Things you will need:
· Instruments
o Set them up in the front of the room where they can be seen
· A current male and female student
o Bring kids to recruit kids. Choose older, well-spoken, nice looking kids.
· The Be Part of the Band, Elementary Style video
· Screen/projector/sound system
o Use the best sound system available
· Documents (enough copies for every child)
o Frequently Asked questions
o Band flier
o Information sheets
Presentation (20 Minutes):
· Have music playing as students enter (use current/pop music with horn sections)
o i.e. The band FUN
· Let them listen as they enter
· Introduce yourself and explain why you are there (4 minutes)
o Be enthusiastic and excited
o Present band as a privilege that they GET to now be a part of because they are older
· Show Be Part of the Band
· Introduce students
o Let them talk for 1 minute each about their band experience
o Have them include, “I was not sure when I was in 5th grade, but I am so glad I did it now. I know some of you are unsure, but TRUST ME, it is incredible.”
o If you can’t bring students along, bring a taped interview OR use segments from the student portion of Be Part of the Band
· Talk about exciting things for next year (new instruments, concerts, etc.)
o While you are doing this, have your current students or teachers hand out materials
· Remind students that it is much easier to stop participating in band after they have started rather than to try to join after everyone else has started.
· Leave 2 minutes for questions.
· Ask students to take the materials home to their parents.
· Thank them and tell them you can’t wait to see them next year as a part of the band!