Students are generally not allowed to switch instruments after their Intermediate (beginner) band year.  There are only a few instances where a student will be allowed to play on an instrument other than what they were selected for in Beginner Band… 

1.  Physical or Medical need.  If a student develops a physical or medical condition that makes it hard to play their original instrument, then the directors will do all we can to find an instrument that this student will be successful with.

2.  Band Need.  Middle School bands use a few instruments that are not taught at the beginner level.  A few well-qualified students may be approached about switching to these instruments.  Generally, these instruments are within the same family as their original instrument.  For example, some Clarinet players may be asked to move to Bass Clarinet in middle school. 

3.  Jazz Band will also present a few students with the opportunity to play an instrument other than the one they play in their regular band class.  Jazz Band members and instrument are selected by the Band Directors.