Grace Christian Academy Strings
Students in grades 6 through 12 can participate in a string ensemble directed by Mrs. Lydia Most. Students will learn to play various genres of music as an ensemble, as well as have the opportunity to learn solo repertoire to perform in various community events. Beginning this year, violin, viola and cello are being offered to 4th and 5th graders who are interested.
Mrs. Lydia Most holds a BA in Music (violin) and ministry electives in education, from Moody Bible Institute. She has taught private violin lessons for 8 years, and is a certified member of the Music Teacher's National Association. She occasionally performs with the Kankakee Valley Symphony Orchestra and is currently president of the KVMTA (Kankakee Valley Music Teacher's Association). She continues to perform at weddings and various other events.
Materials Needed for the 2016-2017 school year
Elementary Strings
Instrument
Shoulder Rest (violin/viola only)
Endpin Rest (cello only)
"Artistry in Strings" Book 1
Soft Cloth
Rosin
Junior-high and High-school Orchestra
Instrument
"Compatible Trios for Strings" by Larry Clark and Doris Gazda
Elementary Strings
Instrument
Shoulder Rest (violin/viola only)
Endpin Rest (cello only)
"Artistry in Strings" Book 1
Soft Cloth
Rosin
Junior-high and High-school Orchestra
Instrument
"Compatible Trios for Strings" by Larry Clark and Doris Gazda
Where can I find an instrument?
Students who are new to the instrument would benefit the most from renting. Young children will need a smaller sized instrument (1/2 or 3/4 size) and will gradually move up sizes as they grow. Renting allows you to switch sizes without any additional cost. Once the student is ready for a full-size instrument, we can discuss what a good purchase for that student is. King Music is fully supplied with violins, violas and cellos and the first two years of rent can go toward a purchase from them in the future.
Does the school have instruments?
At this time the school does not have string instruments available for rent.
Is there an extra cost for ORCHESTRA at grace?
Orchestra is offered free of charge. Students are just required to own or rent an instrument. They also need to purchase a book and needed supplies for their instrument.
