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THE FAYETTEVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
​ORCHESTRA  
PROGRAM

Events & Announcements:
Scroll down by month for events & announcements during the school year (you can also click on the tabs above).

May


May Info & Events:
​(Click Below to View Tabs)

End of Year Instrument Directions

​Make sure you complete the online Check-in
Survey and return your school instrument by 5/20!

If you will be in class in the fall you do not need to bring your instrument in, you just complete the Summer Check-out Survey!
 

You do not need to do complete forms if you have your own personal instrument!

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End of the Year Direction Form
(CLICK ​HERE)
End of the Year Instrument Directions Form 2022
Chamber Music Recital
(Solo & Ensemble)
Chamber Music
​
Click to View, Practice, & Print Music

​(Use class code to sign-in)


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STUDENT & PARENT INFO SHEET
​(CLICK HERE)
Spring Strings Concerts 2022
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FHS Student & Parent Info Sheet
​(Click Here)
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Jr. High Student & Parent Info Sheet
​(Click Here)
Summer Strings Camps
We are nearing the end of the 2021-22 school year!
Here a few fun events and concerts coming up:


Upcoming Jr. High School Orchestra Events & Performances:
  • 4/29 - SoNA Field trip - Fri. (during school)  11 am  (leave at 10:00 am on the bus, load from Orch. Room) (attend a concert for the Symphony of Northwest Arkansas)
  • 5/2 - FHS Spring Strings Concert - Mon. (after school) 7:00 pm COME WATCH! - PAC Doors open @ 6:30pm - Concert begins @ 7 pm
  • 5/12 - Jr. High Spring Strings Concert - Thurs. (after school) 6:00 pm Warm-up & Pre-Concert Rehearsal FHS PAC (6:00 pm) - PAC Doors open for audience @ 6:30pm - Concert begins @ 7 pm
  • 5/16 - Solo & Ensemble / Chamber Music Recital  Mon. (after school) 6:00 pm Recital in the FHS Cafeteria (arrive @ 6:00. Concert starts at 6:30 pm)
  • ​
 You can also check Calendar or the Student Handbook for other Concert and Event Dates (Click Here)


Upcoming High School Orchestra Events & Performances:
  • 4/29 - SoNA Field trip - Fri. (during school)  11 am (leave at 10:00 am on the bus, load from Orch. Room) (attend a concert for the Symphony of Northwest Arkansas)
  • 5/2 - Spring Strings Concert - Mon. (after school) 5:30 pm Warm-up & Pre-Concert Rehearsal FHS PAC (5:30pm) - PAC Doors open @ 6:30pm - Concert begins @ 7 pm
  • 5/16 - Solo & Ensemble / Chamber Music Recital  Mon. (after school)- 6:00 pm Recital in the FHS Cafeteria (arrive @ 6:00 starts at 6:30 pm)
  • 5/19 - Graduation Ceremony (TBA) (after school) 5:00 pm - meet in the Orchestra Room after school and we will go together down to the Baum Walker Stadium 

*5/24 - Chamber Orchestra Only gig- May 24th, (after school) 5:30 pm FPS Ceremony @ FHS (food after school at set up 5:00 pm)

 You can also check Calendar or the Student Handbook for other Concert and Event Dates (Click Here)

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Also, be sure you are signed up for orchestra next year!!!
We have more fun events and concerts planned for 2022-23!!!!

​
 You can also check Calendar or the Student Handbook for other Concert and Event Dates (Click Here)
​
May Monthly Message
We are coming up on the end of the 2021-22 school year!
We still have a few fun events and concerts coming up:



Upcoming Jr. High School Orchestra Events & Performances:

  • 5/2 - FHS Spring Strings Concert - Mon. (after school) 7:00 pm COME WATCH! - PAC Doors open @ 6:30pm - Concert begins @ 7 pm
  • 5/12 - Jr. High Spring Strings Concert - Thurs. (after school) 6:00 pm Warm-up & Pre-Concert Rehearsal FHS PAC (6:00 pm) - PAC Doors open for audience @ 6:30pm - Concert begins @ 7 pm
  • 5/16 - Solo & Ensemble / Chamber Music Recital  Mon. (after school) 6:00 pm Recital in the FHS Cafeteria (arrive @ 6:00. Concert starts at 6:30 pm)

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Upcoming High School Orchestra Events & Performances:

  • 5/2 - Spring Strings Concert - Mon. (after school) 5:30 pm Warm-up & Pre-Concert Rehearsal FHS PAC (5:30pm) - PAC Doors open @ 6:30pm - Concert begins @ 7 pm
  • 5/16 - Solo & Ensemble / Chamber Music Recital  Mon. (after school)- 6:00 pm Recital in the FHS Cafeteria (arrive @ 6:00 starts at 6:30 pm)
  • 5/19 - Graduation Ceremony (TBA) (after school) 5:00 pm - meet in the Orchestra Room after school and we will go together down to the Baum Walker Stadium 

*5/24 - Chamber Orchestra Only gig- May 24th, (after school) 5:30 pm FPS Ceremony @ FHS (food after school at set up 5:00 pm)

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Also, be sure you are signed up for orchestra next year!!!
We have more fun events and concerts planned for 2022-23!!!!



