The orchestra program begins at the 5th grade.
Classes will begin at Dover Middle School at 7:15AM. Transportation to Dover Avenue is provided by the district.
Violinists will meet on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Violists and Cellists will meet on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Join us on September 5th at Dover High School at 7:00pm for more information on the program, an opportunity to get your student sized for an instrument, and even rent an instrument as well.

Is Orchestra the Right Choice for My Student?
At Dover City Schools, we believe music is for everyone.
With three thriving programs (band, choir and orchestra), how do you pick?
Learning to play a string instrument requires patience, dexterity, and tenacity.
If these are qualities that you see in your student or they are qualities you want to build in your student,
Orchestra is for you!

How Do I Get An Instrument?
Dover City Schools is blessed to have a limited stock of school-owned instruments.
These are loaned out to students who could not otherwise afford an instrument.
Students are held financially responsible for any loss. 

Be Wary of Buying Instruments Online
&
Avoid Buying An Instrument for a 5th Grader

There is a more extensive guide on buying or renting an instrument in the 'Resource' tab.

Here are two local shops that will rent out quality instruments for your student to play.
Stearns Violins in Hartville
Off the Wall Music in New Philadelphia 

If you have any questions regarding an instrument's quality, feel free to reach out to Mr. Rutter.

5th Grade Google Classroom Code: 7 w m h c q b