Students must arrive to instrumental lessons with THREE items in order to be marked as "PREPARED" for that day. Arriving to lessons prepared and on time is a responsibility agree to by all musicians in our essential agreement or Band/Orchestra Pledge
1. INSTRUMENT with necessary accessories (mouthpiece, reed, neck strap, etc.).
2. MUSIC FOLDER which contains all instrumental related paperwork, books and sheet music.
3 A completed PRACTICE SHEET for that week of home practice. A completed practice sheet has date, assignment, and 7 days filled in.
Additionally, students must be taking their instruments home and practicing at least 15 minutes per night. Make it part of your homework routine! A night off here and there is okay, but it is important for a young musician to understand that the more you play, the better chance you have at a successful band/orchestra experience.