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August

Welcome Message!
Welcome!

Thank you for visiting the FPS Orchestra Website.

We are so very glad to have you as a part of our wonderful FPS Orchestra family this year!
This is our primary location for posting info and communication for parents, students, and community. 

We are working diligently to prepare for students and classes this fall. Classes will be live this year for all students.
We will continue to utilize Google Classroom for assignments and class specific announcements. 
Rehearsals will be all together but students will use Essential Elements Interactive & Smart Music for practice on music and material at home. 

The Virtual Learning Links on this web-page will include resources for students and parents to provide extra recourses for practice and learning outside of the regular classroom.  

Below are several links for getting started. These include links for instruments, supplies & method books.

First Days of Classes: 


Students will not need to bring instruments on the first day of classes both at Jr. High School Schools and at FHS.

7th Grade Beginning Orchestra students will not need to begin bringing their instruments to class until later in the week or at the start of the second week of school.

8th Grade Intermediate Orchestra students will also not need their instruments until after the first few days of classes.

9th - 12th Grade FHS Orchestra students will not bring instruments on the first day of class. All orchestra students will receive a locker that they will use to store their instrument during the first week before you will bring your instrument. 

If you have your instrument ready early, that is  great. You do not need to wait to get your instrument and supplies. Try to get them as soon as possible (some items may take time to ship or be in-stock). Contact your orchestra teacher if you need some help or have any questions.  

There are regular updates and posts being made to the website, so please check back regularly!
WJHS & RJHS Beginning Orchestra Class Info & Supplies

WOODLAND & RAMAY
Beginner Class Supplies & Method Books
​(each student will need have THEIR own book & supplies)

  • 7th Beg. Orch Book
  • Supplies List (Beg. 7th Grade)
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New Orchestra Student Info Page
Class Supplies List Beg. 7th Grade (Google Doc link)
Beginning Orchestra 7th Grade Students:
Purchase at your local instrument shop or click below to  order online!
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EE Book 1 (Amazon)
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EE Book 1 (SWS)
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EE Book 1 (Shar)
Sizing for an Instrument
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Violin EE Book 1
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Viola EE Book 1
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Cello EE Book 1
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Bass EE Book 1
School Instrument Usage: 
We have a limited number of school instruments that can be loaned to a student based on need and availability.
We ask that before requesting to use a school instrument that parents first check about getting your own instrument as there are many cheaper alternatives to purchasing an instrument that can make it possible to get your own instrument easily and upgrade as you grow or improve.
There is a very significant positive impact on the level of commitment in learning when a student has their own instrument. Students that have their own good quality instruments are more likely to take ownership for their learning, practice to progress more quickly, and be more motivated to continue playing long term. 

Every student will need an instrument at home to practice and complete assignments:
Violin and Viola: This will be the same instrument that you use in class (traditional/hybrid/virtual).

Cello & Bass: You will have your personal instrument that is for home practice (and concerts) and you will use a school instrument in class (Traditional/Hybrid). Cello students who wish to play their personal instrument in class may do so as long as you have a way to safely bring it back and forth from home to school (the bus is not a very safe mode of transport for larger instruments). 

Please use the links above to find teacher approved instrument shops both locally and online.

​We want to help make sure that every child who is motivated to learn a stringed instrument and wishes to join the orchestra is able to do so. 
Please contact your orchestra teacher if you have any questions or need help! 
New Orchestra Student Info Page
Sizing for an instrument
WJHS & RJHS Intermediate Orchestra Class Info & Supplies
Intermediate Orchestra 8th Grade Students:
Purchase at your local instrument shop or click below to  order online!
Class Supplies List 8th Grade Intermediate Orchestra Students
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Violin EE Book 2
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Viola EE Book 2
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Cello EE Book 2
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Bass EE Book 2
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EE Book 2 (Amazon)
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EE Book 2 (SWS)
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EE Book 2 (Shar)
FHS Advanced-Intermediate (9TH Grade) Orchestra Class Info & Supplies

FHS Orchestras
9th Grade Class Supplies & Method Books​
​(each student will need to have THEIR own supplies)
(FHS 9th Grade orchestra students will need to purchase a hardcopy of "Essential Technique for Strings" (EE Book 3)

  • 9th/10th Grade Inter-Advanced Method Book
  • Class Supplies Checklist (Inter-Advanced 9th/10th Grades)
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Intermediate-Advanced Orchestra 9th/10th Grade:
Purchase at your local instrument shop or click below to  order online!
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Violin EE Book 3
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Viola EE Book 3
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Cello EE Book 3
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Bass EE Book 3
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EE Book 2 (Amazon)
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EE Book 2 (SWS)
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EE Book 2 (Shar)

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We may also use SMART MUSIC to access materials
School Instrument Usage: 
We have a limited number of school instruments that can be loaned to a student based on need and availability.
We ask that before requesting to use a school instrument that parents first check about getting your own instrument as there are many cheaper alternatives to purchasing an instrument that can make it possible to get your own instrument easily and upgrade as you grow or improve.
There is a very significant positive impact on the level of commitment in learning when a student has their own instrument. Students that have their own good quality instruments are more likely to take ownership for their learning, practice to progress more quickly, and be more motivated to continue playing long term. 

