Tag: mini-camp 2016

Mini-Camp Wrap Up and the New School Year

Dear Parents and Students,

What a successful Mini-Camp!  It was great getting to know the students and watching students also mix it up.  The games were fun and so was sight-reading!

I would like to thank the parents who helped with the food.  Everyone enjoyed the pizza on Wednesday. The warm cookies donated by Tiff’s Treats on Thursday were also a welcome surprise. (Please visit their website here!) Finally, the ice cream social provided my Ms. Johnson was a wonderful way to finish things off!

Special thanks to the student leadership team for their work in putting managing the stage, handling the music, and coordinating the games. It could not have happened without your help!

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For our first day of school tomorrow, please DO NOT bring your instruments.  We will be assigning lockers, discussing procedures, and going through the orchestra handbook. The handbook will be posted online shortly. We will start with instruments on Tuesday.

I’m so excited about this year!

Sincerely,

Dr. Laux

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Last minute mini-camp reminders…

Two last minute reminders about tonight’s mini-camp!!
 
1. Cello players — PLEASE bring your personal instruments if you have one. Our school instruments will be limited.
 
2. Gentlemen — You will be measured for your tuxedos tonight between 7-9 PM. If you are unable to make it tonight, you will most likely have to be measured at the Tuxedo Warehouse.
 
See you all soon!!

Mini-Camp Reminder and RSVP

Hello orchestra students and parents,

This is just a reminder about the Alpharetta High School Orchestra Mini-Camp next week.  The camp will be held on Wednesday, August 3 and Thursday, August 4 from 6:00-9:00 PM in the AHS Auditorium and orchestra room.  This camp is a requirement for all orchestra members.

To clarify, there is no cost for the camp!  We will be serving pizza promptly at 6 PM on Wednesday and end with an ice cream social on Thursday evening.  (Students should plan on eating dinner prior to arrival on Thursday). The camp will be filled with food, fun, and music!

Students should wear comfortable clothes and come equipped with their instrument and bow.  A variety of games will be played so that all of the students can get to know each other (and also get to know their new director!). If students haven’t played their instruments in a while, not to worry — we will be taking time to make sure all instruments are in tune and in good playing order. In addition, we will be reading some new music and working on a few new techniques.

In order for us to plan and order the correct amount of food, please RSVP using this link no later than Sunday, July 31.  https://goo.gl/forms/smmKqVhHGHQ2t0zT2

If you are receiving the message in error, please respond to let me know.  Also, if you have any questions or concerns, I’m happy to help.  Please note my brand new FCS email address:
LauxC {at} fultonschools {dot} org.

I’m looking forward to a great camp and an incredibly musical school year!

Sincerely,

Dr. Laux

Calendar of events is now live!

The 2016-2017 AHS Orchestra calendar is now available online.  Please mark your personal calendars and/or subscribe!

The first event that will take place prior to the start of the school year is our “Bach to School” Orchestra Mini-Camp.  This two-day event on Wednesday, August 3 and Thursday, August 4 will allow students to play together, read some new music, have fun and socialize.  Also, this will be a time for Dr. Laux to meet his new orchestra family! 🙂

Alpharetta High School Orchestra