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Strings Program Informational Letter |
Signal Mountain Middle and High School Strings
February 4, 2010
Dear Parents and Students:
Thank you to all that have signed up, we are eager to get our Strings and Orchestra Program started
Based on the sign-up sheets we will offer two levels of classes,
Beginner (class 1) and novice/intermediate (class 2). Class 1 will be
for students who are just starting, class 2 will be for students who
are either currently playing or starting over. Both classes with use
the same method book, Essential Elements 2000 for Strings book 1. We
will start our first meeting with Class two on February 16th from
2:30-3:45 in the Band Room then follow our regular schedule below.
Our tentative schedule: beginning on February 16th.
Class one, beginners: every Monday and Wednesday from 2:30-3:45/4:00
Class two, intermediate: every Tuesday and Thursday from 2:30-3:45/4:00
This schedule will probably undergo a few changes given that many
students (and parents!) have busy schedules, this at least gives us a
starting point. Students are expected to attend regularly, but there
will be some degree of flexibility. If there are any conflicts please
let me know and I will do what I can to work with you.
Students will need to have an instrument, bow, case and method book.
There are several stores in town that you may wish to contact for
either rental or purchase. If you already have an instrument I highly
recommend that you have your instrument checked by a qualified string
instrument repair person before we start after school rehearsals.
Please have all needed supplies in hand or ordered by February 16th.
Here is a list of music stores that offer rental, purchase or repair of
string instruments:
Mountain Music Giant Steps
3304 Dayton Boulevard 3841 Hixson Pike
Red Bank, TN 37415-4635 Chattanooga, TN 37415-3580
(423) 875-5250 (423) 875-4179
If you choose to use a different store please make sure that they are
knowledgeable about string instruments. Any good store will measure
the distance from the student’s neck to palm to help fit them to the
right sized instrument. You should expect the instrument, case, bow,
and rosin to come as a packaged deal in most places. Many times it is
cheaper to buy the instrument than to commit to endless rental
agreements, if you have any question please do not hesitate to contact
me. Next week I will be out of town but if you have any questions
please contact via email at
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and I will get back
to you as soon as possible.
Sincerely, Jason W. Royal
Signal Mountain Middle and High School Strings
Supply List:
In addition to an instrument and bow in good playing condition you will need to have the following materials for class daily:
• 1 ‘Any color’ Three Ring Binder
• Essential Elements 2000 for Strings, Book 1 (select the one for your instrument)
• A metronome (optional, but suggested)
• Notebook Paper
• 10 to 15 Clear Page Protectors
• Pencils with Erasers (always have a pencil on your stand)
• Instrument Care Items: rosin, handkerchief, shoulder rest, etc…
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