CAPS Registration. 
You do not need to do auditions.
Just make sure you have Orchestra marked on your CAPS registration form for next year!  : )



Middle School Visits (Instrument Petting Zoo & Sizings)
Current 6th Graders YOU CAN STILL JOIN ORCHESTRA! 
Just Add ORCHESTRA as your choice in the CAPS App 

Be sure to let your counselor and parents know that you want to be in orchestra!
We can still have your join the class and play in orchestra even if we didn't get to meet with you at your middle school.




6th Grade / Rising 7th Grade CAPS INFO

ORCHESTRA
6th Grade (Rising 7th Grade) CAPS

Click Here!!!

Current 6th Graders YOU CAN STILL JOIN ORCHESTRA! 
Just Add ORCHESTRA as your choice in the CAPS App 

Be sure to let your parents & school counselor know that you want to be in orchestra!
We can still have your join the class and play in orchestra even if we didn't get to meet with you at your middle school.

ALL ​Orchestra Instrument DEMOS
(Click here to View VIdeos)

​Orchestra Instrument Introductions


VIOLIN

​CELLO


​VIOLA



BASS

​Orchestra Instrument Introductions


VIOLIN

​CELLO


​VIOLA



BASS

FPS ORCHESTRA CONCERTS
(You can view in YOUTUBE if video doesn't play on webpage)

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Chamber Music / Solo & Ensemble Recital 
​
ALL FPS ORCHESTRAS:
Solo & Ensemble Recital is May 16th 
​
Concert Dress is Formal Attire & Performance is for students who are selected from the in class performance scores.
Location is: FHS Cafeteria
Use the 8notes website & login from google classroom to choose your music, print, & practice!!

https://www.8notes.com/
​
 You can also check Calendar or the Student Handbook for other Concert and Event Dates (Click Here)

 ​​

Student Practice Links & Resources

 Orchestra Links & Resources

New Orchestra Student Info Page
Practice Resources
Calendar

ALL FPS ORCHESTRAS


STUDENT HANDBOOK
FHS Orchestra Handbook
​(Class Syllabus)
​2021-22
Ramay & Woodland Junior High
​Orchestra Handbook
​2021-22


April


April Info & Events:
​(Click Below to View Tabs)

Spring Strings Concerts 2022
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FHS Student & Parent Info Sheet
​(Click Here)
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Summer Strings Camps
We are nearing the end of the 2021-22 school year!
Here a few fun events and concerts coming up:


Upcoming Jr. High School Orchestra Events & Performances:
  • 4/29 - SoNA Field trip - Fri. (during school)  11 am  (leave at 10:00 am on the bus, load from Orch. Room) (attend a concert for the Symphony of Northwest Arkansas)
  • 5/2 - FHS Spring Strings Concert - Mon. (after school) 7:00 pm COME WATCH! - PAC Doors open @ 6:30pm - Concert begins @ 7 pm
  • 5/12 - Jr. High Spring Strings Concert - Thurs. (after school) 6:00 pm Warm-up & Pre-Concert Rehearsal FHS PAC (6:00 pm) - PAC Doors open for audience @ 6:30pm - Concert begins @ 7 pm
  • 5/16 - Solo & Ensemble / Chamber Music Recital  Mon. (after school) 6:00 pm Recital in the FHS Cafeteria (arrive @ 6:00. Concert starts at 6:30 pm)
  • ​
 You can also check Calendar or the Student Handbook for other Concert and Event Dates (Click Here)


Upcoming High School Orchestra Events & Performances:
  • 4/29 - SoNA Field trip - Fri. (during school)  11 am (leave at 10:00 am on the bus, load from Orch. Room) (attend a concert for the Symphony of Northwest Arkansas)
  • 5/2 - Spring Strings Concert - Mon. (after school) 5:30 pm Warm-up & Pre-Concert Rehearsal FHS PAC (5:30pm) - PAC Doors open @ 6:30pm - Concert begins @ 7 pm
  • 5/16 - Solo & Ensemble / Chamber Music Recital  Mon. (after school)- 6:00 pm Recital in the FHS Cafeteria (arrive @ 6:00 starts at 6:30 pm)
  • 5/19 - Graduation Ceremony (TBA) (after school) 5:00 pm - meet in the Orchestra Room after school and we will go together down to the Baum Walker Stadium 

*5/24 - Chamber Orchestra Only gig- May 24th, (after school) 5:30 pm FPS Ceremony @ FHS (food after school at set up 5:00 pm)

 You can also check Calendar or the Student Handbook for other Concert and Event Dates (Click Here)

---------

Also, be sure you are signed up for orchestra next year!!!
We have more fun events and concerts planned for 2022-23!!!!

