Teamwork

• The orchestra coordinates individual abilities into one central effort.
• It gives children the feeling of group loyalty and motivation.
• An orchestra stimulates, defines and gives the child
  • that essential feeling of belonging.

Discipline

• The orchestra teaches responsibility.
• Emphasis is placed on following specific instructions.
• It teaches the child respect for the music, the composer,
  • for his/her peers, the director and for self.

Concentration

• Attention to detail is vital in all educational classrooms.
• Concentration is “built-in” within the orchestra rehearsal.
  • It directly carries over to other areas by
    • improving study habits,
    • increases intellectual understanding and
    • raises the curiosity factor.

Personal Achievement

• Recognizing, meeting and overcoming a challenge
  • may be the single most rewarding experience of all.
• Orchestra participation offers that opportunity by providing a
  • learning experience where growth and fulfillment can occur.
• Appreciation
  • Orchestra participation encourages
    • respect,
    • appreciation for aesthetic values and
    • the beauty of the music created.

A Future Orchestral Career

• Young orchestra participants that possess the
  • talent,
  • drive and
  • self-discipline necessary to create a performing career
    • will enjoy a wonderful life of performing in for audiences.
  • Not all orchestra members will achieve a performing career, however
    • the achievement of maximum individual potential
      • can lead to:
        • a life filled with the richness of music appreciation,
        • possible college scholarships and
        • other financially beneficial arrangements.

Character Building Benefits

• Orchestra membership will bring:
  • tangible benefits to your child’s education,
    • self-awareness,
    • self-satisfaction and
    • self-confidence.

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