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Every note for the glory of God!

​Students in grades 4 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, and perform at various school functions and community events. 

Orchestra classes are divided as follows:

Beginning Orchestra
Welcome to all 4th and 5th graders who have never played a string instrument! Introductory orchestra will provide the solid technical foundation for future growth. Students will make their debut in a winter concert.

Junior High Orchestra
JH Orchestra has class 4 days a week. 5th graders who have taken Beginning Orchestra will join us part of the time. Technique will focus on on better tone production, intonation, beginning shifting and vibrato.  Students who excel will have the opportunity to participate in the ACSI Music Festival's Orchestra in March by recommendation only. Students will also have the opportunity to perform at IEMA Solo/Ensemble Competions in the spring. 

High School Orchestra
High School Orchestra meets for class 4 days a week. Emphasis is placed on the philosophy of why we play music, and encouraging students to bless others through performing. High school and Junior High will take several trips to nursing homes throughout the year, as well as perform at school events and concerts. High school students may participate in the ACSI Music festival in March.

Mrs. Lydia Most holds a BA in Music (violin) and ministry electives in education, from Moody Bible Institute. She studied with David Taylor, assistant concertmaster of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. She has taught private violin lessons for 15 years, and has been a certified member of the Music Teacher's National Association. She occasionally performs with the Kankakee Valley Symphony Orchestra as well weddings and various other events. Mrs. Most continues cello studies with Carol Semmes at ONU. 

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Sing to him a new song;
    play skillfully on the strings, with loud shouts. For the word of the Lord is upright,
    and all his work is done in faithfulness. 
Psalm 33:3-4

Materials Needed for the 2019-2020 school year

Beginning Orchestra
(4th-5th grade)
Instrument
Accessories (shoulder rest or endpin rest, soft cloth, rosin)
"Artistry in Strings" Book 1  (Violin, Viola, Cello)

Junior-high Orchestra
(and 2nd year 5th graders)
Instrument and accessories
"Artistry in Strings" Book 2 (Violin, Viola, Cello)
Sound Innovations - Sound Development (Violin, Viola, Cello)

High-school Orchestra
Instrument and accesories
Sound Innovations - Sound Development (Violin, Viola, Cello)

WHERE CAN I FIND AN INSTRUMENT?

Students who are still growing would benefit the most from renting and instrument. 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. Plum Grove Music is fully supplied with quality violins, violas and cellos and all rent can go toward a purchase from them in the future. Although located in Indiana, they deliver instruments to Grace on a weekly basis.

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 required to own or rent an instrument. They also need to purchase a book and needed supplies for their instrument.