The 8th grade orchestra is our advanced level ensemble at Crestdale Middle School.This orchestra is open only to students who were in the 6th AND 7th grade orchestra, or by director permission in the case of students who have taken private lessons.The required materials for this class are:
The required materials for this class are (each underlined item is a link to those items)
Habits of a Middle Level String Musician, for their instrument
Instrument (some larger instruments are provided)
Shoulder Rest for Violinists and Violists
End Pin Anchor for Cello/Bass
Rosin
Pencil
Music Folder (provided)
One pack of Strings for your personal instrument
(Cello and Bass strings will be provided for school owned instruments)
Encouraged Supplies:
Music Stand
Tuner/Metronome
Upgraded Bow
Better Strings
Recommended Brands:
Instruments: This is the point where the student might start to outgrow their beginner instrument. An upgraded instrument will make playing music much more enjoyable. Some instruments to look at are: Knilling, Franz Hoffman, Scherl and Roth, Glaesal. Please contact me before buying an instrument that you think is a "great deal." In the orchestral string world, you really do get what you pay for!!
Rosin: Any rosin will do for this level of student. I recommend the D'Adarrio Light Rosin though, as it is farily cheap but still held in high regard in its quality.
Strings: While I still recommend the D'Addario Preludes for this level of student, it is time to start thinking about getting better strings. Better strings will allow for better sound, tone, intonation, projection, etc. Again, the D'Addario Preludes are very high quality for the price, but something like D'Addario Helicore or Thomastik Dominant is a better choice for the student who is very involved with orchestra.
Shoulder Rests: Shoulder rests are a must for Violinists and Violists. These items will help to promote proper positioning of their instrument and set them up for proper techniques later in life. Try to take your child's instrument to the store and ask to try a few out for the best fit. Look for enough padding such as the Kun brand as well as Everest as well as enough curve and height. The store should be able to help you find one that fits your child.
If you have any questions about these materials, feel free to contact me using the form below.
The required materials for this class are (each underlined item is a link to those items)
Habits of a Middle Level String Musician, for their instrument
Instrument (some larger instruments are provided)
Shoulder Rest for Violinists and Violists
End Pin Anchor for Cello/Bass
Rosin
Pencil
Music Folder (provided)
One pack of Strings for your personal instrument
(Cello and Bass strings will be provided for school owned instruments)
Encouraged Supplies:
Music Stand
Tuner/Metronome
Upgraded Bow
Better Strings
Recommended Brands:
Instruments: This is the point where the student might start to outgrow their beginner instrument. An upgraded instrument will make playing music much more enjoyable. Some instruments to look at are: Knilling, Franz Hoffman, Scherl and Roth, Glaesal. Please contact me before buying an instrument that you think is a "great deal." In the orchestral string world, you really do get what you pay for!!
Rosin: Any rosin will do for this level of student. I recommend the D'Adarrio Light Rosin though, as it is farily cheap but still held in high regard in its quality.
Strings: While I still recommend the D'Addario Preludes for this level of student, it is time to start thinking about getting better strings. Better strings will allow for better sound, tone, intonation, projection, etc. Again, the D'Addario Preludes are very high quality for the price, but something like D'Addario Helicore or Thomastik Dominant is a better choice for the student who is very involved with orchestra.
Shoulder Rests: Shoulder rests are a must for Violinists and Violists. These items will help to promote proper positioning of their instrument and set them up for proper techniques later in life. Try to take your child's instrument to the store and ask to try a few out for the best fit. Look for enough padding such as the Kun brand as well as Everest as well as enough curve and height. The store should be able to help you find one that fits your child.
If you have any questions about these materials, feel free to contact me using the form below.
