Beginning Strings (Period 2)
Course Description
An introductory class on the Orchestral Strings that includes violin, viola, cello, and contrabass. See syllabus in FILES.
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Trip Update: NEED RESPONSE ASAP
Good morning El Sereno music parents/families,
I am still missing a significant portion of health forms and trip slips from students regarding the May 3rd LAUSD District Festival and Music in the Parks. Even if students are not attending, we need to know so that if needed, we can go ahead and cancel the trips or modify ticket numbers, for example for Knott's. It will make a huge difference in our remaining balance as well if less students attend.
Please reply and confirm that your student is participating in these trips:
May 3rd LAUSD All district Arts Festival
May 17th Music in the Parks (Knott's)
Mariachi has two additional trips that are separate from the department trips. One on April 30th to CSULA and another for LA County Fair on May 4th.
Again, please reply and let me know if students will be in fact participating in these trips.
Thank you for your assistance!
Respectfully,
Mrs. Austin, Music Director, El Sereno Middle School
Elementary Performances
Dear ESMS Music parents/families,
Select music students will be performing for our incoming 6th grade class Wednesday and Thursday. Students from various elementary schools will be on campus tomorrow morning visiting and our music students will be welcoming them in. Students in orchestra or guitar are encouraged to wear a simple black top/shirt for the performance; Mariachi will dress in their full suits. Students will be cleared from periods 1-3. Any questions, please call 323-224-4700.
Thank you!
Estimados padres/familias de Música de ESMS:
Algunos estudiantes de música se presentarán para nuestra clase de 6.º grado el miércoles y jueves. Estudiantes de varias escuelas primarias estarán en el campus mañana por la mañana de visita y nuestros estudiantes de música les darán la bienvenida. Se anima a los estudiantes de orquesta o guitarra a usar una camiseta o blusa negra sencilla para la presentación; los mariachis vestirán sus trajes completos. Los estudiantes estarán libres de los periodos 1 a 3. Si tienen alguna pregunta, por favor llamen al 323-224-4700.
¡Gracias!
-Mrs. Austin
concert dress attire and itinerary
Dear ESMS Music Parents:
The time has come! We are 8 DAYS away from our Spring Concert on April 2, 2025!
As we are working steadily toward a strong end of the year, we are asking for the following to help our concert go smoothly.
1. Concert Dress:
By now our students are pros, but if you need help, you can scan this code and see what works for our concert dress. White tops and black bottoms, white and black mix, or all-black FORMAL wear. Mariachi is in their uniforms or concert dress.
2. Night Concert - (4/2/25)
The evening portion of the concert will commence at 6:00 PM, with a 4:30 PM call time for students to tune and warm up. All students should be dressed and ready! We will have a few teachers helping supervise students during this time.
3. VOLUNTEER/DONATION: If you are interested in helping by running concessions or donating to the concessions, please look at the list we have attached. All donations must be dropped off at school by 4/1/25 (except for ice).
ALL STUDENTS WILL BE EXPECTED TO STAY UNTIL THE END OF THE SHOW TO STRIKE DOWN AND CLEAN UP.
This concert is considered your student’s MIDTERM for the semester.
If you have any questions regarding any part of this memo, feel free to contact Mrs. Austin at 323-224-4700
Thank you!
Yearbook Photos
Dear Families,
I hope this message finds you well. I want to remind you that yearbook photos will be taken in the auditorium on Tuesday. Please ensure that your child wears their concert attire, as jeans, hoodies, or sweatpants will not be allowed. Concert white and black clothing is acceptable - Mariachi will be wearing their suits.
Thank you for your cooperation!
Best regards,
Mrs. Austin
Estimadas familias:
Espero que este mensaje les llegue bien. Quiero recordarles que las fotos del anuario se tomarán en el auditorio el martes. Asegúrese de que su hijo use su atuendo para el concierto, ya que no se permitirán jeans, sudaderas con capucha ni pantalones deportivos. Se permite la vestimenta blanca y negra para el concierto; los mariachis usarán sus trajes.
¡Gracias por su cooperación!
Atentamente,
Sra. Austin
Sra. Austin
No Music at Conferences Today 2/27
Dear Music Parents,
I regret to inform you that I will not be able to attend the parent conferences today due to my illness. Unfortunately, I have not had sufficient time to recover, and my voice is not at its best.
