Chamber Orchestra - Krijnen - 2(A)-2(A) Assignments
- Instructor
- Aryn Krijnen
- Term
- 2026-2027 Academic Term
- Department
- Music
- Description
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September 2026
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Upcoming Assignments
Due:
*Reminder* Formal Orchestra Uniform Fitting - Wednesday & Thursday
Hey Kids !
Our formal orchestra uniform fitting will happen Wednesday, Sept 16th and Thursday, Sept 17th.
Please talk to your parents/guardian to find out when you are signed up to come to the MPR for your fitting. (6th graders - I highly recommend a parent/ guardian comes with you this first time)
Don't mark this assignment as, "complete" until you have actually gone in for your fitting.
Our formal orchestra uniform fitting will happen Wednesday, Sept 16th and Thursday, Sept 17th.
Please talk to your parents/guardian to find out when you are signed up to come to the MPR for your fitting. (6th graders - I highly recommend a parent/ guardian comes with you this first time)
Don't mark this assignment as, "complete" until you have actually gone in for your fitting.
Due:
Evil Eye - Playing Quiz - Next Wednesday
Hello Everyone,
1st violin - measures 90-106
2nd violin - measures 106-117
viola - measures 105-116
cello - measures 94-110
bass - measures 94-110
I have also added the rubric that I will be using to grade you.
Pay close attention to the accidentals, intonation, and overall tone.
Work on consistently playing in the correct part of the bow (ex. tremolo = tip, and accents = at the frog)
Do your best and forget the rest!
Happy Practicing,
Mrs. K
1st violin - measures 90-106
2nd violin - measures 106-117
viola - measures 105-116
cello - measures 94-110
bass - measures 94-110
I have also added the rubric that I will be using to grade you.
Pay close attention to the accidentals, intonation, and overall tone.
Work on consistently playing in the correct part of the bow (ex. tremolo = tip, and accents = at the frog)
Do your best and forget the rest!
Happy Practicing,
Mrs. K
Due:
Disneyland t-shirt Design Contest
DISNEYLAND SHIRT CONTEST
This contest is for any music student in Advanced and Chamber to design the image for the back of the Disneyland trip t-shirt. The winning artwork will be used for the entire music program!
Your design needs to include “Fisher Music Disneyland Trip 2027” Please submit (1) square logo design on white paper (no lined/notebook paper please) to your music teacher.
Please trace over any drawings with a black marker and erase any pencil marks, so the design is legible.
You may also use Canva to create a digital design.
Only one entry per student may be submitted.
The artist is responsible for ensuring that the artwork submitted is an original piece and that the design submitted is not copyrighted. YOU MAY NOT USE ANY DISNEY IMAGES. (no Mickey ears, no castle, no Disney font, etc)
Designs can be submitted until Friday, Oct 2nd. We will vote in class between October 5th-9th.
This contest is for any music student in Advanced and Chamber to design the image for the back of the Disneyland trip t-shirt. The winning artwork will be used for the entire music program!
Your design needs to include “Fisher Music Disneyland Trip 2027” Please submit (1) square logo design on white paper (no lined/notebook paper please) to your music teacher.
Please trace over any drawings with a black marker and erase any pencil marks, so the design is legible.
You may also use Canva to create a digital design.
Only one entry per student may be submitted.
The artist is responsible for ensuring that the artwork submitted is an original piece and that the design submitted is not copyrighted. YOU MAY NOT USE ANY DISNEY IMAGES. (no Mickey ears, no castle, no Disney font, etc)
Designs can be submitted until Friday, Oct 2nd. We will vote in class between October 5th-9th.
Due:
Orchestra Sweatshirt Contest - Now accepting designs
ORCHESTRA SWEATSHIRT CONTEST
This contest is for any music student to design the logo for the coveted 2026- 2027 Sweatshirt! The winning artwork will be displayed on the specific ensemble sweatshirt. You will also receive a free sweatshirt with your winning design.
Your design needs to include “2026-2027” and “Fisher Orchestra” Please submit (1) landscape logo design on white paper (no lined/notebook paper please) to your music teacher.
