Middle School Band
At Marvin Ridge, Beginning Band students require zero prior knowledge of rhythm and note reading, and zero prior experience on their assigned instrument!
Interested in Joining the Band Program?
1. Join our Mailing List!
- On our homepage, click the "Login/Register" Button to get started. Be sure to add your student with the appropriate grade level for the year indicated (5th Grade for the 2023-2024 School Year). If you have previously created an account for an older student, you can log in and add your new student to your account. Instrument: This will be determined later, but take your best guess at what you would like to play!
2. Visit us and try the instruments! March 26th: MRMS, 5pm-6:30pm (Drop-In)
- Drop by to try the instruments with some of our specialists!
- Flute - Option for Oboe and Bassoon in Spring\
- Clarinet - Option for Saxophone in Spring
- Trumpet - Option for French Horn in Spring
- Trombone - Option for Trombone in Spring
- Percussion - Audition Only. Time will be assigned. See step 3
Once you choose an instrument, save the date for our instrument rental meeting with Music & Arts!
May 7th, 6pm-6:45pm @ MRMS
3. Optional Percussion Audition!
Is your student interested in trying out for our percussion section? Please email Ms. Johnson to secure a slot for our March 26th visit! latoya.johnson@ucps.k12.nc.us
More About our Program!
Concerned about Sports and Academics?
Band is a Yearlong Class, and does not interfere with after-school activities! We highly encourage students to try an instrument in 6th grade as it is the only opportunity to try the program in middle school. Additionally, Band in no way effects your long term academic plans! All students who participate in middle school band are able to quickly complete their language requirements in high school, participate in other arts programs, and meet all of the requirements for selected special programs. Utilize the links below for more details!
Band Student 6-12 Sample Schedule
Instruments Available for the 2023-2024 School Year:
Instrument |
Maximum Available Slots |
Common Instrument Switches in November |
Flute | 30 |
Double Reed/Saxophone/Percussion |
Clarinet | 30 | Double Reed/Saxophone, Percussion |
Trumpet | 30 | French Horn/Baritone/Tuba/Percussion |
Trombone | 30 | Baritone/Tuba/Percussion |
Percussion | 8 | **Audition Only** |
Instrument Matching Tool
Click HERE to take a short quiz and find out what instrument might be the best match for you! (Note, this does not mean you are required to play that specific instrument, and you will still need to register here at marvinridgebands.org when the link becomes available.)
Flute Clarinet
Trumpet Trombone
Common Questions from Incoming Band Families
Can I balance Music and other activities? Can I play sports and be in Band?
Not planning to be a professional musician... What about my grades?
Check out our MR Band Student Interviews!
Parent Interviews
Additional Questions? Contact:
LaToya Johnson: latoya.johnson@ucps.k12.nc.us
High School
- Tuesday, April 9
- Wednesday, April 17
- Thursday, April 18
- Tuesday, April 30
- Wednesday, May 1
Middle School Band
- Tuesday, April 9
- Thursday, April 11
- Monday, April 22
- Tuesday, April 23
- Wednesday, April 24