What materials do I need for band or orchestra? Click here for the link to materials information. Scroll to the bottom of the link to print a copy.
What instruments are available for rent from the school? We have an limited number of cellos, basses, euphoniums, f horns, bassoons, bass clarinets, and tubas available for rent for the school year. Please contact Ms. Sawyer for availability and rental fees.
What fees are associated with being in band or orchestra? There are no required fees for joining band or orchestra; however, we do require a yearly subscription to Smartmusic ($25) and the purchase of a performance polo ($21).
What are the time commitments outside of the school day for band and orchestra? All rehearsals are typically during the school day and are part of the electives offered at SMS. There are four required school concerts (one per quarter) throughout the year that happen in the evening. 7th and 8th grade students also participate in festivals and activities that usually land within the school day.
Smartmusic FAQ
There is red and green all over my page. What's wrong? 1. Do you have headphones plugged in? 2. Have you calibrated your mic? 3. Have you selected the correct instrument?
What is my username? You username is usually your school login.
I typed in the correct username and password and it won't let me in. What do I do? Try resetting your password. An email will go to your school email or Ms. Sawyer's email to reset it to the password Ms. Sawyer gave you.
How do I know there is an assignment due? Assessments are due almost every Thursday at midnight. Go to your Dashboard and check the "Pending Assignments" box to see if you have outstanding assignments.
I still have questions. How do I contact customer service for Smartmusic? Most questions can be answered in the online help desk. To access that site click here.