2021-2022 School Year

Orchestra Program Details

Grades: K-5

Course Description:

Students will be grouped in classes of similar instruments and will learn how to play their desired woodwind, brass, or string instrument. This program is designed to keep music fun, so students should expect to play many fun songs on their instruments, in addition to learning how to read music notation. Smaller group classes will come together as one larger ensemble in the spring, culminating with a final year-end concert!

Click here to watch the welcome video

Instruments

Kindergarteners and 1st graders may only choose the violin.
2nd graders may choose the violin, or ukulele.
3rd graders may choose the violin, cello, flute, clarinet, trumpet, pBone mini, ukulele, or guitar
4th and 5th graders may choose the violin, cello, flute, clarinet, alto sax, trumpet, trombone, ukulele, or guitar.

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Schedule

Instruction begins on Wednesday, October 2, 2021 and runs through the spring, culminating with a school concert on Wednesday, May 13, 2022 at 2:00 PM.

Thirty to forty minute small group lessons will be held each Wednesday after school between 2:45 PM and 4:45 PM. Please keep that time block free on Wednesdays. This flexibility in scheduling will allow us to create classes best suited for the enrollment.

The final schedule and location of classes will be announced via email after enrollment is complete. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. To aid in your planning, note that beginning classes will be held earlier than intermediate and advanced level classes.

Once the schedule is available, please have your child’s schedule clear for their assigned 30 – 40 minute time block. Students waiting to take a later lesson may opt to go home with parents and then return to school at lesson time. Or, contact the school regarding available campus supervision for students waiting to take their lesson.

Program costs

There is no fee required to participate but spaces are limited. Funding for instruction is provided by generous grants and donations. Donations are gratefully appreciated and can be made out to the “Aspire Charter School”

Additional Resources

Weekly music instruction, books and basic supplies given to your child throughout the year are supplied.

The following additional resources are new and available to all Orchestra Students:

Class Portal Page- weekly homework assignments, sheet music downloads, helpful video tutorials, and much more!
Interactive video- get extra help by submitting a video for feedback from one of our teachers!

The only additional expense will be the rental or purchase of the instrument (see below). We also offer supplemental private lessons to enrich your child’s music learning.

Private Lessons - online

We HIGHLY RECOMMEND supplementing your music classes with online private lessons!

Add one-on-one private lessons once a week or once every two weeks for one or multiple instruments. The lessons are scheduled at mutually convenient times with an instructor. Private lessons are charged on a recurring basis, once the number of lessons in your block have been completed.

Duration: Ongoing – Charged monthly as lessons are completed

Private Lesson Fee:

30-minute lessons- weekly: $160 per block

30-minute lessons- every other week: $80 per block

Getting your instrument

Discounted rental and purchase prices have been arranged for participating music students through our official instrument supplier. All prices from our supplier include FREE DELIVERY to school at the first lesson and pick up at the end of the program following the year-end concert. Visit The Instrument Place to place your order.

Registration

Child's Name*
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Parent's Name*
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School*
Grade*
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Enroll in Music Class Below
Please select the payment term, instrument choice, ability level, and sign up for additional one-on-one private lessons below.
Orchestra Program (Full Year)*
This is our flagship orchestra program. Students will be grouped in classes of similar instruments and will learn how to play their desired woodwind, brass, or string instrument. This program is designed to keep music fun, so students should expect to play many fun songs on their instruments, in addition to learning how music works. Smaller group classes will come together at the end of the year, culminating with a final year-end concert!
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LCS Orchestra Program (Full Year)*
This is our flagship orchestra program. Students will be grouped in classes of similar instruments and will learn how to play their desired woodwind, brass, or string instrument. This program is designed to keep music fun, so students should expect to play many fun songs on their instruments, in addition to learning how music works. Smaller group classes will come together at the end of the semester, culminating with a final year-end concert!
LCS Orchestra Program (Semester)*
This is our flagship orchestra program. Students will be grouped in classes of similar ages and will learn how to play violin together. This program is designed to keep music fun, so students should expect to play many fun songs on their instruments, in addition to learning how music works. Smaller group classes will come together at the end of the semester, culminating with a final year-end performance!
Price:
Selma Larchmont Charter Participants*
Please submit your registration today in order to reserve your spot.

Print your registration confirmation email and drop it off with your payment to the school office with a check made payable to Selma Larchmont Charter School.

The amount is $575 for the entire school year program, or make 2 payments of $315 each: your first payment when you register and your second payment on or before December 1st, 2023.

If you prefer to pay online, a link will be included in your email confirmation.
I agree to provide payment directly to the school office, or by using the online link provided in the email confirmation.
Hollygrove Larchmont Charter Participants*
Please submit your registration today in order to reserve your spot.

Print your registration confirmation email and drop it off with your payment to the school office with a check made payable to Hollygrove Larchmont Charter School.

The amount is $375 for the entire semester program.

If you prefer to pay online, a link will be included in your email confirmation.
I agree to provide payment directly to the school office, or by using the online link provided in the email confirmation.
Fairfax Larchmont Charter Participants*
Please submit your registration today in order to reserve your spot.

Print your registration confirmation email and drop it off with your payment to the school office with a check made payable to Fairfax Larchmont Charter School.

The amount is $375 for the entire semester program.

If you prefer to pay online, a link will be included in your email confirmation.
I agree to provide payment directly to the school office, or by using the online link provided in the email confirmation.
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Terms and Conditions*
I hereby enroll my child in the school instrumental music program. Learning an instrument is a commitment in which I will support by encouraging my child to attend each week and establishing a regular practice routine at home. I understand that there are no refunds after the third week of class or if a class is cancelled due to circumstances beyond The Orchestra Place's control. A minimum number of students is required to hold a class and if a particular class is cancelled due to low enrollment, the student will be issued a full refund. In addition, if the host school limits The Orchestra Place's ability to provide on campus instruction, classes will quickly pivot to an online environment, and those who can no longer participate will receive a provide a pro-rated refund.

I understand that regular attendance is very important and that three or more unexcused absences may result in my child being dropped from the program.

I also hereby recognize the importance of having a good, quality, working instrument and understand that my child must have an instrument brand name listed on the approved brands list in order to participate. Inferior quality instruments are not acceptable for use in the music program.

Because of the nature of a free program paid for by the school, orchestra students must maintain their academics or they will not be allowed to participate. The orchestra program requires a one year commitment spanning the entire 2023– 2024 school year (September 2023– May 2024) and regular home practice.

I also hereby grant to The Orchestra Place, its sponsors, organizers, and/or assigns The Orchestra Place the irrevocable and unrestricted right to use and publish photographs (including video photography and performance) of my child, or in which my child may be included, for publication, electronic reproductions (websites) and/or promotional materials or any other purpose and in any manner or medium. In addition, I grant my permission to alter the same without restriction; and to copyright the same. I hereby release the photographer and The Orchestra Place from all claims and liability relating to said photographs.
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*Disclaimer
We will comply with State, Local, and CDC guidelines on masking, social distancing, and follow directives from the school regarding our ability to hold in person classes. If the host school limits The Orchestra Place's ability to provide on campus instruction, we will automatically continue with classes, as scheduled, via online Zoom instruction.

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