The TMS Bands consist of over 200 students under the direction of Melissa Ellenberger. Each grade level band is split between two periods that meet daily. We offer two jazz bands which meet twice a week before school and Band After School Help (BASH).
The Timberview band program strives to help each student reach their full musical potential and have a fun and memorable experience!
Band Classes
6th Grade
6th Band: All 6th grade students may choose to sign up for beginning band. No prior musical experience is necessary. This group covers all aspects of music, including basic music notation, tone production, and the care and maintenance of the instruments. Students will study and perform various styles of music throughout the year. This group has two evening performances during the year which are a required part of the grade.
6th Jazz Band: In Jazz Band, the instrumentation is limited to traditional big band instruments (piano, electric bass, guitar, drum, trumpet, trombone, and sax) and the size of the band is small. This class will start with the basic jazz styles and concepts but will rapidly move to an advanced level. Students must show a high level of proficiency on their instrument. Jazz band requires a significant dedication by students and parents due to rehearsals that start at 6:40 AM two days a week. An audition is required.
7th Grade
7th Concert Band: Seventh grade students with one or more years of playing experience may sign up for concert band. The curriculum will include further development of performance skills, articulation, technique, the breathing apparatus, timing and phrasing, balance and blend of the ensemble. Students will study a variety of musical styles. This group has a number of evening performances during the year which are a required part of the course.
7th Jazz Band: In Jazz Band, the instrumentation is limited to traditional big band instruments (piano, electric bass, guitar, drum, trumpet, trombone, and sax) and the size of the band is small. This class will start with the basic jazz styles and concepts but will rapidly move to an advanced level. Students must show a high level of proficiency on their instrument. Jazz band requires a significant dedication by students and parents due to rehearsals that start at 6:40 a.m., twice a week. An audition is required.
8th Grade
8th Band: Eighth Grade Band will continue to develop the levels obtained in the seventh grade concert band (or equivalent experience). Focus will be on the refinement of music reading and performance skills, as well as the development of a broader understanding of music as an art and a science. This group has a number of evening performances during the year which are a required part of the grade.
8th Jazz Band: In Jazz Band, the instrumentation is limited to traditional big band instruments (piano, electric bass, guitar, drum, trumpet, trombone, and sax) and the size of the band is small. This class will start with the basic jazz styles and concepts but will rapidly move to an advanced level. Students must show a high level of proficiency on their instrument. Jazz band requires a significant dedication by students and parents due to rehearsals that start at 6:40 AM two days a week. An audition is required.
