WHAT DO I NEED?
What Is Needed For Band and Orchestra:
● Instrument (Rent or Own)
● Music Book- Measures to Success- Book 1 (West Point and Freedom)
Essential Elements- Book 1 (Dysart String Orchestra)
● Instrument Accessories
o Flute- Cleaning Rod and Swab
o Clarinet/Saxophone- Reeds (#2), Cork Grease, and Swab
o Trumpet/Baritone/Tuba- Valve Oil and Tuning Slide Grease
o Trombone- Slide Oil and Tuning Slide Grease
o Percussion- Mallets and Drum Sticks
o Violin/Viola/Cello- Rosin and Violin/Viola Chin Rest
● Music Stand (For home practice only)
● TIME TO PRACTICE
How To Get An Instrument:
1) Buy A New Instrument- (Expensive) Please contact me if you are planning on buying an instrument. I would want to help to make sure you get a quality instrument that will help your child succeed.
2) Buy A Used Instrument- (Be Careful) Some instruments can cost hundreds to repair. You can contact me with any questions. If you already have an instrument, I would be happy to look it over to make sure it is in good working order.
3) Rent An Instrument- (Recommended) These instruments are fully insured and most of what you pay is built up in equity towards a new instrument in the future. Buying an instrument is a big investment and this is a good alternative to start with.