2021 Incoming 6th Grade Students (Current 5th Graders)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: Do I need to have prior musical experience to be apart of orchestra?
A: No. Students will learn how to play the string instrument of their choice as well as learn how to read music.
Q: Am I able to participate in orchestra and athletics as well as other electives?
A: Of course! The directors work very closely with the coaching staff to make sure the kids get to participate in all activities.
Q: Do I need to buy an instrument or should I rent?
A: Rent! Your child is still growing and maturing and renting will give you child the flexibility to exchange to larger size instrument in necessary. The instrument can be returned to the company at any time without further obligation. All rental payments will apply towards purchase.
Q: Are private lessons required?
A: Private lessons are strongly encouraged for all students, but are not required. If your child takes private lessons, they will receive one-on-one instruction from a professional musician (many of which have graduate degrees).
A: No. Students will learn how to play the string instrument of their choice as well as learn how to read music.
Q: Am I able to participate in orchestra and athletics as well as other electives?
A: Of course! The directors work very closely with the coaching staff to make sure the kids get to participate in all activities.
Q: Do I need to buy an instrument or should I rent?
A: Rent! Your child is still growing and maturing and renting will give you child the flexibility to exchange to larger size instrument in necessary. The instrument can be returned to the company at any time without further obligation. All rental payments will apply towards purchase.
Q: Are private lessons required?
A: Private lessons are strongly encouraged for all students, but are not required. If your child takes private lessons, they will receive one-on-one instruction from a professional musician (many of which have graduate degrees).