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 2018-2019
Linda Stephens, Director
Catherine Bitinas, Assistant Director
*Please post theses dates on your family calendar*

​August
27th - Encore Cheesecake Fundraiser Kick-Off
September
11th -  8th Grade Fundraising Monies due
18th -  7th Grade Fundraising Monies due

October
2nd -  6th Grade Fundraising Monies due
13th - All-State Orchestra District Auditions @ Kell High
20th -  Solo and Ensemble Festival – Sprayberry High School
25th -  7th Grade Orchestra Concert 7:00pm LMMS
25th - 8th Grade Orchestra Concert 8:00pm LMMS
30th - 6th Grade Orchestra Concert – 7:00pm LMMS
November
2nd - Poinsettia Fundraiser Kick-Off – 8th Grade only
5th -  Disney Parent Meeting @ 6:00pm in the theatre
8th – Encore fundraiser Pick-up/Delivery Day
15th -  Poinsettia monies due – 8th Grade only
December
1st -  GMEA Honors Orchestra Auditions – Sprayberry High Schoo
l1st - Poinsettia Delivery & Pick-up Day 8:30am – 11:00 8th grade only
3rd - First Disney payment/forms due - 8th grade only
11th - 6th Grade Orchestra Concert 6:00 pm LMMS
11th - 7th Grade Orchestra Concert 7:00 pm LMMS
11th - 8th Grade Orchestra Concert 8:00 pm LMMS
14th String Choir Performance @ The Georgia Aquarium – 10:30am

January
7th - Encore Fundraiser Prize Day
12th 2nd Round Orchestra All-State District Auditions Westminster
February
4th - 2nd Disney payment due - 8th grade only
March
4th - Final Disney Payment due - 8th grade only
Feb. 28th - March 2nd -   GMEA All-State Orchestra – Athens
7th – Spring Plant Fundraiser Kick-off
11th GMEA 7th Grade Middle School Orchestra Festival
@ McEachern High
12th GMEA 8th Grade Middle School Orchestra Festival
@ McEachern High
TBA - Harrison High School 8th Grade Night
22nd – 23rd – Honors Orchestra – McEachern High School
​28th - 6th Grade Orchestra String Jamboree @ Harrison High School
April
9th Spring Plant Fundraiser Monies Due
22nd -  Disney Chaperone meeting – 6:00pm – Orchestra Room
TBA -Taste of West Cobb – String Choir
27th Spring Plant Pick-up and Delivery Day – 8:30am – 10:30am
30th - 6th Grade Orchestra Concert – 7:00pm – Carpeted Gym
May
2nd -  7th Grade Orchestra Concert – 7:00pm – Carpeted Gym
2nd -  8th Grade Orchestra Concert – 8:00pm – Carpeted Gym
10th -  7th Grade Music Department Music Event - TBA
15th – 19th -  LMMS Music Department 8th Grade trip to Walt Disney World

LMMS Orchestra Handbook 2018-2019:

assessment_plan.docx
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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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