Wednesday Garage Band
Are you looking to be part of a rock band with people who have the same love of music as you do? Then come be part of the nationally-recognized District 112 Garage Band.Since 2004, we have been providing students an innovative rock band experience like none other in the Twin Cities area. Play or sing everything from classic rock to the newest rock with other musicians who love it as much as you do. We are looking for singers, guitarists, keyboardists, bass players, drummers and brass/sax players who have at least two years experience on their instruments.
Auditions: (Required! No need to sign up. Just show up!):
- CMSE Monday, Sept. 29 3:50pm Band Room
- CMSW Tuesday, Sept. 30 3:50pm Band Room
- PRMS Thursday, Oct . 2 3:50pm Band Room
Performances:
- CMSW Talent Show Friday, Jan. 9 Chanhassen High School
- Rock-It! Concert Friday, Jan. 16 Chanhassen High School
- More performances TBD!
Audition material will be available in the PRM, CMSE and CMSW band rooms by Sept. 8. **Please don't register for class until audition results have been posted.
Email Mr. Songer, songere@district112.org with questions.
Matthew Potter

Matt Potter teaches 6th-8th grade band with District 112 at Chaska Middle School East. Matt has his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in music education from University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, MN. Matt’s primary instruments are the saxophone and the piano, but Matt teaches lessons for all woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments. In addition to teaching, Matt still frequently performs with two rock bands and at a church. Matt believes middle school music students should have the opportunities to perform, create and listen to many styles of music.
Eric Songer

Eric has been a music teacher in Eastern Carver County Schools since 1997. In 2007, he was named District 112's Teacher of the Year. He has grown the after school and summer music programs into thriving, exciting opportunities for students.
Kris Stauffer
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Online registration is overInstructors:
- Matthew Potter
- Eric Songer
- Kris Stauffer
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Wed, Oct 22nd 2025 | 3:45 - 5:00 PM | Chaska Middle School West |
| Wed, Oct 29th 2025 | 3:45 - 5:00 PM | Chaska Middle School West |
| Wed, Nov 5th 2025 | 3:45 - 5:00 PM | Chaska Middle School West |
| Wed, Nov 12th 2025 | 3:45 - 5:00 PM | Chaska Middle School West |
| Wed, Dec 3rd 2025 | 3:45 - 5:00 PM | Chaska Middle School West |
| Wed, Dec 17th 2025 | 3:45 - 5:00 PM | Chaska Middle School West |
| Wed, Jan 7th 2026 | 3:45 - 5:00 PM | Chaska Middle School West |
| Wed, Jan 14th 2026 | 3:45 - 5:00 PM | Chaska Middle School West |
| Wed, Jan 21st 2026 | 3:45 - 5:00 PM | Chaska Middle School West |