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Orchestra begins in 5th grade in Watauga County Schools! We start with the basics of the instrument from the parts to the posture, how to hold and maintain an instrument, and how to make our first sounds. We also focus on musical listening while we play our first songs as well as the beginnings of music literacy and transferring shapes on a page into actions to make music.
Check out the Beginning Orchestra page for your school for more information about how the instruments sound. If you are continuing in orchestra, check out the information below to learn more about your specific instrument.
Violin
Treble Clef
Played on the Shoulder
Plays the highest notes in the ensemble
Viola
Alto Clef
Played on the Shoulder
Plays the mid-range in the ensemble
Cello
Bass Clef
Played seated with instrument on the ground
Plays lower range in the ensemble
Bass
Bass Clef
Played standing with instrument on the ground
Plays the lowest notes in the ensemble
Violin Sizing
Violin Sizing
Violin's come in many different sizes! We will size you at the beginning of the year, but if you are getting a jump on things over the summer, this video is a great reference!
Where can I get an instrument?
Where can I get an instrument?
This company has a representative that will visit the school to bring instruments, take instruments for repairs, and return them.
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