​
 You can also check Calendar or the Student Handbook for other Concert and Event Dates (Click Here)
​
Chamber Music Recital
(Solo & Ensemble)
Chamber Music
​
Click to View, Practice, & Print Music

​(Use class code to sign-in)


8 Notes.com
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CAPS!
You do not need to do auditions for next year Orchestra!
Just make sure you have Orchestra marked on the CAPS registration form for next year!  : )


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Middle School Visits (Instrument Petting Zoo & Sizings) were in March,  however...
​No Problem if you couldn't make it!

Current 6th Graders / Rising 7th Graders
YOU CAN STILL JOIN ORCHESTRA! 
Just Add ORCHESTRA as your choice in the CAPS App 

Be sure to let your counselor and parents know that you want to be in orchestra!
We can still have your join the class and play in orchestra even if we didn't get to meet with you at your middle school.
April Monthly Message
We are coming up on the end of the 2021-22 school year!
We still have a few fun events and concerts coming up:


Upcoming Jr. High School Orchestra Events & Performances:

  • 4/29 - SoNA Field trip - Fri. (during school)  11 am  (leave at 10:00 am on the bus, load from Orch. Room) (attend a concert for the Symphony of Northwest Arkansas)
  • 5/2 - FHS Spring Strings Concert - Mon. (after school) 7:00 pm COME WATCH! - PAC Doors open @ 6:30pm - Concert begins @ 7 pm
  • 5/12 - Jr. High Spring Strings Concert - Thurs. (after school) 6:00 pm Warm-up & Pre-Concert Rehearsal FHS PAC (6:00 pm) - PAC Doors open for audience @ 6:30pm - Concert begins @ 7 pm
  • 5/16 - Solo & Ensemble / Chamber Music Recital  Mon. (after school) 6:00 pm Recital in the FHS Cafeteria (arrive @ 6:00. Concert starts at 6:30 pm)

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Upcoming High School Orchestra Events & Performances:

  • 4/29 - SoNA Field trip - Fri. (during school)  11 am (leave at 10:00 am on the bus, load from Orch. Room) (attend a concert for the Symphony of Northwest Arkansas)
  • 5/2 - Spring Strings Concert - Mon. (after school) 5:30 pm Warm-up & Pre-Concert Rehearsal FHS PAC (5:30pm) - PAC Doors open @ 6:30pm - Concert begins @ 7 pm
  • 5/16 - Solo & Ensemble / Chamber Music Recital  Mon. (after school)- 6:00 pm Recital in the FHS Cafeteria (arrive @ 6:00 starts at 6:30 pm)
  • 5/19 - Graduation Ceremony (TBA) (after school) 5:00 pm - meet in the Orchestra Room after school and we will go together down to the Baum Walker Stadium 

*5/24 - Chamber Orchestra Only gig- May 24th, (after school) 5:30 pm FPS Ceremony @ FHS (food after school at set up 5:00 pm)

---------

Also, be sure you are signed up for orchestra next year!!!
We have more fun events and concerts planned for 2022-23!!!!



CAPS Registration. 
You do not need to do auditions.
Just make sure you have Orchestra marked on your CAPS registration form for next year!  : )



Middle School Visits (Instrument Petting Zoo & Sizings)
Current 6th Graders YOU CAN STILL JOIN ORCHESTRA! 
Just Add ORCHESTRA as your choice in the CAPS App 

Be sure to let your counselor and parents know that you want to be in orchestra!
We can still have your join the class and play in orchestra even if we didn't get to meet with you at your middle school.




6th Grade / Rising 7th Grade CAPS INFO

ORCHESTRA
6th Grade (Rising 7th Grade) CAPS

Click Here!!!

Current 6th Graders YOU CAN STILL JOIN ORCHESTRA! 
Just Add ORCHESTRA as your choice in the CAPS App 

Be sure to let your parents & school counselor know that you want to be in orchestra!
We can still have your join the class and play in orchestra even if we didn't get to meet with you at your middle school.

