At Timothy, we start band in fifth grade. In the second semester of 2009, we will have the kids all try out instruments, and I will help them make a good choice. Then, we will have a meeting where you will be able to sign up for their instrument, music stand, etc. for the next year. There is a link from the main page for PM Music, which is the company we use to rent the instruments. If you go to their site, you can find out all the information you need to get signed up.