mike caple, vpa coordinator rachel kos, teacher andy loretz, teacher collin t. smith, teacher
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INTRODUCTION TO INSTRUMENTAL MUSICMike Caple, VPA Coordinator
Rachel Kos, Teacher
Andy Loretz, Teacher
Collin T. Smith, Teacher
Welcome Past 2 weeks
Instrument demonstrationsStudents tried each instrument
RecommendationsSent home with every 3rd grader
You choose Return Final Registration Form tonight
or main office by July 1
Why play an instrument?
Fun and rewarding Helps with other subjects Challenge yourself Make new friends Travel the world-NYC, England, Disney,
D.C.
Overview This is a FULL YEAR commitment 30 minute lesson once per week
During schoolNo cost
Band/Orchestra 1 day per week before school, 8am
Winter and Spring concert Graded?
Assessment will be provided with report cards
Which instruments can we choose from?
WoodwindsFlute, Clarinet, Alto Saxophone
BrassTrumpet, Baritone, Trombone
PercussionSnare Drum and Bells
StringsViolin, Viola, Cello
Endangered Instruments
BaritoneTromboneViolaCello
If any of these instruments were written as our #1 or #2 recommended instrument onthe letter you received, we HIGHLY ENCOURAGE you to choose them.
Help!
Choosing an Instrument
Successful Methods It was
recommended. I’m able to make a
sound right away. I like the sound of it. It feels comfortable.
Less Successful It looks cool! My friends are doing it! My older brother/sister
played it. That instrument is for
girls! That instrument is for
boys!
Note on Percussion Percussion includes drum pad AND bells Students do not have a choice, they MUST
do both
This is NOT what
they will be learning (yet):This IS:
97.2% of those who quit, do so as a result of not practicing. Success breeds success. Excuses we heard this year:
“I had soccer.”“I was playing video games.”“It bothers my dog.”“I forgot.”“I didn’t have any time.”“My neighbors don’t like the noise.”“I had to go to the movies.”“Our bathroom was being remodeled.”“We got a new bunny.”“We got a new puppy.”
What do we need to get? Instrument Lesson book Music stand Accessories
Cleaning materialsReeds, strings,
RecommendedMetronomeStaff paper
How do we get an instrument? Rent (recommended)
$25-$57 per month rent-to-own program with Goulet and Co.
PurchaseBe very careful
LoanVPA has a limited number of instruments to
loan free of charge by application only Find
Family-owned instrument that is in WORKING condition
Note on Purchasing Instruments Department stores are NOT practical options Please do not purchase a
red/orange/yellow/green/blue/indigo/violet colored instrument
Stick to name brands Please ask before purchasing if you are unsure
PracticingPlaying an instrument is very rewarding, but it is hard work. The more students practice, the faster they will improve, more confident they will feel, and more fun they will have.
20-30 minutes 5 out of 7 nights minimum Quiet, uninterrupted area Getting into a routine works best Correct posture, music stand, etc.
Commitment FULL YEAR commitment Students usually cannot tell whether they will
have success on an instrument in just a few weeks of playing
Exit paperwork Students WILL learn perseverance and
persistence Later music opportunities include: jazz bands,
marching band, pit orchestra for musicals, percussion ensemble, trips, All-Town, and many more!
Summer Music Program July 7-18, 9am-1pm Head start Scholarships available Registration forms available tonight
What’s next? Choose 1 instrument Sign-up!
Tonight or by end of school yearJuly 1 deadlineASAP in order to ensure a lesson slotExtra Final Registration Forms available tonight
Instrument Rental Night September 3, 6pm PNHS
QUESTIONS?Mike Caple, VPA [email protected]
508-830-4469
Rachel Kos, Teacher (FFES, WES)[email protected]
508-591-5560
Andy Loretz, Teacher (CSES, HES, IBES, NMES)[email protected]
508-591-5944
Collin Smith, Teacher (MES, SES)[email protected]
508-591-0858
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