Dear Orchestra Parents and Students!
I welcome you to the Discovery Orchestra Program! Our award-winning orchestra program is a continuous one for grades 5-12, and I am delighted that you will be a part of it.
Most of the information you will need during the year is available on this site, but contact me directly if it is not. You can email me at plawson@goddardusd.com. or text using the Band app.
Google Classroom: Please ensure your child is signed up for Google Classroom, as I will post assignments, music, videos, and notifications there. You can sign up by clicking on the Google Classroom button above.
Classroom Materials: All students will need an instrument, Essential Elements for Strings Book 1, rosin, a shoulder rest (for violins and violas), a cello strap (for cellos), and a rock stop (for string basses). The following music stores can be purchased at the following music stores:
Mc Hugh Violin Shop
1626 Geo Washington Blvd
Wichita, KS 67211
mchughviolins.com
Palen Music
22300 E. Lincoln
(316) 262-1487
Gartens Music
4235 W. Central
(316) 942-1337
Wichita Band
2525 E. Douglas
(316) 684-0291
Damm Music
8945 W. Central
(316) 773-9060
https://www.dammmusic.com/
Our Very 1st "Informance!" and Concert Dates
On October 20, 2025, the 5th-grade string classes will hold a brief "Informance" at Discovery Intermediate School. During this time, students will demonstrate multiple skills, culminating in a performance of a few short tunes. Please mark your calendars and plan to join us in celebrating the students' progress!
Instrumental Music Display Night August 27, 2025 @ Discovery 4 pm-7 pm
October 20, 2025 5th Grade "Informance" @ Discovery Intermediate School
December 1, 202 Winter Concert 5/6 Grade Strings
December 2024 Holiday Tour (Select students, TBA)
April 13, 2026 Spring Concert @ Discovery Intermediate, 7:00pm
May 3, 2026 Frontier City (6th Grade Only)