6TH GRADE ORCHESTRA

The 6th grade orchestra is our beginning level orchestra at SCMS. We accept all students who are willing to work hard, practice, and follow the expectations of being an excellent musician. 

The required materials for this class are (each underlined item is a link to information about those items)

Instrument (some larger instruments are provided)

Sound Innovations for String Orchestra, Book 1, Blue, for their instrument

Shoulder Rest for Violinists and Violists

End Pin Anchor for Cello/Bass

Rosin - Will often come with a package purchased at a music store.

Pencil

3 Ring BLACK binder with sheet protectors

One pack of Strings (Cello and Bass strings will be provided for school instruments only.) 

Recommended Brands:

Instruments: Knilling, Franz Hoffman, Scherl and Roth, Glaesal. Please contact me before buying an instrument that you think is a "great deal." In the orchestral string world, you really do get what you pay for!!

Rosin: Any rosin will do for this level of student. I recommend the D'Adarrio Light Rosin though, as it is fairly cheap but still held in high regard in its quality.

Strings: I recommend the D'Addario Preludes for this level of student. Again, these strings are very high quality for the price. Stay away from anything cheaper than these strings!!!

Shoulder Rests: Shoulder rests are a must for Violinists and Violists. These items will help to promote proper positioning of their instrument and set them up for proper techniques later in life. Try to take your child's instrument to the store and ask to try a few out for the best fit. Look for enough padding such as the Kun brand as well as Everest as well as enough curve and height. The store should be able to help you find one that fits your child.

If you have any questions about these materials, feel free to contact me using the form below.