Embedded Files
Below is an example of a beginning orchestra supply list and a description of how you will get supplies for orchestra.
Some campuses may have slightly different supply requirements. Please do not begin purchasing or renting orchestra supplies until you register for orchestra at your campus and receive information directly from your campus orchestra director.
You will get an instrument in one of the following ways:
RENT from an approved music store - parents pay a monthly fee to rent from a private music store. Most music stores use a "rent-to-own" program where you build a credit with the store over the years that can eventually be used towards purchasing an instrument from that store when the student reaches a full-size instrument.
- Learn more about instrument rental on our Music Store List.
- View a sample rental pricing list - Dallas Strings Rental Information 2020
DISTRICT FEE-WAIVER PROGRAM - Students who qualify for free or reduced lunch may check out an instrument directly from the district for a small one-time maintenance fee. Students must re-apply for free or reduced lunch each school year and provide proof of qualification to their director.
- Make sure you apply for free or reduced lunch before the school year begins. Visit the DISD Child Nutrition Department website to for the information and links you need to apply.
- You will receive an approval letter through the mail or through email that confirms that you qualify for free or reduced lunch. You will need to provide your orchestra director a copy of this letter to apply for a district instrument.
PURCHASE an instrument from a recommended vendor. Since most students do not begin on a full-size instrument, and many advance through several sizes before reaching full size, it is recommended to rent an instrument in the beginning stages. It is highly recommended that parents not purchase an instrument from any vendor not recommended by your director. See more information on the Approved Music Store List.
Did you know that string instruments come in different sizes? Before you get an instrument you will need to be sized by your orchestra director to make sure that you get the correct instrument size. Your director will meet with each student and size them for their instrument during an instrument drive event or during your first week of orchestra class. During the COVID-19 school shutdown, your director may possibly provide you with information on sizing yourself to allow you to set up an instrument rental over the summer.
Participation Fee: Most elementary campuses will require a one-time minimal fee for orchestra participation. Depending on the campus, this may include the student's orchestra t-shirt, additional classroom supplies, and/or field trip participation costs.
Beginner sizing and supply list.pdf2020 Flyer with Sizing.pdfChoosing an instrument with sizing
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V_1KCkPdI2s&t=11s
Dallas Strings rental information
Report abuse