Orchestra

 

Elementary Orchestra Intermediate – Grade 6

• Violin, Viola, Cello and Bass
• Recruitment begins in the spring of the students’ 4th grade year
• The orchestra teachers assess students to match the student with instruments size that he/she will most likely be successful.
• Instruction begins fall of the 5th grade year
• Lessons occur during the school day

Middle School Orchestra Grades 7-8

• Prerequisite: Two years of orchestra for 7th grade. Three years of orchestra for 8th grade or by audition
• Violin, Viola, Cello and Bass
• 7th graders are together and 8th graders are together
• Large group orchestra meets 2-3 times per week and is part of the students regular class schedule
• Individual or small group lessons during the day – pull out of classes
• Other ensembles may be available

High School Orchestra Grades 9-12

• Prerequisite: Four years of orchestra or by audition
• Violin, Viola, Cello and Bass
• 9th graders are together.
• Upper grade orchestras are by audition and/or director approval
• Orchestra class meets 2 to 5 times per week depending on the ensemble and is part of the students regular class schedule
• Individual or small group lessons during the day – pull out of classes
• Other ensembles may be available