APPENDIX IV - PRIVATE LESSONS
Private lessons give the music student a chance to progress at an accelerated rate towards the mastery of his/her instrument. The private instructor is able to work with the student on an individual level, gearing the lessons to fit the specific needs of the performer. The student is able to hear the improvement in playing almost immediately, unlike the full band setting where players can “hide” or cover their areas of inexperience by allowing stronger players to carry the weight of the section.
At Cherokee Bluff, the band program can benefit greatly by the utilization of the fine instructors who teach in the metro-Atlanta area. All students are encouraged to study privately. Past experiences show that these students achieve a greater level of musicianship, and in most cases acceptance to more honor organizations as a result of the assistance of a “specialist” on their instrument.
The cost per lesson varies with the instructor, as does the location. Some teach at home, others at area music stores, and some of our neighboring universities. It is well worth the time and effort of scheduling lessons if the student can achieve higher ranking in his musical ensembles. Letter points are available for those who continue private study, but the overall rewards will be realized through better playing, more exposure to music, and increased satisfaction on the part of the students. A list of private instructors will be provided through the band office as teacher schedules become available.
At Cherokee Bluff, the band program can benefit greatly by the utilization of the fine instructors who teach in the metro-Atlanta area. All students are encouraged to study privately. Past experiences show that these students achieve a greater level of musicianship, and in most cases acceptance to more honor organizations as a result of the assistance of a “specialist” on their instrument.
The cost per lesson varies with the instructor, as does the location. Some teach at home, others at area music stores, and some of our neighboring universities. It is well worth the time and effort of scheduling lessons if the student can achieve higher ranking in his musical ensembles. Letter points are available for those who continue private study, but the overall rewards will be realized through better playing, more exposure to music, and increased satisfaction on the part of the students. A list of private instructors will be provided through the band office as teacher schedules become available.