ALL ​Orchestra Instrument DEMOS
(Click here to View VIdeos)

​Orchestra Instrument Introductions


VIOLIN

​CELLO


​VIOLA



BASS

​Orchestra Instrument Introductions


VIOLIN

​CELLO


​VIOLA



BASS

FPS ORCHESTRA CONCERTS
(You can view in YOUTUBE if video doesn't play on webpage)

​
Click to set custom HTML
Click to set custom HTML
Chamber Music / Solo & Ensemble Recital 
​
ALL FPS ORCHESTRAS:
Solo & Ensemble Recital is May 16th 
​
Concert Dress is Formal Attire & Performance is for students who are selected from the in class performance scores.
Location is: FHS Cafeteria
Use the 8notes website & login from google classroom to choose your music, print, & practice!!

https://www.8notes.com/
​
 You can also check Calendar or the Student Handbook for other Concert and Event Dates (Click Here)

 ​​

Student Practice Links & Resources

 Orchestra Links & Resources

New Orchestra Student Info Page
Practice Resources
Calendar

ALL FPS ORCHESTRAS


STUDENT HANDBOOK
FHS Orchestra Handbook
​(Class Syllabus)
​2021-22
Ramay & Woodland Junior High
​Orchestra Handbook
​2021-22


March


March Info & Events:
​(Click Below to View Tabs)


ORCHESTRA
6th Grade (Rising 7th Grade) CAPS

Click Here!!!

Current 6th Graders YOU CAN STILL JOIN ORCHESTRA! 
Just Add ORCHESTRA as your choice in the CAPS App 

Be sure to let your parents & school counselor know that you want to be in orchestra!
We can still have your join the class and play in orchestra even if we didn't get to meet with you at your middle school.

ALL ​Orchestra Instrument DEMOS
(Click here to View VIdeos)

​Orchestra Instrument Introductions


VIOLIN

​CELLO


​VIOLA



BASS

​Orchestra Instrument Introductions


VIOLIN

​CELLO


​VIOLA



BASS

FPS ORCHESTRA CONCERTS
(You can view in YOUTUBE if video doesn't play on webpage)
CAPS is starting!
You do not need to do auditions for next year Orchestra.
Just make sure you have Orchestra marked on your CAPS registration form for next year!  : )


--------------------

Middle School Visits (Instrument Petting Zoo & Sizings)
Current 6th Graders YOU CAN STILL JOIN ORCHESTRA! 
Just Add ORCHESTRA as your choice in the CAPS App 

Be sure to let your counselor and parents know that you want to be in orchestra!
We can still have your join the class and play in orchestra even if we didn't get to meet with you at your middle school.


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​

ALL FPS ORCHESTRAS:
Solo & Ensemble Recital is April 14th 
​
Concert Dress is Formal Attire & Performance is for students who are selected from the in class performance scores.

Use the 8notes website & login from google classroom to choose your music, print, & practice!!

https://www.8notes.com/
​
 You can also check Calendar or the Student Handbook for other Concert and Event Dates (Click Here)
​
March Monthly Message
CAPS is starting. 
You do not need to do auditions.
Just make sure you have Orchestra marked on your CAPS registration form for next year!  : )



Middle School Visits (Instrument Petting Zoo & Sizings)
Current 6th Graders YOU CAN STILL JOIN ORCHESTRA! 
Just Add ORCHESTRA as your choice in the CAPS App 

Be sure to let your counselor and parents know that you want to be in orchestra!
We can still have your join the class and play in orchestra even if we didn't get to meet with you at your middle school.



ALL FPS ORCHESTRAS:
Solo & Ensemble Recital is April 14th 
​
Concert Dress is Formal Attire & Performance is for students who are selected from the in class performance scores.

Use the 8notes website & login from google classroom to choose your music, print, & practice!!

https://www.8notes.com/
​
 You can also check Calendar or the Student Handbook for other Concert and Event Dates (Click Here)

E. Yale
CAPS INFO

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MIDDLE SCHOOL VISITS TO FHS PAC (CONCERTS FOR 6th Graders)
​

 ​​

Student Practice Links & Resources

 Orchestra Links & Resources

New Orchestra Student Info Page
Practice Resources
Calendar

ALL FPS ORCHESTRAS


STUDENT HANDBOOK
FHS Orchestra Handbook
​(Class Syllabus)
​2021-22
Ramay & Woodland Junior High
​Orchestra Handbook
​2021-22


February


February Info & Events:
​(Click Below to View Tabs)

CAPS is starting!
You do not need to do auditions for next year Orchestra.
Just make sure you have Orchestra marked on your CAPS registration form for next year!  : )


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All-State 2022
Auditions & Clinic are in February ​

 You can also check Calendar or the Student Handbook for other Concert and Event Dates (Click Here)
​
February Monthly Message
CAPS is starting. 
You do not need to do auditions.
Just make sure you have Orchestra marked on your CAPS registration form for next year!  : )



Middle School Visits (Instrument Petting Zoo & Sizings)
THIS HAS BEEN DELAYED TILL MARCH 
Tuesday, March 1st (McNair) & Wednesday, March 2nd (Holt) & Thursday, March 3rd (Owl Creek)
Make-up Days are on Friday, March 4th (Holt & Owl Creek) & Tuesday, March 8th (McNair)



FHS CONCERT ASSESSMENT 
MARCH 12 
​
Concert Dress is Concert Blacks & Performance is Required for a class grade.

