Parent Information and Forms can be downloaded at the bottom of this page!

Required Materials:

• Instrument and bow in excellent playing condition
• Rosin and cleaning cloth
• Rock Stop (cellos and basses)
• Shoulder Rest (3/4 or smaller violins; 13″ or smaller violas)
• Shoulder Rest (Full-Size violins or 14″+ violas)
• Pencil and Three-Ringed binder for music (with 25 page dividers)
• Essential Elements Book 1 2000(6th Grade)
• Essential Elements Book 2 2000 (7th Grade)
• Essential Elements Book 3 2000 (8th grade)

All students should rent an instrument until they are ready for a full-size instrument. It is recommended that once a students has grown into a full-size instrument, they purchase an intermediate or advanced level instrument.

What to look for when choosing an instrument for rental or purchase:

• Size: String instruments come in various sizes. Students must be measured for the proper size instrument. You should not purchase an instrument that is less than “full-sized” as your child will grow out of it. If you rent an instrument, you will be able to trade instrument sizes as your child grows without an additional fee. A student should not play on an instrument too large for them; this will cause physical injuries, as well as difficulty learning the instrument.
• Color: Though colored instruments are fun, they are typically made of plastic or are coated with excess layers of paint/lacquer that diminishes the tone of the instrument. Stick with instruments that are made of natural wood, and are stained/lacquered naturally. Rock stops, shoulder rests, bows and bow hair come in different colors, and are a great way to add individuality to the instrument.
• Bows made of fiberglass or carbon fiber are recommended for middle school students. Do not be lured in by the “wood bows,” as they can warp and/or break easier than the “cheaper” carbon fiber bows.
• On-Line Purchases: If purchasing an instrument on-line, stick with websites that offer a refund and/or exchange policy if you are not happy with the quality of the instrument. Please see the recommended on-line retailer list before purchasing an instrument.
• As always, please be sure to contact your teacher before making any purchases, no matter how small they are. A quality instrument (including bow, rock stop and shoulder rest) is essential for a students musical growth.

Good and Even Great Instruments That Are Surprisingly Affordable

LOST MOUNTAIN MIDDLE SCHOOL
ORCHESTRA CALENDAR 2017-2018
Linda DeMerritt-Stephens, Director
Jarod Boles, Assistant Director
*Please post theses dates on your family calendar*

​August
5th - LMMS Instrument Fair – 9:00am – 12:00pm
28th - Encore Cheesecake Fundraiser Kick-Off
September
18th 8th Grade Fundraising Monies due
October
3rd 7th Grade Fundraising Monies due
9th 6th Grade Fundraising Monies due
14th All-State Orchestra District Auditions @ Pope High
21st Solo and Ensemble Festival – Sprayberry High School
26th 7th Grade Orchestra Concert 7:00pm LMMS
26th 8th Grade Orchestra Concert 8:00pm LMMS
30th 6th Grade Orchestra Concert – LMMS 7:00pm
November
1st Poinsettia Fundraiser Kick-Off – 8th Grade only
6th Disney Parent Meeting @ 6:00pm in the theatre
9th – Encore fundraiser Pick-up/Delivery Day
16th Poinsettia monies due – 8th Grade only
December
1st First Disney payment due
2nd Poinsettia Delivery & Pick-up Day 8:30am – 11:00 8th grade only
7th 6th Grade Orchestra Concert 7:00pm LMMS
18th String Choir Performance @ The Georgia Aquarium – 10:30am
15th 7th and 8th Grade Orchestra Performance @ State Capitol 12:00pm
January
4th Encore Fundraiser Prize Day
6th 2nd Round Orchestra All-State District Auditions Westminster
20th GMEA Honors Orchestra Auditions – Sprayberry High School
February
1st - 2nd Disney payment due
March
1st - Final Disney Payment due
1st – 3rd GMEA All-State Band and Orchestra – Athens
9th – Spring Plant Fundraiser Kick-off
12th GMEA 7th Grade Middle School Orchestra Festival
@ McEachern High
13th GMEA 8th Grade Middle School Orchestra Festival
@ McEachern High
22nd - Harrison High School 8th Grade Night
23rd – 24th – Honors Orchestra – McEachern High School
​27th 6th Grade Orchestra String Jamboree @ Harrison High School
April
13th Spring Plant Fundraiser Monies Due
23rd Disney Chaperone meeting – 6:00pm – Orchestra Room
TBA -Taste of West Cobb – String Choir
28th Spring Plant Pick-up and Delivery Day – 8:30am – 10:30am
May
1st 7th Grade Orchestra Concert – 7:00pm – Carpeted Gym
1st 8th Grade Orchestra Concert – 8:00pm – Carpeted Gym
3rd 6th Grade Orchestra Concert – 7:00pm – Carpeted Gym
11th 7th Grade Music Department – Lock-In Stars and Strikes, Dallas
16th – 20th LMMS Music Department 8th Grade trip to Walt Disney World

LMMS Orchestra Handbook 2016-2017:

Assessment Plan
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Concert Attire
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Classroom Expectations
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LMMS Orchestra Supplies and Method Books
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lmms_student_parent_info_form.docx
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LMMS T Shirt Form
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LMMS Doubler Application
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