Round Rock Academy of  Music

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9/20/2022

 

Hello parents and students,

 

            I hope that this time of the school year finds you in good spirits and some sense of eagerness near the end of this semester.  

 

• The reason for this email is to inform you of a couple of books that we need you to order for your children  ....   (for your children's' instrument)

 

 

 

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• I need to remind you of the requirements for your children's band grade…   

  • All students need to practice as their homework portion of their average grade.   The charts are linked on both MyHP and the rracademyofmusic.com  website.  All charts are due Monday listing the students name, number of minutes practiced listed out daily and a parent signature.   Each PC is worth 10 points.    This in one area that then students have the greatest control over their grade in band.   The grade posted in MyHP lists the lowest grade possible.   The grades will go up from there. 

 

• I also wish you to inform you of events for the 22-23 school year

  • Here are some dates that are still pending approval.   Here are some known dates:

    • Adv and Beg play for 5th grade    (Oct TBA)

    • Christmas Concert          12/6/22

    • Solo and Ensemble         4/1/23

    • Band Spring Concert       5/18/23

    • Fine Arts Showcase         5/11/23

 

        These dates are subject to change.  

 

I hope that this information will beneficial and instructive. 

Please feel free to contact me with any questions.  

 

Thank you,

 

Gary Frock

512 922 9101

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8-11-2022

 

        Welcome to the new chapter of RRAM offered through your schools.   I have received numerous emails regarding band for next year.  We are in a rebuilding mode and hope that this program can grow and spread joy to many.

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        Please check out my RRAM website and bookmark it as a resource for general information regarding the band program as well as details for future events.  I use the Home Page to send out announcements.  I use this method of communication throughout the school year.   

 

        Why does the organization have the name “Round Rock Academy of Music” and not your school?   I also teach at other schools.   We perform as a larger group combining our sounds and talents in concert together.   I could not convince Hyde Park students to become members of the other school's band nor could I talk the students from the other school into joining the Hyde Park band, hence the neutral name:

    

     “The Round Rock Academy of Music”

 

         I have included on the Home Page a form for you to send in questions or comments.  You will find this in a blue box.  You can use the form provided or you can send me a text or email directly. 

 

        Beginning Band students and 5th graders, please hold off acquiring an instrument until we have met.  Your instrument selection is one of the most important decisions you can make and it should not be taken lightly. 

 

        I am truly looking forward to working with each and every one of you on our journey to learn instrumental music. 

 

        “Let’s Share the Love of

          Music Making Together”        

 

 

I look forward to meeting you and your parents soon.  

 

 

Gary Frock

gfrock1@gmail.com

rracademyofmusic.com

(512) 922-9101

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