Category Archives: Orchestra

Musical Funnies

Posted on October 24, 2012 by Jill

B.L. – “Why is it called an accidental? I’m sure it’s very intentional!” D.P., tuning her cello – “I’m very high today. . . . Oh, I didn’t get the double meaning!” J.O. – “My Haydn is hiding!” Me – … Continue reading →

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Double Nursing Home

Posted on October 18, 2012 by Jill

Today there were 2 trips to the local nursing homes. 4th period Guitar class went to the yellow nursing home next to the grocery store. The nurses asked if we could come at 11:30 so we could play during lunch … Continue reading →

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Cleanup can be fun, too

Posted on October 17, 2012 by Jill

We have a silly tradition in Intermediate Orchestra, but it ensures that the stands and chairs all get put away before everyone leaves. This tradition brings joy to me every Monday and Wednesday afternoon! Today they tied their current record … Continue reading →

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Lesson Laughs

Posted on October 1, 2012 by Jill

Every Wednesday, my violin student A.P. has her lesson 6th period. Anyone else would probably get a tired lesson from me, but A.P. keeps me laughing; we feed off each other’s jokes. Here are a couple things she said: Translation: “The … Continue reading →

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Students Say the Funniest Things

Posted on September 16, 2012 by Jill

This week, I’ve heard students say lots of things, some funny and some serious. Here are some of the most interesting quotables from the first full week of school: Monday: In guitar class, I was explaining something to one student, … Continue reading →

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Flight Simulator

Posted on May 24, 2012 by Jill

As children, my brothers and I used to play computer simulation games, like car-racing games (escape the cops!) and a flight simulator. These simulation games allow children to  practice the skills needed for operating a vehicle or plane without any … Continue reading →

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Nursing Home

Posted on May 24, 2012 by Jill

Yesterday Marit and I took the beginning and intermediate orchestras over to the nursing home. A few students played solos in addition to the orchestra pieces. I handed my camera off to one of the responsible students, so here are … Continue reading →

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Europa Park 2012

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Jill

Randy Stuckey and I took the Intermediate Band and Orchestra students to Europa Park, a theme park with some fun roller coasters and other rides. I chaperoned a group of 4 elementary and middle school girls, so we had a … Continue reading →

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Violin Shopping

Posted on March 1, 2012 by Jill

Have you ever wondered what goes into making a violin? These gorgeous instruments take hours upon hours of skilled hand crafting. Every instrument is unique in tone quality and feel. This means that they are expensive, but also difficult to … Continue reading →

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Nursing Home visits

Posted on March 1, 2012 by Jill

I have taken 2 groups to the nursing home so far this semester. The first time unfortunately coincided with crazy hair day…. so the old folks had an unusual performance from the high school orchestra! One of the residents took … Continue reading →

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