons?
No, all of the band and orchestra lessons will take place during the full group rehearsal time.
Can my child be in sports/other activities and still participate in band/choir/orchestra?
Yes, we have many athletes in band, choir and orchestra. All practices are during the school day, and you will receive a list of all our performance dates for the whole school year during the first week of school. If there are any conflicts, just let us know ahead of time so we can plan for it. We are very flexible and we realize kids have a life outside of school.
Do the Bands,Choirs and Orchestras go on any field trips?
Yes! We take many trips to see Broadway Musicals and Performing Groups in the Chicagoland Area. Some of the trips we’ve taken in the past include Hamilton, Blue Man Group, A Christmas Carol, Lion King, Wicked, Les Miserables, Mary Poppins, and many more.
Do the Bands, Choirs and Orchestras perform outside of school?
Yes, we occasionally perform at retirement communities, churches, universities and other schools. The 7th and 8th Grade Bands perform during the halftime show of a Huntley High School Football Game, and they march in the annual Homecoming Parade!
Contact Us
Rick Rohde – 6th Grade Band rrohde@district158.org
Samuel Perez – 6/7/8 Orchestra sperez@district158.org
Emily Moore – 6/7/8 Choir emoore@district158.org
Pam Jorgensen – 7/8 Band pjorgensen@district158.org
What if my child didn't do Band/Orchestra/Choir during 5th Grade? Is it too late to join now?
It is not too late to join a music class! We will start from the beginning and teach your child everything they need to know to be successful in our music classes. They will have so much fun learning to play an instrument and singing with all their friends!
How does the Band/Choir/Orchestra Schedule Work?
Band/Choir/Orchestra meet every day during study hall. Students can easily participate in both Band and Choir, or both Orchestra and Choir: Mondays and Wednesdays they go to Choir, Tuesdays and Thursdays they go to Band or Orchestra, and Fridays alternate.
Does my child receive credit for taking Music Classes?
Yes! Band, Choir and Orchestra are regular classes that receive a grade. Most students find that their grade in music positively impacts their GPA
Does my child have to miss class for band or orchestra lessons?
No, all of the band and orchestra lessons will take place during the full group rehearsal time.
Can my child be in sports/other activities and still participate in band/choir/orchestra?
Yes, we have many athletes in band, choir and orchestra. All practices are during the school day, and you will receive a list of all our performance dates for the whole school year during the first week of school. If there are any conflicts, just let us know ahead of time so we can plan for it. We are very flexible and we realize kids have a life outside of school.
Do the Bands,Choirs and Orchestras go on any field trips?
Yes! We take many trips to see Broadway Musicals and Performing Groups in the Chicagoland Area. Some of the trips we’ve taken in the past include Hamilton, Blue Man Group, A Christmas Carol, Lion King, Wicked, Les Miserables, Mary Poppins, and many more.
Do the Bands, Choirs and Orchestras perform outside of school?
Yes, we occasionally perform at retirement communities, churches, universities and other schools. The 7th and 8th Grade Bands perform during the halftime show of a Huntley High School Football Game, and they march in the annual Homecoming Parade!
Contact Us
Rick Rohde – 6th Grade Band rrohde@district158.org
Samuel Perez – 6/7/8 Orchestra sperez@district158.org
Emily Moore – 6/7/8 Choir emoore@district158.org
Pam Jorgensen – 7/8 Band pjorgensen@district158.org
