November 8, 2019
Hello, Riverwood Strings Parents! Wednesday was a very good Strings class at Riverwood. Attendance was very strong, and all students had their instruments. They now know how to play “Rolling Along” (#19) and how to change measure four to make it sound like “Mary Had a Little Lamb.” They also learned “Hot Cross Buns,” and wrote a ‘letter-name’ version of the piece in their book. They can play all the pieces in the book through page 9, and, if they want, they can teach themselves “Dreidel” on page 13. Please ask them to play some of these pieces for you soon. Practicing and playing at home reinforces the weekly lessons, and allows us to move forward faster. Most students were able to write in their book because 1) they had their book, and 2) they had a pencil. Unfortunately, some did not have both things. Now everyone sees that they need ALL of their supplies at every class. Please help your student make sure they have ALL of their supplies for Strings when they come on Wednesdays. Thank you! In the next few weeks, the students will be learning about the parts of the bow, including how to rosin, tighten, loosen, and clean the bow. If they are using the bow at home right now, they’re probably doing it incorrectly, learning bad habits, and possible damaging the bow. Necessary supplies for using the bow include rosin, a cleaning rag, and – for violins and violas – their shoulder rest. By the semester break, they will be using the bow on some of our songs. Sincerely, Dr. Palmer, Strings Specialist REMIND at “rmd.at/rwstring19” or text @rwstring19 to 81010 (or 901-881-9447). www.drpalmerstrings.weebly.com If you no longer want to receive these emails, please reply with “REMOVE” at the top of the text box. Thank you.
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AuthorDr. Andrew Palmer teaches Fifth Grade Beginning Strings at four Elementary Schools, directs the Honors Orchestras at White Station High School, and travels throughout the school district as a Double Bass Specialist. Archives
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