​
 You can also check Calendar or the Student Handbook for other Concert and Event Dates (Click Here)

E. Yale

ORCHESTRA
6th Grade (Rising 7th Grade) CAPS

Click Here!!!
ALL ​Orchestra Instrument DEMOS
(Click here to View VIdeos)

​Orchestra Instrument Introductions


VIOLIN

​CELLO


​VIOLA



BASS

​Orchestra Instrument Introductions


VIOLIN

​CELLO


​VIOLA



BASS

FPS ORCHESTRA CONCERTS
(You can view in YOUTUBE if video doesn't play on webpage)
CAPS INFO

​
Click to set custom HTML
Click to set custom HTML
MIDDLE SCHOOL VISITS TO FHS PAC (CONCERTS FOR 6th Graders)
​

 ​​

Student Practice Links & Resources

 Orchestra Links & Resources

New Orchestra Student Info Page
Practice Resources
Calendar

ALL FPS ORCHESTRAS


STUDENT HANDBOOK
FHS Orchestra Handbook
​(Class Syllabus)
​2021-22
Ramay & Woodland Junior High
​Orchestra Handbook
​2021-22


January


January Info & Events:
​(Click Below to View Tabs)


ORCHESTRA
6th Grade (Rising 7th Grade) CAPS

Click Here!!!

ALL ​Orchestra Instrument DEMOS
(Click here to View VIdeos)

​Orchestra Instrument Introductions


VIOLIN

​CELLO


​VIOLA



BASS

Click Here to View INFO & DEMOS for current 6th Grade/Rising 7th Grade
CAPS is starting!
You do not need to do auditions for next year Orchestra.
Just make sure you have Orchestra marked on your CAPS registration form for next year!  : )


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All-State 2022
Auditions & Clinic are in February ​

 You can also check Calendar or the Student Handbook for other Concert and Event Dates (Click Here)
​
January Monthly Message
CAPS is starting. 
You do not need to do auditions.
Just make sure you have Orchestra marked on your CAPS registration form for next year!  : )



Middle School Visits to FHS (Performance in the PAC by FHS Orchestra) 
THIS HAS BEEN DELAYED TILL FEBRUARY (TBA)
Tuesday, Jan. 18th & Wednesday, Jan. 19th in the FHS PAC
(A
ll FHS Orchestra Students  will perform on stage).
Concert Dress is Concert Blacks & Performance is Required for a class grade.


All-State 2022
Auditions & Clinic are in February 
​

 You can also check Calendar or the Student Handbook for other Concert and Event Dates (Click Here)

E. Yale
CAPS INFO

​
Click to set custom HTML
Click to set custom HTML
MIDDLE SCHOOL VISITS TO FHS PAC (CONCERTS FOR 6th Graders)
​

 ​​

Student Practice Links & Resources

 Orchestra Links & Resources

New Orchestra Student Info Page
Practice Resources
Calendar

ALL FPS ORCHESTRAS


STUDENT HANDBOOK
FHS Orchestra Handbook
​(Class Syllabus)
​2021-22
Ramay & Woodland Junior High
​Orchestra Handbook
​2021-22


December


December Info & Events:
​(Click Below to View Tabs)

Winter Strings Concert

Thursday, Dec. 16th
@ the FHS PAC


(A
ll FPS Orchestra Students FHS & Jr. High 7th & 8th Grade students will perform on stage).
Concerts & Dress Rehearsals are Required for a class grade.

FHS Orchestra Info Sheet
​(Click to View Doc) 


Jr. High Orchestra Info​ Sheet
​(Click to View Doc)


 You can also check Calendar or the Student Handbook for other Concert and Event Dates (Click Here)
December Monthly Message
It has been a busy & fun fall semester  with our live Monster Mash Concert, In-Person All-Region Auditions, a fantastic All-Region Clinic in Rogers, & Sectionals with the SoNA Musicians! 

We now are weeks & days away from our biggest performance of the semester - The Winter Strings Concert
!

This year students from the Jr. High Schools & the High School orchestras will perform on stage at the FHS PAC from 7:00 pm on Thursday December 16th. We will also have several students from he FHS Band join us for some full orchestra pieces for this concert (Rudolf the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Hatikvah, & The Grinch). This is very exciting for the students and it will be such a treat for the audience.

The Winter Strings Concert is on Thursday, Dec. 16th at the FHS PAC
(A
ll FPS Orchestra Students FHS & Jr. High 7th & 8th Grade students will perform on stage).
Concerts & Dress Rehearsals are Required for a class grade.

