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Wednesday, September 24, 2014
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Homeschool Orchestra
I received the following note from Ms. Joanna Hamp regarding an orchestra. I told her I would share the information with our local homeschooling families.
*If anyone is aware of a church or community center in Seymore that would allow us access to their building once a week, then I would very much appreciate contact information so that I can procure a location.
Who I Am
My name is Joanna Hamp, and in 1998 my family, along with 3 other families, got together with Springfield Symphony cellist, Kathy Love, to begin a church orchestra. Over the past 12 years the orchestra has grown to include many classes, a choir and includes over 250 homeschooled students. I was a student in the orchestra for 8 years, and for the past four I have been accompanying, teaching and directing. I have been accompanying my church's hymn service on cello or piano as needed since 2002 and I have also had opportunities play with the Central Assembly Orchestra, to teach private cello and piano lessons and to substitute at Gloria Deo Christian Academy as orchestra director there. It was brought to my attention by a friend of mine that many of the homeschoolers in the Mountain Grove/Seymore area would be interested in gleaning the benefits of musical training, teamwork, self confidence and poise that would be gained from being part of an orchestra
The Idea
The purpose of this orchestra will be to give homeschooled children an opportunity to learn, practice and perform music for the glory of Christ Jesus in a group setting with likeminded families. Our goal will be to instill in our students a love for music and to equip them with the skills needed to accompany worship/song services in their churches and to play in professional classical ensembles.
We will be teaching in a classical style, focusing on reading music and traditional technique and incorporating music theory into our sessions. Our genres will include hymns, worship songs, baroque, classical, romantic and modern orchestrations, soundtrack themes and some popular music.
Who Is Included
The orchestra will be open to all homeschooling children between the ages of 8 and 18 who wish to learn Violin, Viola or Cello. (Must be 8 years old as of January first) Depending on the number of students the first year classes may be as follows:
Beginner Class- 8-12 year old beginners with no prior musical training.
Accelerated Beginner Class 12-18 year old beginners with no prior musical training and 8-12 year old students with some training.
Intermediate Class 12-18 year old students with some prior experience
Advanced Ensemble By audition: 12-18 year old students with intermediate to advanced classical training in Violin, Viola, Cello, Upright Bass, and Flute.
The Cost
The initial cost will include a $15 music fee so that I can purchase your books for you. The monthly cost will be a flat rate of $20 per student, regardless of whether or not we miss a week, or if there is a fifth session in the month. For recitals there will be a $2 fee per student to cover costs. There will also be a $10 annual fee that will go directly to the facility that we use.
What You Will Need
An Instrument- Hoover Music in Springfield has a rent-to-own program for new and used student instruments that is interest free and has very reasonable monthly rates. They also cary Wire Music Stands ($10) and Rosin. ($3) Violins and Violas will need a Shoulder Rest. Sponge rests are adequate and only $3.
If you would like to be a part of this endeavor, please contact me! My email address is joannarenae90@hotmail.com and my phone number is 417 209 0337.
*If anyone is aware of a church or community center in Seymore that would allow us access to their building once a week, then I would very much appreciate contact information so that I can procure a location.
Who I Am
My name is Joanna Hamp, and in 1998 my family, along with 3 other families, got together with Springfield Symphony cellist, Kathy Love, to begin a church orchestra. Over the past 12 years the orchestra has grown to include many classes, a choir and includes over 250 homeschooled students. I was a student in the orchestra for 8 years, and for the past four I have been accompanying, teaching and directing. I have been accompanying my church's hymn service on cello or piano as needed since 2002 and I have also had opportunities play with the Central Assembly Orchestra, to teach private cello and piano lessons and to substitute at Gloria Deo Christian Academy as orchestra director there. It was brought to my attention by a friend of mine that many of the homeschoolers in the Mountain Grove/Seymore area would be interested in gleaning the benefits of musical training, teamwork, self confidence and poise that would be gained from being part of an orchestra
The Idea
The purpose of this orchestra will be to give homeschooled children an opportunity to learn, practice and perform music for the glory of Christ Jesus in a group setting with likeminded families. Our goal will be to instill in our students a love for music and to equip them with the skills needed to accompany worship/song services in their churches and to play in professional classical ensembles.
We will be teaching in a classical style, focusing on reading music and traditional technique and incorporating music theory into our sessions. Our genres will include hymns, worship songs, baroque, classical, romantic and modern orchestrations, soundtrack themes and some popular music.
Who Is Included
The orchestra will be open to all homeschooling children between the ages of 8 and 18 who wish to learn Violin, Viola or Cello. (Must be 8 years old as of January first) Depending on the number of students the first year classes may be as follows:
Beginner Class- 8-12 year old beginners with no prior musical training.
Accelerated Beginner Class 12-18 year old beginners with no prior musical training and 8-12 year old students with some training.
Intermediate Class 12-18 year old students with some prior experience
Advanced Ensemble By audition: 12-18 year old students with intermediate to advanced classical training in Violin, Viola, Cello, Upright Bass, and Flute.
The Cost
The initial cost will include a $15 music fee so that I can purchase your books for you. The monthly cost will be a flat rate of $20 per student, regardless of whether or not we miss a week, or if there is a fifth session in the month. For recitals there will be a $2 fee per student to cover costs. There will also be a $10 annual fee that will go directly to the facility that we use.
