Instrument Selection 2022 (for the 22-23 School year)
Welcome to our instrument selection page! Please complete the four steps on this page. You will need your incoming 2022-2023 beginner AND a parent to complete instrument selection.
Welcome to our instrument selection page! Please complete the four steps on this page. You will need your incoming 2022-2023 beginner AND a parent to complete instrument selection.
STEP 1: View the videos below for examples of each instrument and choose the one you like the sound of best!
STEP 1: View the videos below for examples of each instrument and choose the one you like the sound of best!
1-SCIS Orchestra Beginner Supply List
2-Instrument Sizing Guide
3-Lisle Information
4-Beware Instrument-Shaped Objects!
5-Contact Information
STEP 4: Reply to Ms. Wang's email with your student's name and instrument choice.
STEP 4: Reply to Ms. Wang's email with your student's name and instrument choice.
Frequently Asked Questions for Incoming Beginners:
Frequently Asked Questions for Incoming Beginners:
Does my student need any prior knowledge or experience to join Orchestra?
Does my student need any prior knowledge or experience to join Orchestra?
No! We will start from the very beginning and teach the students everything they need to know!
No! We will start from the very beginning and teach the students everything they need to know!
What if my student has prior experience on the instrument he/she wants to play in Orchestra?
What if my student has prior experience on the instrument he/she wants to play in Orchestra?
Please contact Ms. Wang at rewang@ccisd.net for information about auditioning for a non-Beginner level.
Please contact Ms. Wang at rewang@ccisd.net for information about auditioning for a non-Beginner level.
When should I get the instrument and supplies?
When should I get the instrument and supplies?
We recommend reserving your rental ASAP following Instrument Selection so that you do not end up on a waiting list at the start of the year.
We recommend reserving your rental ASAP following Instrument Selection so that you do not end up on a waiting list at the start of the year.
How much before/after school time is required for my Beginner?
How much before/after school time is required for my Beginner?
We rarely require Beginners to come before or stay after school for rehearsals or required events. We perform approximately 4-5 times per year in the evening and require 5 or fewer after-school rehearsals. There are (optional) after-school social events throughout the year which do not affect students' grades.
We rarely require Beginners to come before or stay after school for rehearsals or required events. We perform approximately 4-5 times per year in the evening and require 5 or fewer after-school rehearsals. There are (optional) after-school social events throughout the year which do not affect students' grades.
My student is already highly involved in extracurricular/competitive/traveling activities; will he/she still have time to participate and succeed in Orchestra?
My student is already highly involved in extracurricular/competitive/traveling activities; will he/she still have time to participate and succeed in Orchestra?
Yes! We have many students in all levels of Orchestra who are involved in extracurricular teams, groups, activities, etc. and are able to manage their time well to be successful in multiple avenues.
Yes! We have many students in all levels of Orchestra who are involved in extracurricular teams, groups, activities, etc. and are able to manage their time well to be successful in multiple avenues.
How much practice is required for a Beginner to succeed?
How much practice is required for a Beginner to succeed?
We assess students in all levels of Orchestra based on mastery of the appropriate standards; for Beginners, approximately 30-45 minutes of practice each night should be plenty for them to stay on track.
We assess students in all levels of Orchestra based on mastery of the appropriate standards; for Beginners, approximately 30-45 minutes of practice each night should be plenty for them to stay on track.
My question isn't answered here; what should I do?
My question isn't answered here; what should I do?
Email Ms. Wang at rewang@ccisd.net (please allow 1-2 business days for response-thank you for your patience)!
Email Ms. Wang at rewang@ccisd.net (please allow 1-2 business days for response-thank you for your patience)!
If you have any other questions or concerns (especially financial concerns), please contact us! rewang@ccisd.net
If you have any other questions or concerns (especially financial concerns), please contact us! rewang@ccisd.net