Cowan Music FAQ

Q: Will we learn recorders this year?

A: Students in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade will be participating in recorder instruction. Information will go home regarding purchasing these instruments in the fall. Recorders will be ordered through the school.. 

Q:  Will choir take place this year for 4th and 5th grade students?

A: Yes! Choir information will go home in September. 

Q: Will we have opportunities to listen to live music and interact with community ensembles?

A: Yes! We will have our annual Austin Jazz Workshop program as well the Austin Symphony Orchestra, Austin Lyric Opera, Austin Chamber Music Center, just to name a few. Cowan will also be a host school for We Love Austin Music week which will take place in January. 

Q: What opportunities will my Kinder, 1st, or 2nd grade student have in music this year?

A: Students in Kinder through 2nd grade will be participating in the Austin Symphony Orchestra's Building Blocks Program.  Students will learn up close about the various types of instrument families! Students will also be participating in Austin Opera's Story Time where they will listen to a story sung by one of Austin Opera's professional singers.