String Orchestra

Class Description

String Orchestra is a class for students who have an interest in continuing their development as a musician on an orchestral string instrument (violin, viola, cello, upright (acoustic) bass). Students in this class should maintain the highest discipline in practice, demeanor, and work ethic. This includes having a great attitude toward learning with a great amount of patience to work through concepts and rehearsals/practices. As well, students should have an area at home to practice which is free from distraction. Parent encouragement for home practice and “sticking with it” will help immensely. Some after school rehearsals as well as concerts are a part of the mandatory class and overall grade. Please note that his is not a beginning level class and that students should usually have at least 2 years previous experience. Some exceptions may be made in special circumstances.

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Materials

  • Instrument – Each student must have a good working instrument to play. It is important that the instrument remains in proper playing condition for the year, and will need to be the responsibility of the parent. (some school instruments are available for use)

It is important that parents do not purchase or rent bright colored instruments or inferior instruments. Quality instruments are not the cheapest that you find on amazon, etc. Contact Mr. Sherrodd, Bertrand's Music Store, Nick Rail Music Store, or Sam Ash Music Store for recommended brands. There are very good instruments, bows, and accessories found at swstrings.com

  • Related equipment – The student must have the related equipment/accessories required for each instrument this includes a SHOULDER REST for violinists and violists.

  • Assigned Music – There will be music assigned as well and will be turned back in after performance. The student is required to keep music neat in their binder and have it each day for class. Students will be given Notebook checks periodically to demonstrate that they have everything.

  • Pencil – Each student is required to have a pencil at their seat every day of class to mark the music.

  • Chromebook- Students should be able to access some music or items studied on their chromebook through Google Classroom.