THIS FALL is going to be VERY EXCITING as all of Merrimac's music groups will be going to NYSSMA MAJORS in the spring. That means we REALLY need to Begin with the End in Mind by putting on our game face right from the very start!
3rd Graders! Have you bought your recorders yet? We won't be using them right away, but we WILL need them throughout most of the school year.
Singers! Remember that shouting at events is okay, just don't scream. There is a difference between the two, one is VERY harmful to your vocal cords. And as with anything that puts strain on any part of your body, be sure to be gentle with yourself and take breaks.
Instrumentalists! Have you gotten everything on your shopping list yet? Your grade will be based on your playing, yes, AND it will also be based on your preparedness: Do you have your lesson book? Your agenda? Pencils? Wind players, do you have your valve oil or cork grease (depending on your instrument)? String players, do you have rosin for your bow?
Dr. Benson and I cannot WAIT to start our 4th graders this year. It's a Merrimac FIRST that 100% of the grade level signed up for an instrument this year. We are so proud of all of you for making that leap of faith to try something cool and different in the world of music!
Enjoy the rest of your summer!