All grade 7 students will choose a wind or percussion instrument with the guidance of the teacher and are then instructed on the basic playing progressions to develop into a performing group within the first year. Priorities include: developing a full quality sound, learning proper breathing habits, proper articulation, playing in tune, listening and matching others for style and pitch, and playing with a quality musical phrase. Practice outside of the class rehearsal will ensure strong success. Private Music Lessons are available and recommended for all the instruments.