Music

Welcome to Music! 

Instrumental Music Teacher: Gina Koesterer – [email protected]

FAQs about the Instrumental Music Program

1. What instruments can my student play?
   • Band: flute, clarinet, alto saxophone, trumpet, trombone, baritone, and percussion
   • Orchestra: violin, viola, cello, and string bass
2. Where can I rent an instrument?
   • We have many instruments available to rent from the county.  The fee for the year is $100; $50 for students on reduced lunch; $25 for students on free lunch.  Preference for school rentals for free and reduced lunch students.
3. How are lessons scheduled?
   • Once students are registered, they will be place them into small groups with similar instruments.
   • Lessons will meet once a week
   • Lessons are scheduled during the school day
4. Are there any performances?
   • Yes! We have 2 concerts each year (winter/spring).
   • Evening concerts will start at 7 pm.  Students should arrive at 6:30.

Important Forms:

• APS Instrument Rental Form
• APS Instrument Rental Form (Spanish)

Chorus, General Music, and Theater Club:  Ms. Hall – [email protected]

I have been teaching music in APS (Patrick Henry and Fleet) since 2003, after spending four years teaching in rural Georgia. I feel so lucky to be a part of our vibrant Arts community in Arlington! I live in Alexandria with my husband Bill, two children Emily and Alex, and Puffball the poodle. I achieved National Board certification in 2012, and I’m certified in the Orff method of music education. In 2017 I was honored to be selected as Patrick Henry’s Teacher of the Year. In music class, we value everyone’s ideas as we create together and have a lot of fun!

Chorus, General Music, and Theater Club:  Ms. Pavolko – [email protected]