West Des Moines Community Schools Community Education

Students participate in orchestra rehearsals, musicianship classes (including ear training and theory), and sectional rehearsals. This is an intensive study of orchestral music and listening skills, culminating with a concert on June 19. Program taught by Matt Meyer, Abby Hendricks, Michael Terrell, Carrie Beaderstad, Xavier Quinn, and Heidi Terrell. Registration Deadline A $25 late registration fee will be charged if you register less than one week before the program’s start date. Cancellation Policy If you are unable to take the class you can request a refund before the second day of class. There will be a $25 deduction from any refunds except programs canceled by Community Ed. Behavior Guidelines Please remember that participation in Community Education programs is voluntary. Students are expected to act respectfully throughout their participation. Community Education reserves the right to remove a student from a program at any time if they display inappropriate or unsafe behaviors.

This one week, 2 hour/day program gives younger band students the chance to continue developing skills on their instrument over the summer. Students will practice songs as a full band, break up in groups based on instruments to get more focused attention, and enjoy other fun activities that will build community and teamwork. This band camp will conclude with a brief concert for families on June 12th at 1:30 p.m. Cancellation Policy If you are unable to take the class you can request a refund before the second day of class. There will be a $25 deduction from any refunds except programs canceled by Community Ed. Behavior Guidelines Please remember that participation in Community Education programs is voluntary. Students are expected to act respectfully throughout their participation. Community Education reserves the right to remove a student from a program at any time if they display inappropriate or unsafe behaviors.