FHS Orchestra Info (Click to View Doc) 

Jr. High Orchestra Info​ (Click to View Doc)


 You can also check Calendar or the Student Handbook for other Concert and Event Dates (Click Here)

E. Yale
Winter Concert Info & Schedules (Dec. 12/16)
The Winter Strings Concert is on Thursday, Dec. 16th at the FHS PAC
(A
ll FPS Orchestra Students FHS & Jr. High 7th & 8th Grade students will perform on stage).
Concerts & Dress Rehearsals are Required for a class grade.

FHS Orchestra Info Sheet
​(Click to View Doc) 


Jr. High Orchestra Info​ Sheet
​
(Click to View Doc)

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Winter Concert Music for Practice  (Dec. 12/16)
Winter Strings Concert Music:
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FHS Concert Music & Info
FHS Only:
How the Grinch Stole Christmas: (YouTube) or  (Youtube) or (YouTube)  or Strings & Percussion Only: (YouTube)
Rudolf the Red-Nosed Reindeer: (YouTube)
Hatikvah (The Hope): (JwPepper) or  (Youtube)  or    (YouTube)  or  (YouTube)
Christmas Cello-bration: (JwPepper) or  (Youtube)
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FHS Chamber Orchestra Only:
The Sleigh: (YouTube) 
​
​8th Grade & FHS:
Christmas Eve/Sarajevo 12/24:  (JwPepper)   or  (YouTube) (Tempo: quarter note = 140-150 bpm)
Dramatic Essay:   (JwPepper)  or   (YouTube)  


7th & 8th Grade Concert Music & Info
 ​​8th Grade Only:
Sinfonia in A minor: (YouTube)  (Tempo: Half Note = 85 bpm)
Frosty's Caribbean Holiday: (YouTube) or (Listen on Jwpepper) (Tempo: quarter note = 130 bpm)

7th & 8th Grade:
Secret Santa: (YouTube)  (Tempo: quarter note = 120 bpm)
Boil De Cabbage: (FPS Orchestra Website) (Tempo: quarter note = 80 bpm)

7th Grade Only:
Winter Lights: (YouTube) (Tempo: quarter note = 80 - 90 bpm)
Can Can: EE Bk1 (A unison, Repeat VLN A, VLA&CELLO&BASS B) (quarter = 90 bpm)
Frere Jacques: EE Bk1 (Unison, on Repeat Round CELLO-VLA-VLN) (quarter = 80 bpm)


Student Practice Links & Resources

 Orchestra Links & Resources

New Orchestra Student Info Page
Practice Resources
Calendar

ALL FPS ORCHESTRAS


STUDENT HANDBOOK
FHS Orchestra Handbook
​(Class Syllabus)
​2021-22
Ramay & Woodland Junior High
​Orchestra Handbook
​2021-22


November


November Info & Events:
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November Monthly Message
November is upon us already!
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​Monster Mash was loads of fun and students did a fantastic job!!
I am so glad we could have a live performance this year.

  
Students are now working on Winter Strings pieces in class this month and the next. We are also learning some new concepts and techniques and refining some old ones as well. Students will be doing some sight reading practice and refreshing their memory on the STARS system for sight reading. (S = Signatures as in Key signatures, T = Tempo & Time Signatures, A = Accidentals, R = Rhythms, & S = Symbols & the overall Roadmap of the piece). 

All-Region Orchestra Clinics are on Friday, Nov. 12th & Saturday, Nov. 13th for students who qualified at auditions. 
Please click on the links for further information (Clinics Letter) (Clinics Bus Schedule & FPS Orch. Student Info)

The Winter Strings Concert is on Thursday, Dec. 16th at the FHS PAC
(A
ll FPS Orchestra Students FHS & Jr. High 7th & 8th Grade students will perform on stage).
Concerts & Dress Rehearsals are Required for a class grade.
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 You can also check Calendar or the Student Handbook for other Concert and Event Dates (Click Here)

E. Yale
ALL-Region Clinics (Fri. 11/12 & Sat. 11/13)
All-Region Clinics Info & Schedule 
CLINIC

Qualifying STUDENTS FROM AUDiTIONs WILL ATTEND THE CLINIC:

​Friday & Saturday (11/12 & 11/13) 
(Concert Sat. Afternoon)
 

All-Region Clinic will be for the region orchestra students.
students will attend Rehearsals on Friday and Saturday with  concert for parents and public on saturday evening. 

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It is a honor and a huge recognition of ACHIEVEMENT to be selected!


