Band

Hello Ann Arbor Open Families, my name is Justin Hammis. I am very excited to be teaching
band class at Ann Arbor Open School with your students. Your students will have a creative and
enjoyable experience in band class. We will learn the history of composers, instrumental
techniques, reading music notes, expression, instruments, and the appreciation of music. I
graduated with a bachelor of music degree from the University of Michigan in 2003 and a
master of music degree from Central Michigan University in 2011. I have taught instrumental
music throughout my career and really enjoy teaching the students the instruments. They have
such enthusiasm for band class. I love Ann Arbor, and I am an ardent alum of UM. It's nice to
get to know parents and community members, so feel free to say hi. I look forward to seeing
you soon!

hammisj@aaps.k12.mi.us