4th Grade Orchestra

Hello and welcome! This is the homepage for the 4th grade orchestra. Here, you will find helpful reminders, videos, and information about rehearsals, concerts, and concepts.

Thanks for visiting!

IMPORTANT UPDATES

  1. Instrument Policy

    • If you have any issues with your instrument, please let Ms. G-P know. If you rent from Midbell and have a question about your instrument or rental policy question, please call Midbell at 712-276-0351.

  2. Cleaning

    • Do NOT attempt to clean your instrument at this time. Simply wash your hands for a minimum of 20 seconds before and after you play your instrument

    • You may use a Clorox wipe on your CHIN REST ONLY

    • Do not let anyone else play your instrument

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Ray's Midbell Music in Sioux City is our local music and instrument provider. They have great instrument rental plans available for parents and students. The cost of a violin or viola rental is around $23 a month - about the price of a McDonald's meal for a family of 4! The cost for a cello rental is only about $39 a month. More information can be found at this link:

http://www.midbellmusic.com/music/Rentals/Orchestra-Rentals.aspx.

Why Orchestra?

Your decision to provide your child with a quality musical experience is an investment in your child’s future. By making it possible for your child to play a musical instrument, you are providing them with the opportunity for self-expression, creativity, and achievement all while fostering a lifelong love for and appreciation of music.

Benefits

For your child

Music participation enhances…

  • Musical skill and appreciation

  • Problem-solving

  • Teamwork

  • Goal-setting

  • Self-expression

  • Physical coordination

  • Self-confidence and esteem

  • Concentration and memory skills

  • Poise

  • And much, much more!

For your family

A child’s study of music also offers opportunities to share family experiences like…

  • Attending musical and cultural events

  • Family music-making and performing for and with family and friends

  • The enjoyment of an expressive art form present in every culture

  • Learning about the lives of composer and the cultural heritage of many civilizations

  • A sense of accomplishment and pride for the entire family