All Region Letter
(From Music folders)


Bus Schedule for FPS Orchestra Students
(not staying overnight)

ALL REGION LETTER
BUS SCHEDULE
Clinics Music for Listening & Practice

CADET


CONCERT


SYMPHONIC




ALL-Region Clinics Music & Folders
(Practice the Music & Listen to the Recordings before Clinics)
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All Groups All-Region Materials
CLINICS student practice materials google drive folder
(SEPARATED By Level & by instrument)

Winter Concert Music for Practice  (Dec. 12/16)
Winter Strings Concert Music:
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FHS Concert Music & Info
FHS Only:
How the Grinch Stole Christmas: (YouTube) or  (Youtube) or (YouTube)  or Strings & Percussion Only: (YouTube)
Rudolf the Red-Nosed Reindeer: (YouTube)
Hatikvah (The Hope): (JwPepper) or  (Youtube)  or    (YouTube)  or  (YouTube)
Christmas Cello-bration: (JwPepper) or  (Youtube)
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FHS Chamber Orchestra Only:
The Sleigh: (YouTube) 
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​8th Grade & FHS:
Christmas Eve/Sarajevo 12/24:  (JwPepper)   or  (YouTube) (Tempo: quarter note = 150 bpm)
​Dramatic Essay:
   (JwPepper)  or   (YouTube)  


7th & 8th Grade Concert Music & Info
 ​​8th Grade Only:
Sinfonia in A minor: (YouTube)  (Tempo: Half Note = 85 bpm)
Frosty's Caribbean Holiday: (YouTube) or (Listen on Jwpepper) (Tempo: quarter note = 130 bpm)

7th & 8th Grade:
Secret Santa: (YouTube)  (Tempo: quarter note = 120 bpm)
Boil De Cabbage: (FPS Orchestra Website) (Tempo: quarter note = 80 bpm)

7th Grade Only:
Winter Lights: (YouTube) (Tempo: quarter note = 80 - 90 bpm)
Can Can: EE Bk1 (A unison, Repeat VLN A, VLA&CELLO&BASS B) (quarter = 90 bpm)
Frere Jacques: EE Bk1 (Unison, on Repeat Round CELLO-VLA-VLN) (quarter = 80 bpm)

Student Practice Links & Resources

 Orchestra Links & Resources

New Orchestra Student Info Page
Practice Resources
Calendar

ALL FPS ORCHESTRAS


STUDENT HANDBOOK
FHS Orchestra Handbook
​(Class Syllabus)
​2021-22
Ramay & Woodland Junior High
​Orchestra Handbook
​2021-22
All-REgion Audition Results and CONGRATULATIONS

All-Region Orchestra Audition Results​
2021​

Click Here


October


October Concerts & Events:
​(Click Below to View Tabs)

All-Region Orchestra Audition Results​
2021​

Click Here

All-Region Music & Materials
​2022 

Symphonic
​Set 3
​2022
Concert
(Even years)
​2022
Cadet
​(all years)
2022
Print parts & get a head start on next year's all-region auditions to give you the best possible chance of passing the audition!

Tips for Successful Auditions:
Practice will make a huge difference! If you know the material well you can do your best even when you are nervous.
Also, try to take lessons, listen to the music, practice with recordings/play-alongs/metronome, work on the hard parts first, play smaller sections, repeat to perfect them, and record yourself and listen back to areas you need to work on!


*Note: Symphonic All-Region Excerpt is the "Magic Flute" Mozart & 2 Etudes. 
Beethoven & Brahms excerpts are for All-State Only
October Monthly Message
It is October and the weather has finally started to cool down a bit.
​This is a time that your instrument may need a little extra maintenance when tuning as the cooler temperatures can cause pegs to slip and strings to go out of tune. If you have a string or peg loose be sure to have your teacher adjust it for you if you are a beginner or are not comfortable adjusting it yourself without breaking a string. 
  
Students have been working on the Monster Mash and All-Region Music this past month and are really starting to get it down!! It is always so satisfying to see the progress in class and we are looking forward to performance and auditions later this month.

The Monster Mash Fall Concert is on Monday, October 25th at the FHS PAC (FHS & Jr. High 8th Grade students will perform on stage and 7th Grade students will attend the performance).
Performers will arrive at 5:30pm to rehearse and warm-up.
The doors open to the PAC at 6:30 for audience members and the concert begins at 7:00pm.

All-Region Orchestra Auditions are on Saturday, October 30th. 
Please see the link for sign-up and further information (Click Here)

 You can also check Calendar or the Student Handbook for other Concert and Event Dates (Click Here)

E. Yale
ALL-Region Auditions (Sat. 10/30)
All-Region Audition Sign-up & Info
(Click Here)


ALL-Region Auditions Materials Folders
(Practice the Excerpts, scales, and Sheet Music)
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All Groups All-Region Materials
Auditions student practice materials google drive folder
(SEPARATED By Level & by instrument)


APO Excerpt Videos
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APO Symphonic Excerpt Videos
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APO Cadet Excerpt Videos

Monster Mash Fall Concert (Mon. 10/25)
Monster Mash Fall 2021
(Livestream)

FHS Student Info
FHS Performer Info

8th Grade Student Info
8th Grade Performer Info

7th Grade Student/Parent Info
8th Grade Student/Parent Info
FHS Student/Parent Info
Student Practice Links & Resources

 Orchestra Links & Resources

New Orchestra Student Info Page
Practice Resources
Calendar

ALL FPS ORCHESTRAS


STUDENT HANDBOOK
FHS Orchestra Handbook
​(Class Syllabus)
​2021-22
Ramay & Woodland Junior High
​Orchestra Handbook
​2021-22


September


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September Monthly Message
It is already September and we have been working on new music in all the orchestra classes!

