Each student has a practice card with a grid indicating each day of the term. As they practice, they are instructed to record their time and have you initial it at the end of the week. On the card is also the grading scale for practice and some reminders on how to practice. On the back, is a space for them to record the important dates to remember for that particular term. Musicianship encompasses everything else that is not playing or practice.
Performances are an integral part of a child's music education.
We work very hard to prepare for a performance and each is designed with the expectation that all will participate. By adopting the department shirt, we are consistent in our combined concerts and save you expense if your child performs in two groups. Please let me know if you require financial assistance for any part of the uniform. In the course of the year, a variety of injuries may occur to your child's instrument. Strings break, bridges come off, a whole mishmash of things can happen.