• NASH GENERAL MUSIC

    RECORDER - There are many quality, inexpensive recorders available for purchase so DON'T BUY A TOY. Toys are often found at flea markets, dollar stores, toy departments, etc. and they often cost nearly as much as a real recorder. Some good brands for beginning recorders are: YAMAHA, AULOS, 

     

    There are many YouTube videos for beginning recorder.

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    An example of a good recorder package (instrument plus book) is at www.westmusic.com; Item No. 400264   Yamaha 20 Series YRS-24B Soprano Recorder with Complete Recorder Resource Kit 1; UPC Code 881970002559

     

    NASH WIND BAND and STRING ORCHESTRA

    Nash owns a an assortment of instruments which can be borrowed by students depending on availablity; i.e. C Flute, Bb Clarinet, Eb Alto Saxophone, Bb Trumpet, C Trombone, C Euphonium/Baritone, Percussion - Drums/Bells.Other instruments may possibly be taught on a case by case basis. Ask Mrs. Myhr-Arrison for details.

    Nash also owns a an assortment of instruments which can be borrowed by students depending on availablity; i.e. Violin, Viola, Cello, String Bass.

    Students may also use purchased or rented instruments. BE SURE to purchase a good quality instrument otherwise students may/will experience difficulties, think it's their fault when it's really the fault of the instrument, and quit because they think they aren't talented enough in music. Those instruments also break easily and you'll have much more expensive repair bills. Don't let that happen to your child! If you purchase a used instrument, be sure to research reputable Brands! 

    The text used for Nash Band - ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS for BAND published by HAL LEONARD CORPORATION, purchase the correct book for your instrument

    The text used for Nash Orchestra - ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS for ORCHESTRA published by HAL LEONARD CORPORATION, purchase the correct book for your instrument