Linden 4th Grade Strings

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

Where can I rent an instrument for my student?

 

Local stringed instrument suppliers:

 

The String Workshop                                   Wilhite Strings

 225 Jackson Square                                   2105 Keller Bend Road   

 Oak Ridge, TN 37830                                 Knoxville, TN 37922

 Phone: 483-8075                                        Phone: 670-1888 

 

Beware of new bargain instruments on the internet, or at the ‘Big Box’ stores. They are very poorly constructed and some area stores will refuse to service them when they break (and they will break). What originally looked like a great deal will turn into a waste of your money.

 

What materials does my student need?

·         Instrument

·         Rosin for the bow

·         Music Stand – for practice at home

·         Book 1 of Essential Elements (Orange book)

·         Shoulder Rest or Sponge - Violin and Viola only

·         Rock Stop – Cellos & Bass only

How often should my student be practicing their instrument at home?

·         20 minutes per night is suggested for beginning strings students

·         Students need to practice at home in order to have success in strings

·         Parents, please help your student remember to bring their instrument to school on the days they have strings and to bring it home so they can practice

 

Will my strings student be pulled out of core curriculum instruction?

 

No.  In 4th grade, time has been set aside specifically for strings class.  This way, strings students do not miss their regular core instruction.

 

Robertsville Middle School

245 Robertsville Road

Oak Ridge, TN  37830

865.425.9201