Elementary Orchestra Intermediate – Grade 6
o Violin, Viola, Cello and Bass
o Recruitment begins in the spring of the students’ 4th grade year
o The orchestra teachers assess students to match the student with instruments size that he/she will most likely be successful.
o Instruction begins fall of the 5th grade year
o Lessons occur during the school day

Middle School Orchestra Grades 7-8
o Prerequisite: Two years of orchestra for 7th grade. Three years of orchestra for 8th grade or by audition
o Violin, Viola, Cello and Bass
o 7th graders are together and 8th graders are together
o Large group orchestra meets 2-3 times per week and is part of the students regular class schedule
o Individual or small group lessons during the day – pull out of classes
o Other ensembles may be available

High School Orchestra Grades 9-12
o Prerequisite: Four years of orchestra or by audition
o Violin, Viola, Cello and Bass
o 9th graders are together.
o Upper grade orchestras are by audition and/or director approval
o Orchestra class meets 2 to 5 times per week depending on the ensemble and is part of the students regular class schedule
o Individual or small group lessons during the day – pull out of classes
Other ensembles may be available