PBES Music Programs
Instrumental Music
Welcome to Instrumental Music at Piney Branch! All 4th and 5th grade students are eligible to participate in band or orchestra. Instrumental Music classes are offered at no charge during the school day on a rotating schedule. The following instruments are taught: violin, viola, cello, flute, clarinet, alto saxophone (5th grade only), trumpet/cornet, trombone, baritone, and percussion.
This year, all enrollment forms will be submitted online through this form:
The form also includes demonstration videos of each instrument to help you choose. Once you enroll, you will receive a list of local music stores where you can rent instruments and find supplies. A limited number of school instruments are also available to families who need them.
Enrollment forms must be submitted by Wednesday, September 21st. I will reach out and confirm your enrollment once I receive your form. Classes will begin the week of October 3rd.
Get ready to have a blast learning an instrument this year!
Mrs. Stacia Pratt
Stacia_A_Pratt@mcpsmd.org
PBES Chorus
Welcome to the PBES Chorus page. This year, we are proud to present two chorus ensembles – the Fourth Grade Chorus and the Fifth Grade Chorus.
Although the choruses rehearse at different times, they will be performing together during our concerts and outside performances this year.
PBES Chorus Attire
This year, the chorus will dress in concert dress in order to prepare students for real-life concerts.
Formal Concert Attire
White shirt/blouses
Dark pants or skirts
Dark colored shoes
~or~
Casual Concert Attire
Chorus T-shirt
Dark pants or skirts
Dark colored shoes
Notices will be sent home prior to performances to remind students of the expected attire for each event.
Chorus T-Shirts
Check back later for update information
on the chorus T-Shirts for 2022-2023