Laurel Nokomis School has the largest interactive music programs in
the county. We now have a new 6th grade band and orchestra program for
example.
6th,7th, 8th graders: - are continuing lessons on violin with Mr.
Millner. Students meet after school from 3:15-4:00 pm in group lessons on
Tuesdays. There is no fee other than $7.00 for violin book on positions.
Orchestra meets with Miss Rycyk daily.
4th & 5th graders: - are continuing to study violin during the day as
part of their musical instruction for 2nd & 4th quarters. Select 5th grade
students meet after school on Wednesdays from 3:15-4:00 pm for group
instruction. There is no fee other than $7.00 for violin book. Music stands
are provided. Summer lessons are offered with Mr. Millner beginning in June.
3rd graders: - study the recorder 2nd quarter to learn to read music.
Recorders are $6.00 plus tax from Mr. Millner including all accessories or
$1.00-$2.00 at Walmart or the Dollar Store. Fourth quarter 3rd grade students
are given the chance to study the violin - a real instrument.
2nd graders: - are encouraged to purchase a recorder to use over the
summer to "get ahead" and prepare for third grade. ($6.00 plus tax)
Violins are "free" for use in class. Violins may be rented for $12.00
for students wanting to take it home to improve their skills. (3rd,4th,5th g.)
Middle school students explore violin, viola, cello and bass.
Questions may be directed to Mr. Millner at
Robert_Millner@sarasota.k12.fl.us or 485-3437.
