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preteen girl in music class

Getting Started in Orchestra

Music TipsBy David TopolovecAugust 30, 2019

Our very own Dave Topolovec has trained countless thousands of students in the Wauwatosa School District. In this article, he provides a reference guide for parents of new orchestra students.

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