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Band

Update (8/26):

Lottery sign up are closed. Check your email in the next couple days for confirmation and waitlist info.

What You’ll Learn

Students will dive into the world of musical expression, exploring melodies, rhythm, and harmony as they explore new songs and techniques. With guidance from their band director, they’ll discover how practice and play come together to spark their own creative voice.

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We Need Your Support

Participating students receive an instrument and sheet music to borrow for the year.

A donation of $75 per student per program is requested but not required to participate. Make your donation here today! Your support helps us cover costs such as sheet music, books, instrument repairs, and the purchase of new instruments. Every donation, big or small, makes a difference—thank you for considering!

Rehearsal Schedule

Start Date: Week of September 14th

Beginning Band

  • Mondays (Trumpet & Trombone): 2:30 - 3:20pm

  • Wednesdays (Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone): 2:30 - 3:20pm

  • Location: Music Room next to MPR (Mr. Henriques’ Room)

Advanced Band

  • Thursdays (All instruments): 2:30 - 3:20pm

  • Location: Music Room next to MPR (Mr. Henriques’ Room)

Eligibility

3rd-5th grade students are eligible to sign up for Band. Participation is via lottery. If you have any questions regarding the eligibility, please contact the instructor at ahenriques@sjusd.org

Meet the Instructor

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Adam Henriques

Hello! As an alumni of Trace Elementary, I can’t wait to be back on campus and teaching your students all about music! My passion for the arts began at Trace and continued through my time at Hoover and Lincoln High School, where I played several instruments in the band and orchestra and sang in the choir. I graduated from Santa Clara University in 2023 with an undergraduate degree in business, but soon discovered my love and appreciation for teaching through a position at Starting Arts. I am so excited to get to know each student and be a part of this wonderful community here at Trace!

Frequently Asked Questions

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