Ms. Green collects the forms at the beginning of each week, records the grade, and returns the form. Make sure their instrument is in good working order. Beginners are not always careful with their instrument and dropping it can easily bend a spring or dent a valve. These problems are easily repaired and are usually not too expensive. Most area music stores have repair technicians on site.
Many beginners become easily discouraged when trying to play on a damaged instrument.
Make sure they have the book and supplies they need. Clarinets and Saxophones need at least four good reeds. Over time they will learn to make them last longer. Most students who become discouraged and want to quit are being held back because their parents never purchased the band book for them or they are trying to play on broken reeds. The student who is getting behind needs this extra tutoring.