Please trace over any drawings with a black sharpie and erase any pencil marks, so the design is legible.
You may also use Canva to create a digital design.
Only one entry per student may be submitted.
The artist is responsible for ensuring that the artwork submitted is an original piece and that the design submitted is not copyrighted. Designs can be submitted until Friday, October 2nd. We will vote in class between October 5th-9th.
*please be sure to add your full name in pencil on the back of the design.
This contest is for any music student to design the logo for the coveted 2026- 2027 Sweatshirt! The winning artwork will be displayed on the specific ensemble sweatshirt. You will also receive a free sweatshirt with your winning design.
Your design needs to include “2026-2027” and “Fisher Orchestra” Please submit (1) landscape logo design on white paper (no lined/notebook paper please) to your music teacher.
Please trace over any drawings with a black sharpie and erase any pencil marks, so the design is legible.
You may also use Canva to create a digital design.
Only one entry per student may be submitted.
The artist is responsible for ensuring that the artwork submitted is an original piece and that the design submitted is not copyrighted. Designs can be submitted until Friday, October 2nd. We will vote in class between October 5th-9th.
*please be sure to add your full name in pencil on the back of the design.
Due:
*Optional* All-State Orchestra Auditions (Recordings are due Oct 31st)
Dear Chamber Strings Families,
Our Chamber Strings students have the opportunity to audition for the California All-State Junior High Orchestra.
If chosen, students are invited to attend the California All-State Music Conference that will be held from January 14th-17th in Sacramento. If your child is interested, they need to start practicing and preparing for the audition right away.
The music must be prepared on students own time. Working with a private instructor is highly recommended.
**If you need help, please let me know by the end of September.
There is a $55 application fee and all audition material is due on Thursday, October 30th at 9pm.
If you are interested in auditioning, please find and complete the "CODA Student Information Collection Form" and either email it to me or give me a hard copy by Friday, Sept 25th.
**New this year** They are hosting a "Super Saturday" on Saturday, Sept 19th to help students prepare for the audition. To sign up students will need to use my school email: [email protected]
Please follow the links below for more information.
Let me know if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Krijnen
Our Chamber Strings students have the opportunity to audition for the California All-State Junior High Orchestra.
If chosen, students are invited to attend the California All-State Music Conference that will be held from January 14th-17th in Sacramento. If your child is interested, they need to start practicing and preparing for the audition right away.
The music must be prepared on students own time. Working with a private instructor is highly recommended.
**If you need help, please let me know by the end of September.
There is a $55 application fee and all audition material is due on Thursday, October 30th at 9pm.
If you are interested in auditioning, please find and complete the "CODA Student Information Collection Form" and either email it to me or give me a hard copy by Friday, Sept 25th.
**New this year** They are hosting a "Super Saturday" on Saturday, Sept 19th to help students prepare for the audition. To sign up students will need to use my school email: [email protected]
Please follow the links below for more information.
Let me know if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Krijnen
Past Assignments
Due:
Bay Section Honor Orchestra - Interested?? (Optional)
Below is a google form to let me know if you are interested and are available to participate. Please discuss your options with your family before submitting the form.
Requirements for nomination:
*Check availability – Students must be available for Friday, October 30th and Saturday, October 31st
*Students fill out the form in Google Classroom. Due Friday, Sept 11th.
*Nomination limit – Each director may nominate up to 5 students; final selection will be made by the CMEA committee
*Fee & paperwork – The participation fee is $125. All paperwork is due Friday, October 9th
*Music preparation – Mrs. Krijnen will provide music for students to learn and prepare in advance.
*Conference & rehearsals – Selected students must attend the Bay Section
Rehearsals happen at San José State.
