Elementary String Lessons and Orchestra

  • 3rd and 4th grade string lessons are taught by Mrs. Abbey Mertz (mertzA@tesd.net)

INFORMATION

  • All students that register will have a STRING LESSON once a cycle, and also be part of ORCHESTRA

    String Lessons

    Small group instruction that teaches students how to play their instruments, as well as skills and techniques

    • String Lessons meet during the school day, every day 3, for the entire school year
    • Lesson times rotate each cycle so students do not miss the same class each week
    • Lessons start during the second cycle of school

    Orchestra Rehearsals

    Large group instruction that prepares the students for the Winter and/or Spring Concerts

    • Meet before school on Day 3
      • Drop off begins at 8:15am and rehearsals go until 9:00am
    • 2 performing groups:
      • ENCORE Orchestra 
        • Includes students that have played their instrument for at least one full year
        • Students perform in the Winter and Spring Concert
        • Rehearsals start during the 3rd cycle of school
      • PRELUDE Orchestra -
        • Includes all beginner students and ALL students in 3rd grade
        • Students perform in the Spring Concert
        • Rehearsals start in January

    Concert Dates

    Winter Concert: December 12, 2024

    • Performers: Encore Orchestra & Chorus

    Spring Concert: May 15, 2025

    • Performers: Band, Prelude Orchestra, Encore Orchestra & Chorus

String Supplies Needed

  • Violin & Viola

    • Book: Essential Elements for Strings (Violin or Viola Book 1)
    • Sponge or Shoulder Rest
    • Rosin (should be included with your rental)
    • Optional: Music Stand (for home practice)

    Cello

    • Book: Essential Elements for Strings, Cello Book 1
    • Rock Stop
    • Rosin (should be included with your rental)
    • Optional: Music Stand (for home practice)