WELCOME TO FVAA MUSIC

VIOLIN & ELEMENTARY CHOIR

K-3

The violin program starting in September will help students build a good foundation on rhythm, pitch, and appreciation for music.  Singing will also be part of our curriculum, though our main focus will be learning the violin.

The first month will be dedicated to learning parts of the instrument, care for the instrument,  proper posture, holding the violin, hand position, and bow hold.  Once they are able to demonstrate these during class time,  they will be able to take their violins home to practice.

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Students must bring their violins to school on their assigned music days.  Kindergarten, and Gr.1-2 have music on Tuesday and Thursday.  Gr. 3 has music on Monday and Wednesday.  Please remind your children to bring their violins to school.

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Parent involvement is essential for student success.  Encouragement and praise toward the student will help them in their journey to learning the violin and developing an appreciation for music. It may take a couple months before they are able to make a good sound, but be patient:)  Students are encouraged to practice 15 mins four days a week (at home or at school). 

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For those who would like to take advantage of FREE after-school group violin lessons, please email: jeanbay@fvaa.net.  Each student can sign up for one or two lessons a week (depending on availability.  12 students max per group) Group violin lessons will begin on September 19.  Mondays from 3:05-3:35pm, and Tuesdays &Thursdays from 3:10-3:45pm in the music portable.

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Violin rentals are $110 for the entire school year (insurance, and repairs included).  If you are interested in buying your own violin, please see me about the appropriate the size to buy for your child.  Buying the correct size is very important.  Keep in mind that your child may out grow the violin in several months (different for every child). 

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Parents must sign and return the violin rental contract form by Monday, Sept 11 in order for their child to take a violin home.  Here are the options for payment:

1. $110 Cash

2. 10 post dated cheques to FVAA. ($11 each month)

3. Pay online through Adventist School Pay toward K-4 instrument rental 

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Major performances include Carolling on Dec. 19,  the Christmas concert on Dec. 20, and the year-end concert on     May 31.     

RECORDERS

Gr. 4

Students begin to apply their knowledge of basic rhythm, notation, and pitch on a very old instrument - the recorder. Many famous composers of the 16th and 17th century including Bach, Handel, and Telemann wrote music for the recorder.  Some students may be familiar with the tunes that they will be learning - making it exciting and fun!  There will be a strong emphasis on reading basic notation instead of playing by ear - a transition that will help them as they move on to beginning band the following year.