The FHS Orchestra has been learning the Monster Mash Music in class and in instrument sectionals.
We have been having fun playing these tunes and look forward to performing them in October!
Thriller
Waltz No. 2
Kitchen Poltergeist
Two Scenes from the Hollow
Creepy Classics
Rockin' Halloween
 
The Woodland & Ramay 8th Grade Orchestra have also been learning Thriller and Creepy Classics and will play these at the Monster Mash as well!! A definite challenge for these student but definitely a lot of fun! I can't wait till you can see & hear them on stage all together playing!

Both the FHS & 8th Grade Orchestra Students have also been working hard on their scales and all-region excerpts. 
There are links for practice videos for them to use for help at home as well. Use the links on the webpage here to view the videos for each separate group. Cadet - Concert - Symphonic

7th Grade students have been learning an amazing amount is a short time!
They have come from not knowing how to even hold the instrument to being able to play several songs, both Pizzicato (plucking) and with the bow (Arco)!
We also been working on ear training, rhythm training, note reading, music history, and music theory in class as well!
We have played a few fun games sprinkled in as well to help us learn some of these important concepts as well : )

Remember everyone should be practicing some at home as well as in class. 
There is usually a practice video due each week that will demonstrate a skill or piece of music that students are practicing at home. 
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Parents, if you don't hear or see any practicing at home you might offer a gentle reminder! : )

​E. Yale

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ALL-REGION
ALL-REGION SIGN-UP & INFO 
(CLICK HERE)
STUDENT PRACTICE LINKS & RESOURCES

 Orchestra Links & Resources

New Orchestra Student Info Page
Practice Resources
CALENDAR

ALL FPS ORCHESTRAS


STUDENT HANDBOOK
FHS Orchestra Handbook
​(Class Syllabus)
​2021-22
Ramay & Woodland Junior High
​Orchestra Handbook
​2021-22


August


Orchestra Fall 2021:

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 Smart Music for practice on music and material at home. 

The Virtual Learning Link on this web-page will include resources for students and parents to help manage class recourses and in the event of quarantine, virtual classwork.  

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
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
  • 8th Int. Orch. Book
  • Class Supplies List (Int. 8th Grade)
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Class Supplies List 8th Grade Intermediate Orchestra Students
Intermediate Orchestra 8th Grade Students:
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
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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)
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 LOWER-ADVANCED (9TH & 10TH) CLASS INFO & SUPPLIES

FHS Orchestras
Class Supplies & Method Books
​

​(each student will need to have THEIR own supplies)
(EACH students will need to get A SMART MUSIC SUBSCRIPTION to access Materials)

(FHS Orchestra students may also purchase a book to have a hard copy)

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  • 9th/10th Grade Lower Advanced Method Book
  • Class Supplies Checklist (Lower Advanced 9th/10th Grades)
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Lower Advanced Orchestra 9th/10th Grade Students:
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
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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)
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 UPper-ADVANCED (10TH & 11TH & 12th) CLASS INFO & SUPPLIES

FHS Orchestras
Class Supplies & Method Books
​

​
(EACH student will need to have THEIR own supplies)
(EACH student will need to get a SMART MUSIC SUBSCRIPTION to access Materials )
(FHS Orchestra students may also purchase a book to have a hard copy)

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  • 10th/11th/12th Upper Advanced Method Book
  • Class Supplies Checklist (Upper Advanced 10th/11th/12th Grades)
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Upper Advanced Orchestra 10th/11th/12th Grade Students:
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
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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)
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! 

ALL-REGION
ALL-REGION SIGN-UP & INFO 
(CLICK HERE)
STUDENT PRACTICE LINKS & RESOURCES

 Orchestra Links & Resources

New Orchestra Student Info Page
Practice Resources
CALENDAR

ALL FPS ORCHESTRAS


STUDENT HANDBOOK
FHS Orchestra Handbook
​(Class Syllabus)
​2021-22
Ramay & Woodland Junior High
​Orchestra Handbook
​2021-22

BLAST FROM THE PAST
- Check out some highlights from last year 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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Start of the Year Info!
Instrument Rentals, Purchases, & Upgrades are online at this time.

Class Supplies Lists are online by grade level and orchestra Level

All Region Music & Practice Materials 2021
Symphonic ​
​10th 11th 12th Grades
- Concert -
​9th Grade
- Cadet - 
8th Grade
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