It is difficult to have a positive attitude under these circumstances, but such problems are normal. In our case, patience has been rewarded. As the district builds additional schools, each will include orchestra rehearsal space, office space, and storage. Pre-existing buildings are slowly being refurbished and orchestra rooms are being added. It took seven years to get the promise of our own space at the older campuses and construction will not be complete until 1998.
Many factors contribute to the growth of a string program, and there is no clear recipe for success.
Cluster concerts, cooperation between departments, and patience are three areas which have proven to be particularly successful for the string teachers in Fort Bend, Texas. Inc. All rights reserved. The Selmer Company is a subsidiary of Steinway Musical Instruments, Inc., one of the world's leading manufacturers of musical instruments.