6th Grade Information
6th Grade Orchestra Handbook
This handbook contains all information related to participating in the Southwest Middle School Orchestra program. Here you'll find information regarding:
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Program and behavior expectations
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Grading policy
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Performance attire
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Required materials
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Performance calendar
Instrument and equipment purchase
Click on your instrument to find information about:
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Required materials and equipment
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Where to get your instrument
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Acceptable brands
Violin information
Viola information
Cello information
String Bass information
Calendar
6th Grade year we focus solely on basic foundations of playing your instrument, therefore, you only have two required performances. 6th graders will participate in our annual fundraisers and will have the opportunity to travel to hear professional performances.
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2022-2023 6th Grade events (dates are subject to change—times to be announced)
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Wed. Sept. 6-20 SWMS Band and Orchestra Cookie Dough Fundraiser (all grades)
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TBA October SWMS Orchestra Spirit Night at Jim n’ Nicks Wed.
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Nov. 9-23 SWMS Band and Orchestra Go-Play-Save Fundraiser (all grades)
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Tue. Dec. 6 SWMS Orchestra Concert 7:00 PM (all grades required)
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Tue. Jan. 17-31 SWMS Butter Braids Fundraiser (all grades)
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TBA February SWMS Orchestra Spirit Night at Jim n’ Nicks
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TBA February SWMS World’s Finest Chocolate Fundraiser (all grades)
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Thur. May 5 SWMS Grade Orchestra Concert 7:00 PM (all grades required)
We usually take at least one field trip to hear the Charlotte Symphony each year; community health will dictate our ability to travel. Dates and details TBA when they become available!
Southwest Middle School Orchestra strives to give students the best opportunities to learn to play a musical instrument in a quality music program.