Orchestra

Practice, Practice, Practice

Parents and Students,

We are fast approaching our Winter Concert which will feature our 6th, 7th, and 8th grade Orchestra's. The concert date is Thursday, December 6, 2007 at 7:00PM.

Parents please be aware of the proper concert attire.

Ladies: White button down blouse/shirt, black skirt (knee length when sitting) or pants/slacks, black tights/socks, black dress shoes.

Gentlemen: White button down dress/polo shirt, black dress pants, black socks, black dress shoes.

ABSOLUTELY NO JEANS OR TENNIS SHOES ARE ALLOWED! FAILURE TO FOLLOW DRESS CODE WILL RESULT IN STUDENT NOT BEING ABLE TO PERFORM IN THE CONCERT!

Parents we will have a after school rehearsal on Wednesday, November 28, 2007 4:30-5:30PM. This is for all grades (6, 7, and 8th). This rehearsal will give the students an opportunity to rehearse as a full orchestra. Students are not given this opportunity during regular school hours due to split periods. Parents please be aware that pick up will be promptly at 5:30PM.

Students I encourage you to practice over the holiday break to perfect your music.

Parents and Students have a wonderful Thanksgiving!!

Disney Deadlines are fast approaching!

8th grade Parents/Students please be aware that the final deadline for this year's Disney Trip Funds is on November 19, 2007. A fee of $100 is due for student/chaperone. If payment is not made in a timely manner it could affect your child's spot for the trip. Please contact me with any questions or any financial concerns. Thank you!!

Please be aware that you will have a break from payment for the months of December and January, and payment of funds will resume in the month of February.

Guitars--Music Appreciation

Parents and Students please stay up to date with all current assignments. Please check I-Parent frequently. Please be mindful that Participation plays an important role in this class.

Gutar Pass-offs are a requirement to move on in the course:

Pass-off #1: Two-note Hop or Two-note Jump

Pass-off #2: March/ Jogging/ A Stroll

Pass-off #3: Conversation

Pass-off #4: Jingle Bells

Students please stay on top of your assignments.