GETTING HELP

Here to Help

Learn all about Sparks High School
Music Department, and why we’re the right place for you. In this section, we have compiled some of the frequently asked questions that we’ve received over the years. If there is something that we missed, please reach out and a member of our staff will get in touch with you.

HOW CAN I MORE EFFECTIVELY PRACTICE?

Here are some tips...

Eliminate Distractions
Relax
Set a Goal
Work through music top to bottom
Go slowly with a metronome and take notes
Evaluate
Review notes before next session

Here's a video on effective practice.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J8GoKFRJXyk

WHERE CAN I GET AN INSTRUMENT?

Sparks High School owns our own set of instruments for all classes. the cost is $50 per year which covers cleaning and minor repairs of the instruments. We recommend if you plan to participate in music classes through high school that you consider purchasing your own. Our local music stores have great programs where students can reno-to-own instruments or can finance. Please talk to Mr. Lindhorst or Mr. Spalka prior to purchasing an instrument.

"If you can purchase toilet paper in the same place you purchased your instrument that's probably the best thing you can use it for."

-Music Teacher Proverb

HOW MUCH ARE CLASS FEES?

Class fees vary yearly based on activities our ensembles are doing.(trips, festivals, ect.) Our staff give students many opportunities to participate in fundraisers. With a little hard work students can pay their fees with no out of pocket cost.