Required Materials
(All students should have these materials within one week of their enrollment into the program.)
Orchestra
Required Books - We will supply these books for use at school, but there will be assignments in these books and it will be necessary for each student to have the book at home to practice.
Essentials for Strings by Gerald Anderson (All Orchestras - published by Kjos and available at Mike's Music)
Essential Elements Book 2 (Concert Orchestra)
Essential Technique Book 3 (Chamber Orchestra and Philharmonia Orchestra)
Supplies:
Violin and Viola:
Rosin, Shoulder Rest (this is a crucial element for correct fitting of the instrument. If a student cannot hold the instrument comfortably without the use his or her hands, a better fit must be obtained. See Mr. Denne if you have any questions), Extra set of strings (Dominant strings are a much better value than Red Label and strings can be obtained from online retailers - sharmusic.com or swstrings.com - for decent prices), Cloth to wipe rosin off of strings
Cello
Rosin, Rock Stop (for use at home), Extra A and D strings,
Cloth to wipe rosin off of strings
Bass
Rosin, Rock Stop (for use at home), Cloth to wipe rosin off of strings
All Choir Students:
Mr. Dogas will inform students of these items on Monday.
Band:
Required Materials
ALL STUDENTS must provide the following materials for rehearsals and sectionals...
- Pencil
- Planner
- Music Binder
- Homework Assignment Sheet and Practice Log Method Book (see below for specific requirements)
- Instrument (clean & professionally maintained)
- All Accessories (Mutes, Reeds, Sticks, Mallets, etc.) *Please refer to Recommended Instruments & Accessories for a complete list of REQUIRED accessories.
CONCERT BAND (Woodwinds & Brass)
- Hal Leonard Intermediate Band Method specific to the instrument your son/daughter plays.
- NOTE: FRENCH HORN players should purchase the TRUMPET book.
- Band Technique Step by Step for their instrument. (FRENCH HORNS... buy the horn book!)
CONCERT BAND (Percussion)
- Percussion Mallet Technic by Thomas McMillan Band Technique Step by Step
SYMPHONIC BAND (Woodwinds & Brass)
- Hal Leonard Advanced Band Method specific to the instrument your son/daughter plays.
- NOTE: FRENCH HORN players should purchase the TRUMPET book.
- Band Technique Step by Step for their instrument. (FRENCH HORNS... buy the horn book!)
SYMPHONIC BAND (Percussion)
- Percussion Mallet Technic by Thomas McMillan Band Technique Step by Step
WIND ENSEMBLE (Woodwinds & Brass)
- Hal Leonard Advanced Band Method specific to the instrument your son/daughter plays.
- NOTE: FRENCH HORN players should purchase the TRUMPET book.
- Band Technique Step by Step for their instrument. (FRENCH HORNS... buy the horn book!)
WIND ENSEMBLE (Percussion)
- Percussion Mallet Technic by Thomas McMillan Band Technique Step by Step
All materials can be purchased at your local music store or online. The following stores have lists on hand to assist you:
Mike's Music - 4872 Montgomery Road - Ellicott City, MD 21043 - (410) 465-0700 www.mikesmusicmd.com
Music and Arts - Chatham Station - 9210 Baltimore National Pike (Suite W-7) - Ellicott City, MD 21042 - (410) 461-1844 - www.musicandarts.com
Chuck Levin's Washington Music Center - 11151 Veirs Mills Road - Wheaton, MD 20902 - (301) 946-8808 - www.chucklevins.com