However, I would be more than happy to reschedule our meeting for a later date. Please feel free to reach out if you would like to arrange a new time by calling 323-224-4700 or emailing me at [email protected]
Thank you for your understanding.
Queridos padres musicales,
Lamento informarles que no podré asistir a las conferencias de padres de hoy debido a mi enfermedad. Desafortunadamente, no he tenido tiempo suficiente para recuperarme y mi voz no está en su mejor momento.
Sin embargo, estaría más que feliz de reprogramar nuestra reunión para una fecha posterior. No dude en comunicarse si desea programar un nuevo horario llamando al 323-224-4700 o enviándome un correo electrónico a [email protected]
Gracias por su comprensión.
Sincerely/Sinceramente,
Mrs. Austin
Important Music Practice Information
Dear Families,
Thank you for your continued support in your child's music education. I would like to remind you that music students are required to practice for one or two hours during the week. They can split this time as they see fit throughout the week, as long as the total adds up to 60-120 minutes. All beginner students must complete 60 minutes; returning second or third year students must complete at least 120 minutes.
Instruments are available for all students to take home daily or on the weekends. If you have any questions, please feel free to email me at [email protected].
Thank you!
Mrs. Austin
Estimadas familias:
Gracias por su continuo apoyo a la educación musical de sus hijos. Me gustaría recordarles que los estudiantes de música deben practicar una o dos horas a la semana. Pueden dividir este tiempo como lo consideren conveniente a lo largo de la semana, siempre que el total sume entre 60 y 120 minutos. Todos los estudiantes principiantes deben completar 60 minutos; los estudiantes de segundo o tercer año que regresan deben completar al menos 120 minutos.
Los instrumentos están disponibles para que todos los estudiantes se los lleven a casa todos los días o los fines de semana. Si tiene alguna pregunta, no dude en enviarme un correo electrónico a [email protected].
¡Gracias!
Sra. Austin
Winter Concert on Wednesday!
Dear ESMS Music Students and Families:
Hello everyone!
Reminder that we our concert is THIS WEDNESDAY from 6-7PM and our students are expected on campus by 4:30 to tune up and run through the concert. If I did not receive any letter or phone call regarding your student missing, then your student is expected at ESMS this Wednesday for their final concert that will be graded!
We still need parent volunteers to help with concessions and just general help during the concert, so please reach out to Ms. Austin at 323-379-9480. The Music Booster Club will be present, so it would be great for them to have extra hands on deck to assist.
If you have any questions, you can reply here or send me a message to the number in the email.
Thank you and see you on Wednesday!
Best,
Mrs. Austin
Estimados estudiantes de música de ESMS y familias:
¡Hola a todos!
Recordatorio: nuestro concierto es ESTE MIÉRCOLES de 6 a 7 p. m. y se espera que nuestros estudiantes estén en el campus a las 4:30 p. m. para afinar y repasar el concierto. Si no recibí ninguna carta ni llamada telefónica sobre la ausencia de su estudiante, se espera que esté en ESMS este miércoles para su concierto final, que será calificado.
Todavía necesitamos padres voluntarios para ayudar con las concesiones y ayuda general durante el concierto, así que comuníquese con la Sra. Austin al 323-379-9480. El Music Booster Club estará presente, por lo que sería genial que tuvieran manos adicionales disponibles para ayudar.
Si tienes alguna pregunta puedes responder aquí o enviarme un mensaje al número que figura en el correo electrónico.
¡Gracias y nos vemos el miércoles!
Mejor,
Señora Austin
Winter Concert UPDATE
Urgent: Winter Concert Preparation – Immediate Attention Needed!
Dear ESMS Music Students and Parents/Guardians,
As we approach the Winter Concert on December 11, all students must take responsibility for their practice outside class. This is not optional—practice is essential for our success individually and as a group.
- Each student has an instrument assigned to them, and these instruments are available to check out for home practice. Students can also come during lunch to practice in the music room.
-2nd-year students are required to practice a minimum of 120 minutes (2 hours) per week.
- Next week, we will begin full rehearsals on stage with the complete concert set list, so students must come prepared.
As we get ready for Fall Break, I have prepped students and told them that their assignment over break is to take their instruments home to practice their concert repertoire. We are training muscles, ears, and minds—practice is critical to achieving a successful performance. Please talk to your child about the importance of self-motivation and how their effort contributes to the success of the entire group.
