WLA Schools Band Program

Growing in God's Gift of Music

Be Part of the Band

Our WLA Band program offers instrumental music education to the families and students of Winnebago Lutheran Academy and its Association WLA Schools. We focus on band instrument instruction for students in grades 5-12.

Join the Band

Registration Form

Instrument Fitting

Not sure which instrument to pick?

Or want to make sure your instrument is a good fit?

Email your director of bands: akurth@wlavikings.org

Parent Portal

Fees for the 2024-2025 school year are $375 per student or $275 for new-to-band students.

Pay Online

See our PDF or Google calendar for rehearsal dates and concerts. Can't make it to rehearsal? Please let us know by filling out the rehearsal excuse form.

2024-2025 calendar

Contact your directors with any questions you may have.

Click above for the WLA School's Instrument Buyer's Guide and below for a list of recommended brand names.

Brand Name Lists

Mrs. Abby Kurth

Christ-Centered Music Education through Band

learn more about the instruments

Brass

Woodwinds

Percussion

Camps, Concerts, and More

our program includes

One-on-One Lessons

Held weekly at your child's school.

Weekend Group Rehearsals

Conveniently scheduled to avoid conflicts with other school activities.

Christian Friendship

Develop bonds that carry into high school.

Free Summer Camps

Beginner Band Camp

August 12-15, 2024 | 8:30-11:30 AM

Free camp for beginners to learn how to play an instrument. No experience necessary. Instruments provided free for the week to our families courtesy of Heid Music.

Returner Band Camp

August 5-8, 2024 | 8:30-11:30 AM

Free camp for students who have taken instrument lessons before. We will sharpen our skills as musicians and teammates.

FAQ

My child has never been in band before. Can we still join?

Yes! Our program is designed to help beginning and intermediate students discover and develop their God-given gifts to play an instrument.

How can we get an instrument?

Our directors at WLA Bands recommend you meet with them before buying an instrument to make sure it is a good fit for your child. When you are ready to buy, check out our page on tips for buying an instrument.

My child is not in 5th grade yet. Can we start an instrument?

WLA School Bands starts students on instrument instruction at 5th grade for a number of reasons pertaining to a child's physical, mental, and social development. If your child is already fired up to learn a musical instrument, we recommend starting piano lessons through your local teacher.

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We proudly partner with the teachers, families, and students in the WLA Association schools:

Christ Alone Lutheran Academy, Princeton
Faith, Fond du Lac
Grace, Oshkosh
Martin Luther, Oshkosh
Peace, Green Lake
Redeemer, Fond du Lac
St. John, Fox Lake
St. John, Lomira
St. Luke, Oakfield
St. Matthew, Iron Ridge
St. Paul, Town of Forest
St. Paul, North Fond du Lac
St. Peter, Fond du Lac
Trinity, Waucousta

The aim and final end of all music should be none other than the glory of God and the refreshment of the soul.