2024-2025 Registration Page
Registration for the 2024-2025 school year will open may 15th!
Questions? Contact bpa@asd4.org
Step 1 - Informational Presentation (may 2024)
This presentation has all the answers to commonly asked questions, including pricing, fees and lesson format. If you still have questions, please reach out to us at BPA@asd4.org.
Step 2 - Instrument Selection (August 2024)
Mr. Cannon & Mr. Smith will be hosting a tryout event at your child's school August 19-23 to show students the different instruments they may choose from to play in 5th grade. Students will have the opportunity to ask questions and listen to each instrument. Additionally, we will be having an informational meeting on Tuesday, May 14th for parents who wish to know more about the Beginning Performing Arts Program here in Addison. A flyer will be sent home prior to the event!
Step 3 - District Registration
Once students have selected what instruments they would like to learn, and families have reviewed the informational presentation. Families must fill out the google form below to officially sign-up for the BPA (5th grade instrumental) program.
Please wait until child has tried an instrument.
Step 4 - Instrument rental
To rent an instrument please choose your band or orchestra vendor below.
BAND RENTALS
Flute, Clarinet, Alto Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, Baritone & Percussion
(630) 978-9927
4411 Fox Valley Center Drive, Aurora IL, 60504
https://www.pmmusiccenter.com/
ORCHESTRA RENTALS
Violin, Viola, Cello & Bass
(630) 466-7562
316 Wheeler Road, Sugar Grove IL, 60554
https://austinsviolinshop.com/
WE STRONGLY DISCOURAGE BUYING INSTRUMENTS FROM AMAZON OR VENDORS THAT ARE NOT MUSIC VENDORS. These instruments are often poor quality and WILL cause your child to get frustrated and fall behind in lessons. Financial assistance is available for families that qualify. Please reach out to a BPA@asd4.org with further questions.
About the Ensembles
Instruments you can play in beginning band
Flute
Oboe*
Clarinet
Alto Saxophone
Trumpet
French Horn*
Trombone
Baritone/Euphonium
Tuba*
Percussion
*Requires Director Approval
Instruments you can play in beginning orchestra
Violin
Viola
Cello
Bass
String Sizes for Rental
Violin – ½
Viola- 12”
Cello – ½
Bass – 1/8
Ensemble Directors
Band
Orchestra
Mr. Cannon
5th Grade
(BPA)
Mr. Manint
Middle School
Mr. Corey
High School
Mr. Smith
5th Grade
(BPA)
Ms. Toika
Middle School
Mr. Stombres
High School