We need everyone to be fully committed as we prepare for the concert. I will be sending out more information on the concert day and attire next week.
If you have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out to me at [email protected].
Thank you for your support!
Urgente: Preparación para el concierto de invierno: ¡se necesita atención inmediata!
Estimados estudiantes de música de ESMS y padres/tutores:
A medida que nos acercamos al Concierto de Invierno el 11 de diciembre, todos los estudiantes deben asumir la responsabilidad de su práctica fuera de clase. Esto no es opcional: la práctica es esencial para nuestro éxito individual y como grupo.
- Cada estudiante tiene un instrumento asignado y estos instrumentos están disponibles para practicar en casa. Los estudiantes también pueden venir durante el almuerzo para practicar en la sala de música.
-Los estudiantes de 2do año deben practicar un mínimo de 120 minutos (2 horas) por semana.
- La próxima semana comenzaremos los ensayos completos en el escenario con la lista completa del concierto, por lo que los estudiantes deben venir preparados.
Mientras nos preparamos para las vacaciones de otoño, preparé a los estudiantes y les dije que su tarea durante las vacaciones es llevar sus instrumentos a casa para practicar su repertorio de concierto. Estamos entrenando músculos, oídos y mentes; la práctica es fundamental para lograr un desempeño exitoso. Hable con su hijo sobre la importancia de la automotivación y cómo su esfuerzo contribuye al éxito de todo el grupo.
Necesitamos que todos estén completamente comprometidos mientras nos preparamos para el concierto. Enviaré más información sobre el día del concierto y la vestimenta la próxima semana.
Si tiene alguna pregunta o inquietud, no dude en comunicarse conmigo en [email protected].
-Mrs. Austin
Join us for our annual Winter Concert
Chocolate Sale
Dear ESMS Music students and families:
Our annual chocolate sale is starting soon! In preparation for the chocolate sales, the Music Department has begun speaking to your child about the sales and expectations.
Important details:
1. Each student would be responsible for a minimum sale of 1 box of chocolate.
2. The sale will be held from 10/21-11/1
3. Money collected will be used to purchase items such as competition entrance fees, 8th-grade medals, and music certificates.
4. Students are not allowed to sell DURING SCHOOL HOURS.
5. Each box is valued at $60. Once students turn in the permission slip and collect their box, they are responsible for these funds.
6. Money must be turned in to Ms. Austin to receive an additional box.
7. There will be a 3rd, 2nd, and Grand prize for the most chocolates sold! Awards will be announced soon.
Your student will receive their first box of chocolate next week. If every student sells one box, we can reach our goal of $4,000. Please help us support them by spreading the word about our fundraising efforts.
I will accept digital signatures for the chocolate sale. See attachment. Chocolate Sale Permission Slip 2024
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the sale, contact Ms. Austin at 323-224-4700.
Thank you for your continued support!
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Estimadas familias del Departamento de Música de ESMS,
¡Nuestra venta anual de chocolate comenzará pronto! Como preparación para las ventas de chocolate, el Departamento de Música ha comenzado a hablar con su hijo sobre las ventas y las expectativas.
Detalles importantes:
- Cada estudiante sería responsable de una venta mínima de 1 caja de chocolate..
- La venta se realizará del 21/10 al 1/11.
- El dinero recaudado se utilizará para comprar artículos como entradas a competencias, medallas de octavo grado y certificados de música.
- Los estudiantes no pueden vender DURANTE EL HORARIO ESCOLAR.
- Cada caja tiene un valor de $60. Una vez que los estudiantes entreguen la hoja de permiso y recojan su caja, son responsables de estos fondos..
- Se debe entregar el dinero a la Sra. Austin para recibir una caja adicional..
- ¡Habrá un tercer, segundo y gran premio para el mayor número de chocolates vendidos! Los premios se anunciarán pronto..
Su estudiante recibirá su primera caja de chocolate la próxima semana. Si cada estudiante vende una caja, podemos alcanzar nuestra meta de $4,000. Ayúdenos a apoyarlos haciendo correr la voz sobre nuestros esfuerzos de recaudación de fondos..
Aceptaré firmas digitales para la venta de chocolate. Descargue el formulario/captura de pantalla y envíeme por correo electrónico el formulario completo a [email protected]
Si tiene alguna pregunta o inquietud sobre la venta, comuníquese con la Sra. Austin al 323-224-4700.
¡Gracias por su continuo apoyo!