Every student will need an instrument at home to practice and complete assignments:
Violin and Viola: This will be the same instrument that you use in class (traditional/hybrid/virtual).

Cello & Bass: You will have your personal instrument that is for home practice (and concerts) and you will use a school instrument in class (Traditional/Hybrid). Cello students who wish to play their personal instrument in class may do so as long as you have a way to safely bring it back and forth from home to school (the bus is not a very safe mode of transport for larger instruments). 

Please use the links above to find teacher approved instrument shops both locally and online.

​We want to help make sure that every child who is motivated to learn a stringed instrument and wishes to join the orchestra is able to do so. 
Please contact your orchestra teacher if you have any questions or need help! 
FHS Advanced (10TH & 11TH & 12TH) Orchestra Class Info & Supplies

FHS Orchestras
10th, 11th, 12th Grade Class Supplies & Method Books
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​(EACH student will need to have THEIR own supplies)
(10th, 11th, 12th students will also need to purchase a hard copy of "Habits of a Successful String Musician")

  • 10th/11th/12th Upper Advanced Method Book
  • Class Supplies Checklist (Upper Advanced 10th/11th/12th Grades)
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Advanced Orchestra 10th/11th/12th Grades:
Purchase at your local instrument shop or click below to  order online!
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Violin EE Book 2
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Viola EE Book 2
Picture
Cello EE Book 2
Picture
Bass EE Book 2
Picture
EE Book 2 (Amazon)
Picture
EE Book 2 (SWS)
Picture
EE Book 2 (Shar)
School Instrument Usage: 
We have a limited number of school instruments that can be loaned to a student based on need and availability.
We ask that before requesting to use a school instrument that parents first check about getting your own instrument as there are many cheaper alternatives to purchasing an instrument that can make it possible to get your own instrument easily and upgrade as you grow or improve.
There is a very significant positive impact on the level of commitment in learning when a student has their own instrument. Students that have their own good quality instruments are more likely to take ownership for their learning, practice to progress more quickly, and be more motivated to continue playing long term. 

Every student will need an instrument at home to practice and complete assignments:
Violin and Viola: This will be the same instrument that you use in class (traditional/hybrid/virtual).

Cello & Bass: You will have your personal instrument that is for home practice (and concerts) and you will use a school instrument in class (Traditional/Hybrid). Cello students who wish to play their personal instrument in class may do so as long as you have a way to safely bring it back and forth from home to school (the bus is not a very safe mode of transport for larger instruments). 

Please use the links above to find teacher approved instrument shops both locally and online.

​We want to help make sure that every child who is motivated to learn a stringed instrument and wishes to join the orchestra is able to do so. 
Please contact your orchestra teacher if you have any questions or need help! 

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We may also use SMART MUSIC to access materials
All-Region
ALL-REGION SIGN-UP & INFO 
(CLICK HERE)
Student Practice Links & Resources

 Orchestra Links & Resources

New Orchestra Student Info Page
Practice Resources
Calendar

FHS ORCHESTRAS


JR. HIGH ORCHESTRAS

Orchestra Handbook / Syllabus
Parents be sure to complete & digitally sign the online permission forms by clicking the button below!
Fps Orchestras Handbook links 2022-23 Links
​&
​Field ​Trip Permission form ​
​(Complete the Google Form Here)
Blast From The Past (Videos & Awards 2021-22)
BLAST FROM THE PAST
- Check out some highlights below -

WJHS Orchestra Spring Strings ​​2021

Region, State, & Assessment 2020-21

FHS Spring Strings Live Stream 2021

FPS Orchestras Concert ​2020-21

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  • FPS ORCHESTRAS
    • Winter Strings 2022
    • Monster Mash 2022
    • SR. HIGH ORCHESTRAS >
      • FHS ORCHESTRA
      • CHAMBER ORCHESTRA
    • JR. HIGH ORCHESTRAS >
      • RAMAY ORCHESTRAS
      • WOODLAND ORCHESTRAS
  • Virtual Learning
    • PASS-OFFS
    • Practice Tools
    • Scales
    • Sight Reading
    • Theory & Terms
    • Tuning
    • Vibrato
  • Region/State Info
    • All-Region Symphonic - Set 1
    • All-Region Symphonic - Set 2
    • All-Region Symphonic - Set 3
    • All Region Concert Even Year
    • All-Region Concert Odd Year
    • All-Region Cadet All Years
  • Beginners
    • Please fill out the Online Orchestra Contact & Info Form
  • Calendar & Links
    • CALENDAR
    • Instruments & Class Supplies
    • Contact
    • August 2022
    • September 2022
    • ARCHIVES Home Page >
      • FPS ORCHESTRAS 2021-22