Band Registration
Group Class
Registration & Schedule
We believe in music education for all
A key mission of the school in the past year has been to expand access to great music education through scholarships, expanded programming, and focused fundraising efforts. Currently, scholarships are available in partnership with One22. We can also refer families to Boundless. If you share our vision, consider supporting with a tax-deductible donation.
Rock Band
Our band program is designed for middle and high school students who have prior experience on band instruments like drums, percussion, bass guitar, rhythm/lead guitar, keyboards, woodwinds, brass, and vocals. Our bands select and learn new music together and have opportunities to perform in the community. Led by Taylor Upton and Ed Domer.
Rates
Ensembles* are $385 per 11-week session for TMS students, and $440 per 11-week session for non-TMS students.
Dates / Times
Tuesdays, 6:00-7:30p (Middle School) - Wait List
Tuesdays, 7:30-9:00p (High School) - Wait List
Fall Session: September 7 - November 16
Winter Session: November 30 - February 22
Spring Session: March 1 - May 24
Equipment for this program was partially funded by a grant from TCSD Recreation District.
A Cappella Group
A Cappella illuminates the power of the voice. By emulating instruments such as bass, guitar, piano, and drums, we create the sound of a full band. Students will train their ears to sing in harmony, learn through sight reading, become skilled beat-boxers, and create their own arrangements. Songs are selected and arranged by the instructor and the group, exploring genres such as pop, doo-wop, and classic rock. Led by Melissa Elliott.
A placement audition is held before the first rehearsal to place singers in vocal parts (soprano, alto, tenor, bass, beat boxer, etc.) and auditions for individual solos are held throughout the rehearsal season.
Rates
Ensembles* are $385 per 11-week session for TMS students, and $440 per 11-week session for non-TMS students.
Dates / Times
Tuesdays, 6:00-7:30p (grades 8-12)
Fall Session: September 7 - November 16
Winter Session: November 30 - February 22
Spring Session: March 1 - May 24
Songwriting &
Music Production
Songwriter Melissa Elliott and producer Joe Rudd will introduce middle and high school students to the world of songwriting, recording, and storytelling. Participants will learn how to write lyrics, rhyme schemes, and the basics of song structure, exploring the differences and similarities between genres in popular music. Students will gain experience in collaborating with others, learn basic piano skills, and get to know different microphones and technical equipment. Students will also develop an understanding of using recording software GarageBand and Ableton Live - learning how to record, about audio interfaces, mic techniques, signal flow, audio editing, sampling, and how to make beats and musical projects.
Rates
Music Production Class is $385 per 11-week session for TMS Students; $440 for non-TMS Students
Dates / Times
Mondays, 6:30-8:00p (grades 6-12) - Wait List
Fall Session: September 13 - November 15
Winter Session: November 29 - February 21
Spring Session: February 28 - May 23
Bucket Band
Drummer Ed Domer will introduce students to the basics of rhythm and teamwork in this after school program for elementary school students. Bucket drumming, also called street drumming, is a style of music which involves drumming on plastic buckets and other objects to create rhythmic grooves.In this first-time ensemble experience, students will create new friendships, boost their self-esteem and experience how they can produce amazing music together by working as a team.
Students should come with their own pair of drumsticks, available locally at Jackson Hole Music.
Rates
Bucket Band is $275 per 11-week session
Dates / Times
Mondays, 3:45-4:30p (grades 3-5) - Wait List
Fall Session: September 13 - November 15
Winter Session: November 29 - February 21
Spring Session: February 28 - May 23
Ukulele Group
What better instrument to learn how to play music with other people than ukulele? It is engaging, portable, fairly inexpensive, great for playing popular music, and fun to sing along with! It's also a great starting point for learning other stringed instruments. Students will develop their musicianship skills together, working on chords and strumming, learning songs and the fundamentals of how to play together as a group. Two sections are offered: one for elementary age, and another just for tweens/teens. Taught with love by Susan Jones.
Students should come with their own ukulele, available locally at Jackson Hole Music.
Rates
Ukulele Group is $275 per 11-week session
Dates / Times
Thursdays, 3:45-4:30p (grades 3-5) - Wait List
Fall Session: September 9 - November 18
Winter Session: December 2 - February 24
Spring Session: March 3 - May 26
After-School Strings
Led by JHMS/JHHS Director of Strings, Vince Gutwein, and supported by Jeff Kail, After-School Strings is designed for beginners in violin, viola and cello. The program is open to 4th and 5th grade students and takes place at Jackson Hole Middle School. Instrument rentals and music books are available through Mountain Music. Scholarships are available in partnership with One22.
Rates
After-School Strings is $275 per 11-week session
Dates / Times - NEW DAY!
Mondays, 4:00-5:00p (grades 4-5) @ JH Middle School
Fall Session: October 6 - November 17 (Wednesdays)
Winter Session: November 29 - February 21 (Mondays)
Spring Session: February 28 - May 23 (Mondays)
* Ensemble Enrollment
Ensemble enrollment is by TMS teacher recommendation, or by audition for students not enrolled in TMS private lessons. Enrollment is limited and dependent upon instrument. Priority for ensemble registration will be given to students enrolled in private lessons in TMS. It is highly encouraged for students to be enrolled in private lessons to support their ensemble participation.
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Risk-Free COVID Policy
The well-being of our students and teachers is our top priority. TMS is following strict COVID protocols and has the capability of pivoting enrolled lessons or classes to a remote experience. If Teton Music School must cancel classes due to COVID-19 health regulations, or for any other reason, we will promptly arrange an alternative or issue a credit for the unused lessons. Read the full COVID-19 policy here.
