1. So your Child Wants to Play a String Instrument

2. The adventure begins… Everything you need to know to get started

3. Halifax Schools String Program Consists of 2 classes/week (violin or cello) Grades 3-6 at your school Grade 7-9 Orchestra + class (add viola & bass) Grade 10-12 Orchestra+ class+ theory String students can join All City groups including HSSO, Honour Violin, Choirs and Jazz Groups

4. Parent/Guardian’s Role Set a practice schedule, sign reports, LISTEN to your child Help with tuning and problem solving Long term commitment to the program Encourage and praise

5. Student’s Role Set a practice schedule, fill in reports, Attend all lessons Be prepared Ask questions Have fun!!

6. Teacher’s Role Motivate and encourage Adapt instruction Develop students skills Performance Opportunities

7. The Dynamic Flow Teacher Learner Home

8. The Fine Print Where do we begin??

9. Cost Parents provide instrument (rental or purchase) and method book. Instruction is a benefit of supplemental funding. You have paid already! Incidental expenses include rosin, strings, music stand, tuner, shoulder rest or floor anchor

10. Rent or Purchase ??? Rent Rental office and teacher provide maintenance and support Swap sizes Loaners available Purchase Parent responsible for all maintenance Choice of bow and case Available to others in family

11. Buying a string instrument Please consult string teacher before purchasing an instrument Correct sizing for your child High quality instruments are easier to play Better sounding instruments sustain student interest.

12. An alternative to purchase Halifax Music Centre has a large inventory of high quality string instruments in many sizes available for rental at modest cost.

13. We have all sizes available.

16. Rental Office Cost is $120.00 for school year. Insurance (add a rider to household / tenants’ insurance)

17. Notes to students Responsibility, respect, and cooperation Care and Pride of “ownership” Your instrument is not a toy. Read and follow teachers’ special instructions.

18. Rental Office Hours and location

19. A-Z why your child should learn to play