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West Area 5th Grade Band

Lakewood Elementary
Teacher: Mrs. Starks

bstarks@bluevalleyk12.org

Schedule:
Monday - Woodwinds
Tuesday - Brass
Wednesday - Woodwinds
Thursday - Brass
Liberty View Elementary
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Teacher: Mr. Merryfield

smerryfield02@bluevalleyk12.org
Schedule: 10:40-11:10
​Monday - Woodwinds
Tuesday - Brass
Wednesday - Woodwinds
Thursday - Brass
Sunset Ridge Elementary
​Teacher: Mr. Merryfield

smerryfield02@bluevalleyk12.org
Schedule: 12:25-12:55
​Monday - Woodwinds
Tuesday - Brass
Wednesday - Woodwinds
Thursday - Brass
Cedar Hills Elementary
Teacher: Mrs. Gamble

​legamble@bluevalleyk12.org

​Schedule: 2:45-3:15
Tuesday - Woodwinds
Wednesday - Brass
Thursday - Woodwinds
Friday - Brass

How do I join 5th grade band?

Your band teacher will talk to your 5th grade classes about trying out instruments during class. We also host an Instrument Testing Night at Pleasant Ridge Middle School on Wednesday, August 28th, 2019, from 4-7 p.m. where you can come with your parents to try out instruments. After you've decided what instrument you want to play, fill out the form below (available on the testing night as well) to get your information entered!
5th Grade Band Enrollment Form

Where and how do I get an instrument?

There are many music stores in the area that both rent and sell beginning band instruments. If you have trouble finding an instrument or don't know where to look, please contact your band teacher!
IMPORTANT: check out this letter from Janelle Brower, the Blue Valley Performing Arts Coordinator. This letter details the importance of getting your student a quality instrument. The list of instrument specifications (also below) tells you exactly what brands, models, and accessories you should look for when getting an instrument. Most music stores in the area follow this list, but it's a good idea to ask when you make a purchase!
band_parent_letter_from_pa_coordinator_19.20.pdf
File Size: 82 kb
File Type: pdf
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Online Resources

Beginning Band Bootcamp - a GREAT collection of videos on how to put your instrument together, maintenance and cleaning, first sounds, and learning fingerings. Great to watch and follow along with your instrument!

Online Metronome - use this to practice if you don't have a metronome!

Photos from the West Area Band Festival (taken by Susamon Hovijit)

Quick Links

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Contact Us

Phone: 913-239-3814
Email: bvwbandboosters@gmail.com
Visit the staff page for individual email and phone contacts for staff.

Our School

Blue Valley West High School
16200 Antioch Road
Overland Park, KS 66085
(913) 239-3700
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  • Home
  • About
    • History
    • Ensembles >
      • Concert Ensembles
      • Marching Band
      • Jazz Bands
      • Percussion
      • Color Guard
    • Staff
    • BVW Band Boosters
  • Calendar
  • News
  • Resources
    • LNYDP 2023
    • VOLUNTEER SIGN-UP
    • Documents & Forms
  • Programs
    • Side by Side Concert 1/19/23