Oak Park School District 97 • Instrumental Music 

Registration for Beginning Band or Orchestra is open from August 26 - September 7, 2025

1. CHOOSE an instrument

In-Person Instrumental Music Open House Nights

Tuesday, September 2 & Thursday, September 4, 2025 • 5-8 pm • Julian Middle School (choose one)

CLICK HERE to reserve one 30 minute window for instrument trial and avoid prolonged wait times.

Please watch our Virtual Open House Video & Slidedeck presentation linked below to help provide you a well-informed overview of our Beginning Band & Orchstra Program, descriptions of the instruments taught, and the process of selecting an instrument, renting an instrument, and completing the online registration form.

VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE VIDEO & SLIDEDECK 

2. RENT an instrument

Rent a band instrument (woodwinds, brass, percussion) online.

Rent an orchestra instrument (strings) online.

Need financial assistance with a rental? Contact PING!

Please instrument rental agreement contracts completed by Friday, Sep. 5th, to ensure instrument delivery prior to our first lesson.

3. REGISTER with D97

Register your student for band or orchestra lessons with D97. 

Registration Form open starting on August 26.

REGISTRATION ENDS SEPTEMBER 7.

Lessons begin the week of Sep 15, 2025.  Families should recieve lesson schedules from their school's band or orchestra teacher on Friday, Sep. 12th

Please allow 90 minutes to two hours to complete all of 3 steps at our Open House Nights.  Renting an instrument and registering may be completed online. Music Vendors and PING will be available to meet in person if you need assistance or have any questions.

If you have any questions about this process, or comments for future development, please contact Jayme Barnard at [email protected].