Students in Prelude Orchestra are the future of Lincoln Park Academy Orchestra. They meet during 4th period and are learning to play an orchestral instrument for the first time. Not only will they learn to play an instrument but they will also be learning to read music, improve aural skills and learn orchestral etiquette.

Materials

  • Black Binder (1"-2")
  • ​Orchestra Expressions Bk. 1
  • Shoulder Rest (violins/violas)
  • Slip Stop (cello/bass)
  • Rosin (specific to instrument)
  • Cleaning Cloth
  • Tuner/Metronome w/ tuning clip
  • Music Stand (for at home practice)

Concert Uniform

Each school concert our students are to be dressed in professional concert black attire. Please ensure that your child has everything he/she needs to look their best.

Girls

Long black skirts will be provided by LPA however, students are responsible for getting skirts hemmed to floor length.
Un-hemmed skirts are not acceptable. Girls will also need:
  • White button up top with collar and long sleeves or 3/4 sleeves
  • Black closed-toe flats (small heel is okay)
  • Hair should be pulled back and out of face
  • Jewlery should be modest and not bulky

Boys

Tuxedo vests will be provided by LPA.
Tuxedo pants must be hemmed to appropriate length.  Un-hemmed pants are not acceptable. Boys will also need:
  • Black dress shoes
  • Black dress socks
  • White Tuxedo Shirt
  • Black Bow Tie
  • Hair combed and styled out of face
Here are some links to help you find the right style so that all of the students are in uniform. You are free to purchase elsewhere however style must match closely as possible.