Elementary Instrumental Music Program

The primary purpose of the Elementary Instrumental Music Program is to develop the musical and instrumental abilities of participating students. The program also aims to enrich students’ cultural and stylistic awareness through exposure to music. Students will be provided the opportunity to perform at concerts and festivals during the school year.

Orchestra is offered to students in grades 4-8 and band to students in grades 5-8. Participating schools include St. Anthony of Padua, St. Columbkille School, St. Charles Borromeo, St. Albert the Great, St. Albert the Great at Assumption Academy, Sts. Joseph & John School, and Incarnate Word Academy.

What is Included

  • Weekly small group or private lessons
  • Instruction during the school day
  • Combined concerts at Padua Franciscan High School

How to Sign Up

Resources

Upcoming Dates

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Benefits of Instrumental Music Instruction

  • A sense of achievement
  • Emotional development
  • Discipline
  • Creative thinking
  • Improved test scores
  • Teamwork
  • Self-confidence
  • Imagination
  • Intellectual curiosity

* content from the National Association for Music Education

Contact the Teachers

Ms. Jessica Jonczyk
Marching Band Director & Elementary Band Director
jjonczyk@paduafhs-elem.org

Mrs. Carrie Woodie
Orchestra Director
cwoodie@paduafhs-elem.org