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Enroll in Music Classes at Murray Avenue School:
Students attending Murray Avenue in grades 4 and 5 who are interested in band, orchestra or chorus shoudl complete the form listed under STEP 1. All 6th Grade Students are also required to complete their course selection using the form listed under STEP 1.
STEP 1: Click here for all Murray Avenue Music Enrollment
STEP 2 (band/orchestra only): Instrument Rental or Purchase
4th and 5th Grade Chorus Information:
If your child is interested in participating in our Fourth and Fifth Grade Chorus, it meets before school on Thursdays starting at 7:15 AM. In the 2026-2027 School Year, the 4/5 Chorus will meet at 7:30 AM on Thursdays. Mrs Eisenman leads the 4/5 chorus. Interested students should complete the sign up form listed in STEP 1 above.
Registration opens for second grade students in May and June prior to the start of their third grade school year. Registration remains open during the summer months and the first few weeks of each school year.
Frequently Asked Questions for 4th & 5th Grade Band & Orchestra
Frequently Asked Questions for 4th & 5th Grade Band & Orchestra
What instruments can I play?
What instruments can I play?
What supplies or accessories do I need?
What supplies or accessories do I need?
Please click here for instrument specific supplies!
Do I need to rent? I'd just rather buy my instrument now...
Do I need to rent? I'd just rather buy my instrument now...
Most students rent instruments because it provides a quality instrument at a fraction of the purchase price. It is also the best way to insure that your student has a quality instrument. In most cases, rental companies also have protection plans in place that cover accidental damage to your instrument. This helps make sure that your child consistently has a working instrument from week to week.
In addition, if you rent, your rental payments often build credit towards future purchase of any future instrument, regardless of whether you switch instruments or not. You simply need to maintain your rental from year to year to maintain your rental credit. Be sure to check with your rental company to clarify any terms and conditions of your rental agreement.
If you are interested in purchasing an instrument right away, DO NOT BUY ONE FROM AMAZON! The instruments on Amazon (e.g., Mendini or Glory) are not made with quality materials and often break prematurely. If you are interested in renting, please consult our buying guide or email your child's music teacher!
We are also proud to offer a limited number school owned instruments to students in need. Zeswitz Music also provides a "no-questions asked" scholarship that can provide instruments as well. If you are interested in our scholarship program please connect wtih your child's music teacher or school counselor.
When I go to rent my instrument, do I need a lesson book too?
When I go to rent my instrument, do I need a lesson book too?
Yes, all fourth and fifth grade students need the assigned lesson book for their instrument; Essential Elements Book 1. Sixth through eighth grade students should check the supply lists for required texts from their music teacher. Third grade students use teacher supplied materials.
What ensembles can I do and when?
What ensembles can I do and when?
3rd Grade Orchestra Lessons take place during the school day, and supplement Encore General Music.
3rd Grade Chorus meets before school
4th and 5th Grade Band and Orchestra small group lessons take place during the school day and supplement General Music
4th and 5th Grade Band, Orchestra, and Chorus rehearse after school
6th, 7th and 8th Grade General Music, Band, Orchestra, and Chorus classes take place during the school day. Ensemble rehearsals take place after school.
When is my lesson?
When is my lesson?
Lesson take place during the school day (not before school). For fourth and fifth graders, lessons take place during WIN. For sixth grade, students are scheduled for their specific instrument choice during ENCORE and will have their lesson based on the letter day cycle. Specific schedules will be communicated at the beginning of the school year.
When are rehearsals?
When are rehearsals?
Rehearsals take place after school at Murray Avenue. Check with your ensemble director for specific dates!
What do I bring for my music lesson?
What do I bring for my music lesson?
All instrumental students must have their instrument in order to participate. Students must also bring their music, lesson book, and a pencil. From time to time, we will also ask students to bring their chromebooks.
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