What You Will Need
An Instrument- Hoover Music in Springfield has a rent-to-own program for new and used student instruments that is interest free and has very reasonable monthly rates. They also cary Wire Music Stands ($10) and Rosin. ($3) Violins and Violas will need a Shoulder Rest. Sponge rests are adequate and only $3.
If you would like to be a part of this endeavor, please contact me! My email address is joannarenae90@hotmail.com and my phone number is 417 209 0337.
Tuesday, November 02, 2010
Moms' Day Out
Join us for a trip to Rosewood for their Christmas Open House this Friday, November 5th. We will meet at Laura Smith's house at 2:00 and then drive on to Rosewood. Hope to see you there!
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Pumpkin Patch Field Trip
Tomorrow is our Pumpkin Patch Field Trip!!! Hooray!!! My family has been looking forward to this since our last field trip to Springhill Pumpkin Patch.
Where: Springhill Pumpkin Patch - http://www.
When: Thursday, October 28th
Time: 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. *Please be on time for this as our hosts are taking students through organized activities and we don't want anyone left out.
Who: This field trip is for active Mtn. Grove Homeschool Group members only. We have other events that we encourage invitations to friends, but this is an event for our group only, please.
Details: Families are welcome to bring snacks if they like.
Hope to see you there!
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Sunday, September 12, 2010
Classes
At our meeting, I said I would post available classes online for students to sign up for their favorite choices. I've waited a little while, hoping we would have more moms volunteer to teach, but we are still at the same number of classes that signed up at our meeting. I'm listing them here, but please know that your child cannot sign up for a class unless you have registered to teach a class.
Class: Drama
Teacher: Danielle Roach
Co-Teacher:
Description: Preparation for Drama Performance
Requirements: Already an assigned member of the Drama Team
Maximum # Students: Only those who already signed up last year
Class: Prek-K
Teacher: Sandy Roach
Co-Teacher:
Description: Pumpkins or Leaves as theme lesson
Requirements: For ages 4 thru 6 years old
Max. # Students: 10
Class: Orchestra
Teacher: Rebecca Peterson
Co-Teacher: Andrea Williams
Co-Teacher: Lauren Lange
Description: Ongoing class, please be ready to commit to practice and attendance through the school year.
Requirements:
Class: Gym
Teacher: Andrea Williams
Co-Teacher: Rebecca Peterson
Description: Kickball
Requirements: Ages 8 to 14 years old, girls and boys both
Maximum # Students: 18
Class: Beginning Knitting
Teacher: Jennifer Harrison
Co-Teacher:
Description: Learning how to cast on, the basic Stockinette Stitch, and abbreviations
Requirements: One skein yarn and one set of size 10 knitting needles
Maximum # Students: 6
1st Hour
Class: Drama
Teacher: Danielle Roach
Co-Teacher:
Description: Preparation for Drama Performance
Requirements: Already an assigned member of the Drama Team
Maximum # Students: Only those who already signed up last year
Class: Prek-K
Teacher: Sandy Roach
Co-Teacher:
Description: Pumpkins or Leaves as theme lesson
Requirements: For ages 4 thru 6 years old
Max. # Students: 10
Class: Orchestra
Teacher: Rebecca Peterson
Co-Teacher: Andrea Williams
Co-Teacher: Lauren Lange
Description: Ongoing class, please be ready to commit to practice and attendance through the school year.
Requirements:
- Beginner to Advanced musicians
- $3.00 for music notebook
- Must bring own instrument
2nd Hour
Teacher: Andrea Williams
Co-Teacher: Rebecca Peterson
Description: Kickball
Requirements: Ages 8 to 14 years old, girls and boys both
Maximum # Students: 18
Class: Beginning Knitting
Teacher: Jennifer Harrison
Co-Teacher:
Description: Learning how to cast on, the basic Stockinette Stitch, and abbreviations
Requirements: One skein yarn and one set of size 10 knitting needles
Maximum # Students: 6
Wednesday, August 04, 2010
2010 Planning Meeting
Planning Meeting for the 2010/2011 school is this Friday, August 6th at Laura Smith's house. 10:00 a.m.
At this Friday's meeting, I have a questionnaire to hand out, but thought it might be helpful to have you thinking about the answers, discussing the questions with your families, or even have them answered beforehand.
If you don't mind taking a moment, please take a look at the following questions for Friday:
1. What would you like to get out of our homeschool group?
2. What would your children like to get out of our homeschool group? (please take a moment to ask them)
3. How willing are you to participate in teaching?
4. What topics would you be interested in teaching?
5. What topics would your children be interested in being taught?
Thanks so much, ladies! I'm looking forward to seeing you on Friday!
At this Friday's meeting, I have a questionnaire to hand out, but thought it might be helpful to have you thinking about the answers, discussing the questions with your families, or even have them answered beforehand.
If you don't mind taking a moment, please take a look at the following questions for Friday:
1. What would you like to get out of our homeschool group?
2. What would your children like to get out of our homeschool group? (please take a moment to ask them)
3. How willing are you to participate in teaching?
4. What topics would you be interested in teaching?
5. What topics would your children be interested in being taught?
Thanks so much, ladies! I'm looking forward to seeing you on Friday!
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