Dear
3rd Grade Parent,
Welcome
to the Sawmill Orchestra Family!
Learning to play a musical
instrument and acquiring the unique habits that come with it is one of the most
incredible opportunities that our school can offer your child.
The instrument that will be
placed in your child’s hands has the power to transform their lives in ways
that no other endeavor can. In addition to musical accomplishments, this year
your child will learn to:
- Be patient and persistent
with difficult tasks
- Delay gratification by working
in order to sound better
- Learn to support peers
and cooperate in a group for a common goal
- Develop curiosity,
problem solve, and cultivate grit!
You play a vital
role in the musical education of your child, and you can be successful at
this even if you don’t believe yourself to be musical! Supporting your child’s musical education at
home is easy and fun! Follow the steps
below:
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Establish an at
home practice schedule/routine. Be sure
to sign weekly log!
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Provide a
practice area free from distractions. 15
minutes/4 times a week
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Check your
child’s orchestra binder weekly for important information
At the beginning
of every school year I am not only passionate about growing a new
generation of musicians, and music lovers, I am determined to arm our children
with the tools to become great thinkers, citizens, and lifelong lovers of
learning.
Attached you
will find information regarding lessons, orchestra, home practice, instrument
rental, and supplies needed for the program.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
I am looking
forward to what I know will be a transformative experience for you and your
child.
Musically yours,
Bonnie Foti,
Orchestra Director
[email protected] or 631-858-3650