Harmony LNFI Week 9

Dear Harmony L’Etoile du Nord Families,

We had a great ninth week of Harmony! Here are a few highlights:

• We welcomed Ms. Irene back after a few weeks away!
• Roots students continued to work on their bow holds
• Ms. Laurie’s violin class visited Ms. Emily’s class on Monday
• See a few photos from the week below!

Instruments going home over Winter Break

Next Friday, December 19, Harmony Roots students can bring their instruments home for the first time! Here are some important things to keep in mind about caring for violins and cellos at home

• Just like people or pets, wooden instruments do not do well in hot or cold temperatures – make sure to store your instrument somewhere that doesn’t get too hot or cold, and never leave it in the car!
• Remember to bring your instrument to school for Harmony – if a student forgets their instrument at home two times, they will need to leave their instrument at school for a week. If it continues to happen after that week, students may lose the privilege of taking their instrument home for the rest of the year.
• If your instrument is damaged at home – please let me know right away! Please do not try to repair the instrument yourself, as that may cause further damage.
• Taking instruments home is optional – we encourage Harmony students to play music at home as much as possible, but it is not required. For some families, it might make sense to leave it at school for part of the week, or even just bring it home for the weekend on Fridays
• Make a habit of practicing – please encourage your student to play their instrument at home! Musicians should practice for at least a few minutes every day.

Looking ahead to our February Concert!

Our February concert will be here before we know it! Harmony LNFI will join GTCYS orchestras for their first concert of the year on Saturday, February 28 at Two Rivers High School. The concert starts at 2:30 pm, and students should arrive at 1:15 pm.

I will send more details after the winter break (including a reminder about what to wear), but for now please make sure this performance is on your calendar! If you are not available for the performance, please fill out an Absence Form.

Helpful Links:

• Absence form: If your student needs to miss a Harmony class for any reason, please fill out an Absence Form as soon as possible.
• Harmony Member Page: Check out the Harmony Member Page for the Harmony Handbook, Calendar, YouTube Page, and any important updates!

Thanks,

Emily

Emily Doyle, (she/her)
Harmony Manager
emily@gtcys.org | 651.602.6809
Member Page | Password: harmony25-26