Links

[|Zeswitz Music Store] - A representative from Zeswitz visits Parkland elementary schools every Thurs. during the academic year to pick up repairs and other supplies ordered by Parkland staff and families. The phone number for the store is 877-480-8224. The school rep from Zeswitz to Parkland School District is Mr. Rob Deiner (email: rob@zeswitzmusic.com ).

Nazareth Music Store - Although the district has chosen to use Zeswitz (see above) for our rental program and repairs, Nazareth is in fact the quality full-service instrumental music store that is nearest in proximity to the Parkland School District. We think highly of their quality instruments, pricing, and repair service, and encourage Parkland families to check them out. Their store phone number is: 610-759-3072.

Private Lesson Instructors - Although getting lessons outside of school for your child is not required, it is always recommended! Struggling instrumentalists gain confidence when they get one-on-one lessons from an instrument specialist. Promising, high-performing instrumentalists get the challenge and interest they need in private lessons. Click this link for a list of teachers (with contact info) in our area.

Elementary Band WIKI - Looking for free downloadable music (i.e. fun songs, holiday carols, and more), fingering review flash cards, videos that explain how to assemble and/or clean your instrument, informative podcasts, or links to free music programs? Many of the WARM-UPS and SONG SHEETS we use can be downloaded from this WIKI. Check out elementaryinstrumental.wikispaces.com for all this and more. Especially be sure to check out the LINKS PAGE on this WIKI!

http://www.noteflight.com - A great, FREE, web-based (online) music notation program. You don't need to download anything; just log on and start writing music. You do need to establish a (free) account with an email address. KIDS: Be sure you get your parent's permission and help with this.

SmartMusic - A fantastic program for use with our lesson book in 4th and 5th grade - consider this, especially if you want to "go further." SmartMusic plays accompaniment tracks for student assignments, but it does MUCH more, including scrolling on-screen music and feedback on which notes were played right/wrong. It also comes with a tuner and metronome. You download the program here but have to subscribe each year to use it.

Parkland School District Website - The main portal for Parkland School District families, with links to district happenings, calendar, and information.

musictheory.net - This is a really well-done website for learning and drilling the basics of music theory. Use it to learn how to read notes on the staff, understand the various rhythms, and much more.