Unpacking
How should I lay my case on the floor?
Facing up, (Pocket side up and straps down)
Should I enter the room yelling, screaming and being disrespectful?
No.
What are the four MAIN expectations laid out in the handbook?
Be Respectful
Raise Your Hand
Listen to Directions
Respect the Instruments
What is the bow hair made out of?
Horse Hair
How many beats are in a 4/4 measure?
Four Beats
Where do I grab the instrument?
By the Neck
After entering the room, what is the first thing I should do?
Go get instrument off the rack or lockers
How often are you expected to practice?
On a regular basis.
What were strings made out of in the past before the modern day synthetic string?
Animal Guts
How many beats is a quarter note worth?
one beat
FALSE!
Where do I sit?
In my assigned section
How Often Do We Have Orchestra?
Once a week!
What did the world's smallest violin measure at?
1 CM
How many beats is a half note worth?
Two Beats
If the instrument is in it's case, is it okay to throw around?
NO!
What do I do after finding my seat?
Unpack quietly
How many concerts will we have this year?
Two
What century did the first string instruments that resemble the modern day violin come about?
1500's
How many beats are in a whole note
four beats