Evergreen Elementary

String Orchestra

Thank you for your interest in our String Orchestra Program at Evergreen!

The study of a musical instrument can be a very rewarding experience for a student. First and foremost, it is a fun and exciting chance for your child to learn an art form. The study of a musical instrument also requires manipulation of some of the most valued skills in reading and mathematics including phonological and phonemic awareness, sight identification, orthographic awareness, cueing systems awareness, and fluency. (Hansen, Dee, and Elaine Bernstorf. "Linking Music Learning to Reading Instruction." Music Educators Journal 88.5 (2002): 17-21+52.)

Please visit the Class Documents and Enrollment page for more information about our program.

I look forward to working with you!

Mrs. Christina Burroughs

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