Welcome to YLMS Instrumental Music!

The instrumental music program prepares students for a lifetime of opportunity, success, music appreciation and involvement. We seek to inspire students through music to succeed both now and in the future.

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The YLMS Music program is made up of 6 different ensembles.
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Jazz 1

Jazz 1 is a group of musicians selected through an audition process to participate in the exploration of jazz music, funk and Latin, with performances and festivals year-round!

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Jazz 1
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Jazz 2

Jazz II is an optional class that meets outside the curricular school day. The course is intended to raise interest in this art form, and form the next year's Jazz I band.

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Performing Band

Marching is part of this district's musical DNA. The Performing Band (advanced) is a marching band in Fall, and a concert band in the Spring.

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Performing Band
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Percussion

The Percussions class is the Performing Band's percussion section. There is a heightened focus on pulse, mallet fundamentals, and drumline cadence performances.

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Percussion
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Intermediate Band

Intermediate Band, open to 6th - 8th grade students, focuses on music fundamentals and technique, ensemble skills, music notation, music listening, and an introduction to marching band.

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Intermediate Band
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Intermediate Orchestra

Intermediate Orchestra, open to 6th - 8th grade students, focuses on music fundamentals and technique, ensemble skills, music notation, music listening, and performance through standard repertoire and folk music.

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Intermediate Orchestra
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Advanced Orchestra

The Advanced Orchestra is a high-achieving ensemble with a busy performance schedule, including participation in concerts, clinics, festivals and concerts during & outside the school day.

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Advanced Orchestra

FAQs

Below are some of the most common questions that we get.

Can I do instrumental music and Spanish?

Yes but Spanish is a strict 2 year commitment and will take one of your elective spots

Can I do orchestra and Color Guard?

Yes, and there are no schedule conflicts.

Can I do band and Color Guard?

Yes! In fall, you will choose what group to perform with during marching events, and in the spring you would fully commit to both band and Winter Guard, which have no schedule conflicts.

How do I audition for Jazz Band 1?

Audition dates and materials will be announced the first week of school. Typically students are asked to play a variety of scales in addition to an audition etude.

Are there school instruments available.

Yes! Check with the director if you need to use a school instrument. Due to limited availability of each instrument you may not get your first choice.

Do I have to be in band to be in jazz band?

Yes, you must be in another instrumental music class to be in the jazz band. Exceptions are very rare and will be decided by the director.

Does band have zero period rehearsals?

Performing Band and Percussion Ensemble will have a handful of zero period rehearsals leading up to each concert.

Why does the program ask for a participation contribution?

Parent donations are the lifeblood of our program at YLMS, and without them we would not be able to sustain our program keeping the same standards of excellence that have come to define it. Items such as sheet music, instruments, instrument upkeep, coaching, clinicians, transportation fees, repairs, and other teaching tools used on a daily basis are not fully funded by our State. As a non-profit organization, the YLMS Instrumental Music Booster Club (YLMS-IMBC) depends on the generosity of donors to help cover our operating costs.  We appreciate the support you can provide. We are a non-profit 501c(3) organization. Your contribution will be tax deductible for income tax purposes!

More questions?

We have answers! Please reach out to the members of our team using the emails listed below:
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Mr. Magee - dmagee@pylusd.org
YLMS Booster President - ylmspresident@gmail.com