Honor Group 2026 Timeline
Student Nominations Open
Nominations Close
Directors/Students Notified of Admission
All Music Mailed/Shared to Participants via Google Drive
Payment Deadline/Medical and Release Forms Due
Reminder Email Sent of all Details
Final Email
Conference
**All Concerts will conclude by 2:30pm on 10/31**
Due:
Mandatory Disneyland Meeting - This Wednesday
Disneyland Mandatory Parent Meeting
- Advanced and Chamber Orchestras (not including 6th grade students)
- Wednesday, Sept 9th at 5:30pm via zoom
- Please look for the link sent out by Mr. Miller via Parent Square early this week
- Advanced and Chamber Orchestras (not including 6th grade students)
- Wednesday, Sept 9th at 5:30pm via zoom
- Please look for the link sent out by Mr. Miller via Parent Square early this week
Due:
Formal Orchestra Uniform - Parents need to complete Form by Friday, Sept 4th
Hello Orchestra Students,
Below is the information that was sent to your parents regarding formal uniforms. Your parents need to complete the form via Parentsquare by Friday, September 4th. Please let me know if you have any questions and we will discuss this more in class...
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Students have the choice of two attire options. Please check with your students to see which option they would like to wear before paying if you are purchasing.
Option 1: Black Velvet Top with Skirt/Pants
Option 2: White Collared Shirt and Black Dress Pants
Below are the concert attire options, guidelines, and care instructions for this school year.
Please fill out the form below for enrolled in the music program.
Keep an eye out for a follow-up post next week to sign up for a uniform fitting appointment.
For formal concerts, choose one option:
Borrowed attire is free to use but . Borrowed items must be returned clean at the end of the year—
Choir Dresses ($90), Band/Orchestra Skirt & Blouse ($90), or White Shirt & Black Dress Pants ($60).
You may buy your own items for the White Collared Shirt and Black Dress Pants option (please see attached uniform photo)
Fittings are required for borrowing from the school or purchasing through the music boosters. Sign-ups will open next week. Fittings will take place on:
Returning 7th & 8th-grade students only.
All students.
Pants should be hemmed to a half-break, and dresses hemmed to allow easy walking. Use (do not cut fabric). - Clothes must be wrinkle-free; use low heat with a press cloth between the iron and garment.
Solid black, closed-toe dress shoes, flats, or 1–1.5” heels. Wear solid black dress socks with pants, or skin-toned/black tights with dresses.
Hair must be secured out of the face using small, neutral clips or headbands (black or hair-colored only). Makeup must look natural and subtle. Only small, simple jewelry is allowed to prevent performance distractions.
All borrowed attire must be returned clean with temporary hems removed after the final concert of the year.
Remove brooches/accessories. Wash separately on a gentle cycle with cold water (no bleach). Tumble dry on medium-high heat for 10–15 minutes, then hang damp on a plastic hanger to air dry wrinkle-free.
Machine wash in warm water, tumble dry, and hang immediately to prevent wrinkles.
Wash separately on a gentle cycle with cold water (no bleach).
Thank you for your support in keeping our musicians looking sharp!
Best regards,
Due:
Take your Instruments and Binders Home !!!
Hello kids!
Be sure to bring your instruments and music home to practice this weekend. We need to get ourselves into good habits of bringing our music home to practice :)
Practice quizzes coming next week for all classes!
Be sure to bring your instruments and music home to practice this weekend. We need to get ourselves into good habits of bringing our music home to practice :)
Practice quizzes coming next week for all classes!
Due:
Orchestra Syllabus
Hello Everyone,
I wanted to send you a soft copy of our orchestra syllabus for your reference throughout the year.
Please take a look at our performance calendar since it is a little different than previous years.
We will go over this in class together, have your parents sign the last page and collect the cut-off portion as your first grade in Powerschool.
If you every need to miss a concert, please remember to fill out the "Performance Conflict Form" found as a link in the syllabus 2 weeks before the concert.
Let me know if you have any questions.
Mrs. K
I wanted to send you a soft copy of our orchestra syllabus for your reference throughout the year.
Please take a look at our performance calendar since it is a little different than previous years.
We will go over this in class together, have your parents sign the last page and collect the cut-off portion as your first grade in Powerschool.
If you every need to miss a concert, please remember to fill out the "Performance Conflict Form" found as a link in the syllabus 2 weeks before the concert.
Let me know if you have any questions.
Mrs. K