GTCYS Private Lessons GTCYS Student Name* First Last Student City* City Student email Parent/guardian 1 email*This will be the primary email that GTCYS will use to communicate information about the Sponsored Lessons Program. Parent/guardian 2 emailEnter another email if desired. Student Instrument*SelectViolinViolaCelloBassFluteOboeClarinetBassoonHornTrumpetTromboneTubaPercussionHarpGTCYS Student Orchestra*SelectPhilharmonia EastPhilharmonia WestSinfonia EastSinfonia WestConcertino EastConcertino WestCamerataConcert OrchestraPhilharmonicSymphonyHow would you benefit from Sponsored Lessons?*In a few sentences, describe why you want to receive a scholarship for private lessons, and how lessons would make a difference for you.What other activities is this student involved with or interested in? (Optional)Explain a few of this student's other interests or activities. For example, does this student play other instruments, participate in sports, theater, church, etc.? This information will be shared with the student's teacher so they can get to know them.Terms of GTCYS Lessons*If selected to GTCYS' Lessons program, I agree to the terms listed below (check all boxes): Value: I understand that this program provides up to 41 half-hour lessons at $35 each, for a total value of $1,435 annually. These lessons will be scheduled between September 1, 2026 and August 31, 2027.. Orchestra participation: I understand that membership in good standing in one of GTCYS' 11 orchestras is a requirement for eligibility in lessons. Attendance: I understand that attending lessons is very important to my musical education, and that participating in lessons is part of my commitment to playing in orchestra. I will do my best to show up to lessons ready to learn! Materials: I will come prepared to lessons with my instrument, music, pencil, and my shoulder rest or rock stop (as needed). At-Home Practice: I will work with my teacher and my family to find time during the week to practice at home. Students in GTCYS’ lessons programs are required to practice at least 5 days/week, at least 20 minutes/day, including 10 minutes/day dedicated to GTCYS orchestra music. Lesson teachers may adjust this expectation based on a student's particular circumstances, and may have higher expectations for more advanced students. Lack of regular practice may result in dismissal from the program.