Lincoln Roosevelt Bands

The mission of the Lincoln Roosevelt Elementary School Band Program in Succasunna, New Jersey is to team with parents, teachers and the school to develop responsible, respectful, confident and creative students. The high standards of excellence facilitate musical growth both individually on an instrument and in ensembles.

5th Grade Band

The LR 5th Grade Band is a curricular band class that meets twice each week. This class is open to students in 5th grade who are learning to play a wind instrument (flute, clarinet, trumpet, French horn, trombone). Students also receive a weekly group lesson to learn the basics on their instrument. The 5th Grade Band performs in two concerts throughout the year. Establishing a foundation in 5th grade is the primary focus and equips the students with the necessary skills as they move forward through the Roxbury music program. Focusing on specific fundamentals, tone quality and technique development prepares the students for ensemble and solo playing. 5th Grade Band is an opportunity for students to work together as a group for their first musical ensemble performance experience.

For more information regarding the LR 5th Grade Band, you can email Raymond Henricksen.

6th Grade Band

The LR 6th Grade Band is a curricular band class that meets twice each week. This class is open to students in 6th grade who are learning to play a wind instrument (flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, horn, baritone, tuba) or percussion. Students also receive weekly group lessons to learn the basics on their instrument. Focusing on the development and refinement of specific fundamentals tone quality and technique development prepares the students for more advanced ensemble and solo playing. 6th Grade Band is an opportunity for students to further their proficiency on their individual instruments and increase opportunities for musicianship growth within an ensemble.  The 6th Grade Band performs in three concerts throughout the year.  In preparation for future musical endeavors within our Roxbury music community, the 6th Grade Band is extended opportunities to meet and work with music staff, students, and ensembles from EMS and RHS.  

For more information regarding the LR 6th Grade Band, you can email Kate Katz.