conducive to stimulating creativity and positive attitudes about the performance BSIS Orchestra and enjoyment of music. Music is a transmission of culture, and it is with this in mind that, through learning basic 2020—2021 performance skills on an instrument, the orchestra program attempts to develop a Handbook lifelong appreciation for the value of music. This two-year program is designed to foster a basic understanding and appreciation for music, as well as provide the necessary skills to allow Hello, Beech Springs Orchestra Family! students to continue participation in I look forward to teaching the 5th and 6th grade orchestra classes and orchestra through middle school, high watching their musical skills develop. school, and college. Your investment, time, effort, and energy can produce a lifetime of wonderful memories and musical enjoyment. Students will learn to: READ and NOTATE music. ANALYZE and EVALUATE music and musical performances. WEBSITE: bsisorchestra.weebly.com PERFORM on their instrument alone and within the orchestra. UNDERSTAND and APPRECIATE various styles of Lori P. Robertson music by studying its history, Orchestra Director context, and relationship to other art forms. lori.robertson@spart5.net BSIS: (864) 949-7600
Instrument, bow Rosin Cleaning cloth
Students will take their instruments 3-ring
Supplies for class and supplies home every day. binder They will need these for distance learning at home. Highlighter Students will not be allowed to share Paper supplies. Students must have their own Pencil supplies every day in class. Shoulder Essential Elements for Students will not use orchestra lockers while Rest: violins Strings 2000, Book 1 we are on a hybrid schedule or at home with and violas virtual classes. 3 How do I get an instrument? You rent your instrument through the school. 1 Advantage: Lower monthly payments You rent your instrument 2 through a local store. Disadvantages: Instruments are usually You have your own older and more worn out. instrument. Very limited. Advantages: You are renting to own, so the instrument will be yours one day. The instrument belongs to the school. You bought it High quality instruments - or - Yearly recurring fee of $100, which may You are borrowing it. be paid all at once or in payments. Insurance ********************************* Disadvantage: Higher monthly payments (but only until it’s paid off) A rental contract must be completed and returned with an initial payment of $25 before a student will receive an instrument. Where do I get music supplies and instruments? *********************************
Music & Arts Bernhardt
Spartanburg House of Violins 864-595-1116 Greenville, 864-282-8887 musicarts.com www.bernhardtviolins.com
Shar music.co LOST or STOLEN INSTRUMENTS Neither the orchestra program, the school district, nor the director is responsible for student-owned or rented instruments and materials that are lost or stolen. Each parent and student is responsible for recording the instrument’s serial number at home, and each student is responsible for making sure his or her instrument is always taken home at the end of the school day. Parents who rent their child’s instrument from a music store or from the NO VSO ! school instrument inventory are strongly encouraged to purchase insurance on the instrument. Parents who purchase an instrument (Violin – Shaped Object) are recommended to check with their home- owner’s insurance policy regarding potential loss Quality makes a HUGE difference or theft of that instrument during the school day. to the sound of the instrument Instruments left overnight are the responsibility of the student. and the success of the player. Please do not buy from eBay. Many inexpensive and poor quality instruments are online. GRADING School Rules 50% Daily participation 30% Tests Behave Respectfully 20% Assignments
discipline policies Hold Yourself Accountable 3. PowerSchool for grades will also be followed. BSIS Orchestra Concerts Due to COVID-19, we will not have any concerts in 2020.
Stay tuned for possible virtual performances!
Monday, May 17, 2021 at 6:00 p.m.
Spring Orchestra Concert District 5 Fine Arts Center This concert will feature the Beech Springs 5th and 6th grade orchestras. All orchestra students are required to perform in their concert uniforms (black & white). Students should arrive by 5:30 to prepare for the performance. Family and friends are welcome to attend. Admission is free and open to the public.
Important Note
Participation in concerts is All students necessary to the success of our orchestra. are required Students will receive THREE test grades for participation in to perform in each concert. Concert Uniforms for May 17 our concerts! Make every possible effort to perform. Make-up assignments Students must wear a solid will be given only in cases of white shirt, solid black emergency. pants, and solid black shoes. Student Name: ________________________________________ Student signature:___________________
Do you have internet access at home? Yes, we do No, we do NOT
Please list any medical conditions, allergies, or health concerns here: None _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________
Please check one: Student owns instrument. Student rents instrument from store. Store name______________________________
Student rents instrument from school. Please sign and return the School Rental Contract.
______$100 paid in full or $______ partial payment/deposit * Make checks payable to BSIS. Please note that this is by need and on a first come, first serve basis.
Students renting a school instrument will receive their instrument after turning in this page, the Rental Instrument Form, and a first payment of $25.
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