Goddard Middle School

Instrumental Music Program

 

If something were to come up that would impact your students' before-school rehearsal, this is where it would be posted by 5:00am the morning of the event (cancellations of rehearsal due to weather, my being ill, etc.).

 

Philip Edelman - Director of Instrumental Music (Click for Bio)

 

Click On Any Of The Links Below:

• Printable Practice Card
• Payment Form to Use Student Music Account
• Click here for our weekly lesson plans
• Click here for our Band Handbook
• Click here for our Orchestra Handbook

Weekly Before School Schedule: Please check carefully, as sometimes I will need to be at the high school, if you will want to come in within 24 hours, please do not email me, but call me at (316) 210-4098.
 

Required Supplies

Band	Orchestra
3D Band Method Book 2 Pencils at all times All music that has been passed out Flip Folder/Lyre (instrument specific)	Essential Technique 2000 Method Book 3 2 Pencils at all times All music that has been passed out Rosin Bow
Flutes: Need cleaning rod and soft cloth Oboes: Need 2 reeds at all times, swab Clarinets, Saxophones: Need at least three good quality medium/medium soft (2.5:3) reeds at all times, swab Brass instruments: Need valve oil and tuning slide grease (Trombones will see me for specific instructions) Percussion: See handbook for specific stick/mallet requirements	Violins/Violas: A complete extra set of strings at all times Cellos: A Rock-stop

 

Date	Before School Schedule (5:30am-7:15am)
8/30	Extra Help for anyone who needs it - Call or email to let me know you are coming in
8/31	Drumline Rehearsal, 6:30-7:15
9/1	Extra Help for anyone who needs it - Call or email to let me know you are coming in
9/2	Drumline Rehearsal, 6:30-7:15
9/3	Extra Help for anyone who needs it - Call or email to let me know you are coming in

Note from Mr. Edelman...

To our GMS parents and community:

The new school year is launched and we will soon be experiencing the joy of making music. Thank you for your support, and particularly for encouraging your student to continue their study of music. This investment of time, effort and energy will produce lifelong dividends.

Throughout the year you will be receiving communications from our Instrumental Music Department concerning upcoming concerts and other pertinent information.  This website will also contain all of the information that you will need. However, if something is not on our website that you would find helpful, please let me know by shooting me a quick email (pedelman@goddardusd.com) and I will make sure that it gets posted.

I know that the first question I get every year from parents is ?What materials do my students need?? Please look a little higher on this page, and you will see a list. If you have any questions, please call me ASAP.

It is important to me that you know I am always available if you have questions or concerns. The easiest way to get a hold of me is by email, or by calling my cell phone at (316) 210-4098. I also am available before school at GMS from 5:30-7:15 to help any middle school student who needs an extra hand, and after school from 3:00-4:30 at the high school for any high schooler who needs some extra help. If your student wants to take advantage of this time, I just ask that you call or email me so that I know to expect them. My weekly before-school schedule is available on our website.

Evidence continues to focus on music as a vital component in the positive growth of every child. For years we have pointed to the music students as those who have demonstrated a special talent. However, based on extended studies we now know it is the very process of learning music that develops the artistic mind and brings forth the creative potential in all young people. For this reason, among many others, continued membership in our musical family is strongly encouraged and appreciated.

In addition to the support that you can give your individual student at home, you can support our programs in general by joining our booster organization. They are truly integral in the success of our program. The Goddard Instrumental Music Boosters meet the last Tuesday of each month at 6:30 in the Goddard High School Instrumental Music Room.

Once again, it is a privilege to have all of our students as valued musicians in our organizations. Thank you for your support of music education at GMS and in Goddard in general. You play an important role in everything we do. Welcome to our new school year!

Sincerely,

Philip Edelman