STRINGS ORCHESTRA I–Course No. 0673 (full year) Grade Placement: 6

This class is designed for those students who are interested in learning to play a string instrument (violin, viola, cello, or bass) and for students who wish to reinforce skills learned in fifth grade strings. This class is open to all students. Assistance will be provided in initial selection and procurement of instruments. No musical experience is necessary.

STRINGS ORCHESTRA II/Intermediate–Course No. 0674, 0791 (full year) Grade Placement: 7,8

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation / Audition – This class is designed for students who have a year or more of playing experience. These orchestra students will have the opportunity to perform and compete as individuals and as a group in various concerts and competitions on and off campus. Students must provide their own instruments. Basses and some cellos are available through the district.

STRINGS ORCHESTRA III/Advanced–Course No. 0792, 0483 (full year) Grade Placement: 7,8

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation / Audition – This course is offered to those students who wish to study orchestra literature and who have attained a certain level of performance capability. Members of this organization perform at UIL competitions and concerts, and should be prepared to spend some time outside of the school day preparing for those performances. In most cases, students will need to provide their own instruments and transportation.

 

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