Orchestra - Rock Ridge Elementary

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Orchestra

Rock Ridge Orchestra

Welcome to Rock Ridge Orchestra! We are able to offer this exciting performing arts program because of the outreach and support of the Colorado Chamber Orchestra through DCEIM along with our administration. Students will have the opportunity to learn and perform on traditional string orchestra instruments: Violin, Viola, Cello and Bass.

Mr. Fowler is excited to be teaching at Renaissance Elementary Magnet School this year! He has been involved in music his whole life, primarily playing saxophone, but also enjoys playing guitar, piano, trombone, among a few others in his free time. Mr. Fowler got his undergraduate degree from The New School in jazz studies and recently got his Masters in Music Education and teaching certification from CU Boulder. In addition to music, Mr. Fowler enjoys spending his time hiking, playing video games, and reading with his partner and cat, Poppy.

Introduction video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EmeXEUgUEVo

We rehearse after school every Thursday right down the hall from the music room in Ms. Donohue's classroom.
Beginning Orchestra - Every Thursday from 3:30-4:45pm
Intermediate Orchestra - Every Thursday from 4:45-6:00pm

**Exact rehearsal dates may be found on the Rock Ridge Music specials calendar!

Students currently in grades 4-6 are welcome to join the program, below are some links to register and learn more about this fantastic opportunity that just came to Douglas County!

DCEIM Homepage: DCEIM Homepage
Mr. Fowler: [email protected]

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