Author Archives: Jason Lively

Our Fall Orchestra Concert will be held in the Unis Gym at 5pm on Thursday, November 21st. All are welcome to attend. Students need to arrive by 4:30 pm at the latest. They should be wearing their concert uniform that … Continue reading →

Due to the snow day, there will be a change to my conference schedule please see below. Instead of holding Middle School conferences on Monday the 11th and Elementary on the 12th and 14th (4-5:30), I will be using the … Continue reading →

7/8 Grade Orchestra: This assignment is due on Sunday 9/29 by 11:59 PM. You are to send me the URL for your composition in an email. My email is livelyj@dearbornschools.org. The assignment is posted below. Create a 4 measure melody … Continue reading →

The Detroit Symphony Orchestra is playing at the Ford Community and Performing Arts Center this Sunday, September 22nd at 3pm! It is free! All you need to do is reserve tickets using the link below! Enjoy! https://www.dso.org/ShowEventsView.aspx?id=6311&prod=6310

Great question! First and foremost, check our local music stores. That way you can play an instrument before you buy it (or RENT it!). These stores often have clearance sections in the store and online. In the local area we … Continue reading →

This year we have many 2nd and 3rd year players at Unis. I have no doubt that some of them would like to own their own instrument. Before you fall in the trap of buying a bad instrument off of … Continue reading →

For Middle School Only We use the Essential Elements Series – Book 1 in class. Students may buy the book that is for their instrument. For example, if you play trumpet then you should get the “Trumpet – Book 1” … Continue reading →

I will only be attending the middle school conferences this time around. Please email livelyj@dearbornschools.org if you have any questions about your elementary student.

All Instrumental students will be performing during the month of April.  Dates are listed below: April 23rd at 5pm: Orchestra Concert in the Unis Gym (Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass players) April 30th at 5pm: Band Concert in the Unis Gym … Continue reading →

I have two announcements about the March 7th Ann Arbor Trip. I have no more room for chaperones! Thank you to those who volunteered! Please meet me in the main office at 8:45. The student spots have all been filled! … Continue reading →