Welcome to the Nobel Music Department This presentation is designed to inform and prepare music parents and students on how to be successful in Mr Espinosa’s music class.

Communication is crucial to the success of our journey together so make sure you fill out the student information sheet. Email communication is the primary way we will be communicating due to the large amount of students in the music department. Make sure the parents’ email address is on the information sheet. Students will be signing up for Edmodo. This is a safe way for students and teachers to communicate. They can listen to music links, view media, download practice logs and music, collaborate with class mates and much more. Students and parents will receive a code to sign up.

Engrade Pro for Grades If you’re already set up for Engrade Pro then you should be able to access my class grades. Teachers are being asked to give codes to students in their pledge classes to ensure everyone is on Engrade Pro. It’s a great way to stay on top of your child’s progress to ensure success. You can also access many files, documents, comments on your child’s performance in the class, etc… The Nobel Website is a great resource too. I will use it to stay connected to important information. Make sure to subscribe to my pages. “nobelms.com”

Let’s get started with some FAQ’S

The Beginning String Class What is the primary goal of the Beginning String Class? How should my child select the right instrument for him/her? How much practice time should my kid be logging? How does my kid get an instrument? How many performances will my child have a year?

From Beginning Strings to Advanced Orchestra What is the primary goal of the Beginning String Class? From Beginning Strings to Advanced Orchestra It almost seems impossible but with hard work and practice, anything is possible!

The Beginning Strings Class What is the primary goal of the Beginning String Class? How should my child select the right instrument for him/her? How much practice time should my kid be logging? How does my kid get an instrument? How many performances will my child have a year?

Challenge yourself to play the lower instruments How should my child select the right instrument for him/her? Double Bass Cello Challenge yourself to play the lower instruments Every great Orchestra has balance. Play the Viola, Cello, or Bass!

The Beginning Strings Class What is the primary goal of the Beginning String Class? How should my child select the right instrument for him/her? How much practice time should my kid be logging? How does my kid get an instrument? How many performances will my child have a year?

Practice makes Permanent How much practice time should my kid be logging? Practice makes Permanent Students should be practicing for two hours a week minimum. Three hours is encouraged!

The Beginning Strings Class What is the primary goal of the Beginning String Class? How should my child select the right instrument for him/her? How much practice time should my kid be logging? How does my kid get an instrument? How many performances will my child have a year?

Nobel Music Store Night How does my kid get an instrument? Students will have the opportunity to enter a lottery for the instruments that Nobel currently has available. Once the lottery is done, students who don’t own or have and instrument from the school will need to rent one. We will have a rental night very soon in the MPR to accommodate Nobel Music Students for any rentals, supplies, etc... I bring Nick Rail Music to you to meet your needs for the evening.

What Supplies will I Need? Every String instrument except the Cello and Bass will need to purchase a Shoulder Rest or make one. All String instruments will be using a bow so they will need to purchase their own Rosin and polishing cloth. String Players will need a music stand for practicing at home. Metronomes are recommended Chromatic Tuners are necessary at the second semester for all string players. We will be teaching students how to tune their own instruments.

The Beginning Strings Class What is the primary goal of the Beginning String Class? How should my child select the right instrument for him/her? How much practice time should my kid be logging? How does my kid get an instrument? How many performances will my child have a year?

Winter and Spring Concerts How many performances will my child have a year? Winter and Spring Concerts This is a performance driven class Each concert will be worth 500 points There are only three excuses for missing a performance A RELIGIOUS HOLIDAY OR EVENT A DEATH IN THE FAMILY SICKNESS WITH A DOCTOR’S NOTE

Are you ready to make music? Don’t be a Zombie! Practice smart make the commitment Treat your instrument with respect! Remember it is a privilege to do music Have high expectations

Thank you and Let’s have a great positive musical experience together!