Summer Band Info:
Below, you will find information for this year's summer band program. Be sure to register soon--you won't want to miss out on this great opportunity and amazing program! You'll be excited to get back together with your friends, make new friends from other schools, play music, get a head start or improve on your instrument plus have a ton of FUN! To register, follow the instructions below. Registration will also be available at AFJH when the camp begins. We recommend pre-registering to avoid long lines and so we can better plan for you.
To register:
You may also pay in person at the American Fork Junior High Finance Office.
To register:
- Fill out the registration form at https://forms.gle/XjJaZFeZDCTDv1oz6
- Go to http://www.myschoolfees.com (select American Fork Junior High public option) to pay tuition.
You may also pay in person at the American Fork Junior High Finance Office.
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See you at SUMMER BAND!!!
Beginning & Int. Band CampBeginning Band students are highly encouraged to attend summer band. Summer band runs Wednesday, June 3rd – June 19th between 10 am – Noon at American Fork Junior High. Summer Band tuition is $60.00 and includes about thirteen 1-hour instrument specific classes with the best instructors in the area. (that’s about $4/hour for instruction with professionals who usually charge $20 or more for a half hour lesson!) Summer Band allows each student to start on their instrument with instruction by a specialist on that instrument. The opportunity for individualized instruction will be less frequent once school begins because of class size and instrumentation.
Intermediate Summer Band is offered for those with at least one year of playing experience. The Intermediate Band Camp runs Wednesday, June 5th – June 21st from 11 am – Noon at American Fork Junior High. Intermediate Band Camp tuition is $60.00 and includes about thirteen hours of instruction. Here, students will continue to develop their skills learned in Beginning or Elementary Band while learning how to rehearse in a full ensemble situation. Students will also be introduced to the warm-ups they will be using and will learn three new pieces of music to be performed at the finale concert on the last day. |
Advanced Band Camp
Students enrolled in Symphonic Band for next year are expected to participate in the Advanced Band Camp. Other band students who would like to challenge themselves at a higher level are also invited. This camp runs Monday June 8th – June 12th from 1–4 PM at American Fork Junior High. Advanced Band Camp tuition is $60.00 and includes 14 hours of instruction including a concert on the final day of the camp. This year, we are excited to have Dr. Jermie Arnold as our guest clinician and conductor. You won't want to miss this amazing opportunity!
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Frequently Asked Questions:
What about vacations, girls camp, scout camp, etc? Summer is a very busy time for many families, and we encourage you to attend your various camps and vacations. However, when you are home, and we’re having summer band, we hope you will spend your time with us rather than in front of the T.V. or video games! (Sorry, we can’t offer a discounted price for partial attendance—just come as much as you can)
Can a student take more than one Summer Band class? Yes! Students may sign up for as many summer band classes as they would like. This is the perfect opportunity to double on an instrument. Students in the past have also signed up for both the intermediate and advanced band camps just because they love playing in band, hanging out with their friends, making new friends and they really enjoy the experience.
Why is it held at AFJH? By combining with the other northern junior highs in the district, we are able to provide instructors who specialize on their instruments, bring in great guest clinicians and conductors and keep the price low. We meet at AFJH because of its central location and its larger facilities that will accommodate us easier.
I'm a beginner and renting a school owned instrument. How do I get my instrument for Summer Band? Right now our instruments are still being used. They will be checked in at the end of school and then we'll then send them in for any repairs that may be needed. We'll have them all ready to use on the first day of Summer Band. Just go to the AFJH Commons with your parent/guardian, find Mr. Bateman, sign the rental contract and pick it up. Be sure to pay the $35 summer rental fee at MRJH or on OneStop before then. Bring your receipt if you paid after school is out. Remember, you need to request a school owned instrument or they will not be available.
Can I do Summer Band and Marching Band? Yes, we coordinate with the high schools to make sure the Advanced Summer Band Camp doesn't conflict with Marching Band rehearsals. If you're in the Intermediate Band Camp, there may be a few conflicts, but we can work around them.
Can a student take more than one Summer Band class? Yes! Students may sign up for as many summer band classes as they would like. This is the perfect opportunity to double on an instrument. Students in the past have also signed up for both the intermediate and advanced band camps just because they love playing in band, hanging out with their friends, making new friends and they really enjoy the experience.
Why is it held at AFJH? By combining with the other northern junior highs in the district, we are able to provide instructors who specialize on their instruments, bring in great guest clinicians and conductors and keep the price low. We meet at AFJH because of its central location and its larger facilities that will accommodate us easier.
I'm a beginner and renting a school owned instrument. How do I get my instrument for Summer Band? Right now our instruments are still being used. They will be checked in at the end of school and then we'll then send them in for any repairs that may be needed. We'll have them all ready to use on the first day of Summer Band. Just go to the AFJH Commons with your parent/guardian, find Mr. Bateman, sign the rental contract and pick it up. Be sure to pay the $35 summer rental fee at MRJH or on OneStop before then. Bring your receipt if you paid after school is out. Remember, you need to request a school owned instrument or they will not be available.
Can I do Summer Band and Marching Band? Yes, we coordinate with the high schools to make sure the Advanced Summer Band Camp doesn't conflict with Marching Band rehearsals. If you're in the Intermediate Band Camp, there may be a few conflicts, but we can work around them.