A Return to In-Person Music-Making

The Road Back

General Considerations

A few things to think about as you begin to plan for a return to in-person music making, as well as some words of encouragement and lessons learned.

MUSIC UPDATE 2021 - 0423 - Considerations for In-Person Rehearsal Safety & Procedures.pdf

Guidelines from the NYC Department of Education

This document provides considerations for in-person rehearsal safety and procedures as of April 2021. Be sure to follow the most up-to-date guidelines provided by the CDC and the New York City Department of Education as you return to in-person learning.

Wind Instrument PPE.pdf

PPE for Wind Instruments

Bell covers and specialized face masks are recommended for wind instrumentalists as of the April 2021 updated guidance, and they are now available on ShopDOE. Click the "Gator Instrument PPE Workbook" link to access a spreadsheet for estimating the cost for your ensemble, and then click the "Gator Instrument PPE on ShopDOE" link to easily access these items in ShopDOE.

Gator Instrument PPE Workbook

Gator Instrument PPE on ShopDOE

The Way Forward

Consider these approaches to re-integrate students back into the ensemble experience before jumping back into full-time rehearsals.

Rhythm Creates Synergy

Create Synergy with Rhythm

This Slides presentation is packed with activities and examples that use world drums. bucket drumming, and body percussion to re-integrate students back into the ensemble experience.

Active Listening Skills

This Slides presentation contains activities and tips for improving students' listening skills: an area where many students are struggling after isolation during the pandemic.