Howard Middle School Orchestra
Rachael A. Smith, Director
School Phone 478-779-3500
Dear Parent or Guardian,
I have talked with ______and think he/she should try the
(student’s name)
______. Size of instrument needed ______.
(Instrument)
Music Instrument Dealers
Ronald Sachs Violins
Ronaldsachs.com (Can rent online)
2001 Commerce Drive N, Peachtree City
(770) 703-4914
3100 Roswell Rd, Marietta
(770) 485-8814
Open Tuesday – Saturday 11 – 6 PM
Young America Music
6361 Zebulon Rd.
(478) 474-4264
Shar Music
www.sharmusic.com
1-800-248-7427
Your Student will need these items to participate in orchestra class:
Violins and Violas
Instrument
Rosin
Shoulder rest – size ______
Cleaning cloth
Optional: stand
Cellos and Basses
Instrument
Rosin
End pin stop
Cleaning cloth
Optional: stand
Beginning Sixth and Eighth Graders: Method Book: Essential Elements for Strings (2000), Book #1 for your instrument (orange)
Intermediate/Advanced Seventh and Eighth Graders: Method Book: Essential Elements for Strings (2000), Book #2 for your instrument (purple)
Your student will need the above equipment and supplies for class to begin by ______.
**Students should rent or purchase instruments if financially able. If you are unable, please send a note to Ms. Smith as soon as possible.**
**Please do not buy an instrument on eBay, Amazon or other a website not recommended by me. If you have questions regarding an instrument, please contact me directly via phone or email.** Parents and guardians, please encourage your child to practice daily.