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Sara.Duncan@cobbk12 770.975.6764 x 243

Sara.Duncan@cobbk12.org 770.975.6764 x 243. 6th Grade Orchestra Meeting. About Me. Originally from Marietta, Georgia Undergraduate at University of South Carolina Taught 1st grade at Mt. Bethel Christian Academy Taught 4th-6th grade strings in Miami Masters from the University of Miami.

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  1. Sara.Duncan@cobbk12.org 770.975.6764 x 243 6th Grade Orchestra Meeting

  2. About Me • Originally from Marietta, Georgia • Undergraduate at University of South Carolina • Taught 1st grade at Mt. Bethel Christian Academy • Taught 4th-6th grade strings in Miami • Masters from the University of Miami

  3. Recent Orchestra History Since the school opened four years ago, Barber Orchestra students have participated in: -Cobb Co. Middle School Honor Orchestra -Georgia Music Educators Assc. Solo & Ensemble Festival -Georgia Middle School All State Orchestra -Cobb Orchestra Directors Assc. 6th Grade Jamboree -Cobb Orchestra Directors Assc. Large Group Performance Evaluation -Local performances at Barber and throughout the community. -Disney World’s Magic Music Days Performances

  4. Orchestra Instruments • Violin • Viola • Cello • Bass

  5. What supplies will my child need for orchestra? • Flyer was given to you as you came in the door! • Students need their supplies by MONDAY, AUGUST 24, 2009!

  6. How does my child obtain an instrument? -Violins and violas may be rented from local music stores for about $15-30/month. -Cello and bass players may rent instruments for home practice. It is slightly more expensive than renting a violin or viola. -Cello and bass players may take school instruments home over the weekend for home practice, but a parent must transport the instrument to and from school. It must be returned by 9AM on Monday mornings.

  7. Can you rent instruments from the school? -We have a limited number of school owned violins and violas for students whose families cannot afford to rent an instrument. This is on a first-come-first served basis. Please obtain an instrument check-out form from Ms. Duncan in order to arrange to use a school owned instrument. -Cello and bass players will use school owned instruments during class since these instruments are not allowed on the buses.

  8. What do I look for when renting/buying an instrument? • European made instruments are generally of the best quality. • The correct sized instrument • It is best to get your instrument from a store that has an in-house repair shop with a string specialist where necessary repairs are included in the rental fee. • Fine tuners or “peg heads” • Horsehair Bow

  9. 6th Grade Orchestra Book ALL orchestra students will need a copy of Essential Elements 2000 for Strings, Book I for their specific instrument. This book may be purchased at any of the local music retailers. This book retails at $7.99 plus tax.

  10. 6th Grade Orchestra Uniform -BMS Orchestra t-shirt -Long, blue jeans-NO capris or ripped jeans -School-appropriate shoes $10.00 is due TOMORROW!

  11. Performances 6th Grade Orchestra will have three performances, this school year. - Informance: November 20 at 7:00PM- BMS Theater • String Jamboree: March 22, time TBA- Daniell Middle School • Spring Concert: May 12 at 7:00 PM- BMS Theater

  12. Grading Procedures for Orchestra • Tests (30%) • Daily Grade (40%) • Daily Assignments (15%) • Practice Journals (15%)

  13. Other issues • Orchestra Lockers • Provided for instrument security and safety • Violin and viola students only • Fingernail length • Must be clipped to (at least) fingertip length • Longer nails prevent proper playing position and will inhibit progress in orchestra

  14. Homework and Announcements • Blog (link from Barber website) • Homework Hotline ext. 7186

  15. QUESTIONS? Thank you for attending!I look forward to teaching your child how to play an orchestra instrument!

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