Welcome to PMSS Strings, offering instruction on bowed string instruments (violin, viola, cello and double bass) through diverse repertoire.
Term 3 Playing Test material: "King of Pop", bars 64-80.
Class Schedule: The 2017-18 Strings schedule will be: Tuesdays 4:30-6:30, Thursday 3:00-4:10.
For the foreseeable future, there are no rehearsals scheduled with or at Heritage Woods.
Beginners regularly meet for extra help on Thursday mornings, 7:45-8:20 (in addition to Strings Orchestra class).
This year's Strings orchestra is bigger than ever! Thanks for being part of our ongoing success! ML
Strings Retreat 2018: Port Moody Strings will be enjoying a retreat to Alexandra Neighbourhood House April 6-7 (overnight) in Surrey/White Rock. Cost per student in $95. The itinerary is as follows:
Fri., April 6 |
3:00pm- bus leaves PMSS for Alexandra Neighbourhood House by school bus |
4:00pm- PMSS arrives at Camp Alexandra and sets up 4:45 – Full ensemble rehearsal |
6:00pm – dinner in the Dining Hall |
7:00pm-8:30pm – tutti rehearsal/clinic |
9:00 – 10:30pm – hot chocolate and evening group activities |
10:30-11:00 – prep for sleep 11:00 pm lights out |
Sat., April 7 |
8:00am - Breakfast |
9:00am – sectional/small ensemble rehearsal |
10:00am full rehearsal 10:45 – group photo |
12:00pm - Lunch |
1:00pm – load bus and depart to PMSS |
2:00pm- arrive at PMSS |
What to bring
- your instrument - extra strings, rosin etc. recommended
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- your music folder & pencil
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- wash cloth and bathing towel
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- travel alarm (optional)/phone
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- CDs or mp3 player with appropriate choice of music (optional)/phone
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