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Dear Parents:

As a 5th grade student, your child finally has the opportunity to become a member of the Apollo-Ridge Elementary Band! We know that for many of you, this will be your first exposure to playing an instrument, below there is important information to get you started.

We have partnered with Murphy’s Music Center to provide the opportunity to buy or rent your instruments. We will be having a band rental night in the elementary gym the evening of Wednesday September 10th at 7pm.

If you are unable to make it to the rental night, below is the link to their online rental portal. Once you have finished their online form, they will send the instrument directly to the school. You can contact me for further help or contact Murphy’s Music Center in Leechburg, PA using this phone number (724) 842-8671 for instrument rental information Or their website below.
murphysmusic.com

You can also follow the link from Mr. Virag’s Apollo-Ridge webpage at apolloridge.com

Music education is more than just playing an instrument. It is immersing your child in a culture of success. It teaches and challenges each child’s higher-order thinking skills,

BAND IS A LIFE-CHANGING ACTIVITY

BAND IS FUN

I am excited about the opportunity to work with your child and enhance their musical abilities. We will also be using Microsoft teams to give parents the ability to help their child at home and for Mr. Virag to provide instruction virtually and post great references for practicing at home.

Should you have any questions about the band or your child’s participation, please feel free to contact me using the information listed below.

Mr. Gavin Virag
Director of Bands - Grades 5-12
[email protected]
724-478-6000 x1045