Buchanan Orchestra
Program Information & Forms
Welcome to the Buchanan Orchestra program! In orchestra, students will learn proper technique on a selected instrument, musicianship, performance etiquette, music theory, aural skills, practice & organizational skills, citizenship, discipline, and teamwork. Orchestra members will have the opportunity to perform in multiple concerts and festivals throughout the year. Our hope is that through their participation in the BHS Orchestra, students will develop a lifelong love and appreciation of music.
Students and parents should review the following information and complete it together. If you have any questions that are not addressed on this page, feel free to contact your director or email us at notes@becmusic.org.
Action Item #1 - Review
Course Information & Expectations
Expectations of students who participate in the Buchanan High School Orchestra are outlined on the BHS Orchestra page on our website. Please click the button below to view. Please do not continue on this page until both parent and student have completely reviewed the entire page!
Action Item #2 - Completed By Parent
Buchanan Instrumental Music Voluntary Field Trip Form
Traveling to events and festivals is an important part of the instrumental music experience. This form will apply to all instrumental music (band, colorguard, orchestra, percussion) local, regional, and out-of-state instrumental music trips, including overnight trips, that occur during a typical school year. Please click the button below to complete the form, then return to this page. To be completed by the parent.
Action Item #3
Items Your Student Needs
Method Book
Each student is encouraged to purchase their own method book. The books we will use in class are listed below. You can purchase a method book directly from our online store (link below), at local music shops, or online. Be sure you purchase the correct book for the instrument your student plays.
1st Period String Orchestra - Habits of a Successful Middle Level String Musician
7th Period Chamber Orchestra - Habits of a Successful String Musician
*Financial Need: In cases of financial need, please complete the loan agreement for each specific item you would like loaned. Loaned items need to be returned at the end of the school year in good condition.
String Orchestra
Chamber Orchestra
Tuner/Metronome
Each student is strongly encouraged to have their own tuner/metronome each day in class. While not required, getting regular, instantaneous tuning feedback will lead to rapid improvement.
Our recommended tuner is the Korg TM70BK Tuner and Metronome Combo with Korg CM-300 Clip-On Microphone. You can purchase a tuner directly from our online store (link below), at local music shops, or online. Be sure it comes with a clip-on contact microphone!
Violins & Violas: The Korg AW-LT100V is an excellent alternative that clips to your scroll.
Action Item #4 - Review/Student Completes
Code of Ethics • Conduct & Expectations • Student Performer Contract
Parents & Students: Please review the BHS Code of Ethics & the Buchanan Instrumental Music Student Conduct & Expectations.
Parents/Guardians: Please review the Buchanan Instrumental Music Parent Expectations.
Students: Please complete the Student Performer Contract.
Action Item #5 - (Optional/Strongly Encouraged)
Form for Medication on Trips
If your student takes any regular medication, or if you anticipate your student needing any type of medication on any out-of-town trip we take, your child’s physician must complete the medication form linked below. This includes prescription and over-the-counter medications. Please click the button below for more information and to access the form. Having this form completed is STRONGLY recommended, though not required, and is no due date. We must have the form on file in the BHS Nurse’s Office before any medication can be taken/administered on an instrumental music trip.
Action Item #6 - Review
Chaperone Volunteer Clearance
If you would like to volunteer to chaperone on any trips this year, you must receive volunteer clearance through CUSD. Please click the button below for more information and to begin the clearance process. If you have completed the process in the past few school years, you may not need to complete it again. Send us a message at notes@becmusic.org and we can check your volunteer status,
Action Item #7 - Parent Completes
Financial Considerations • Parent Pledge & Consent Form
Your Support Makes the Difference!
Thank you for taking the time to read through this important information! Please complete the form below. It must be completed by a parent/guardian, not by the student.
