What to Bring


For the Classes and Concerts:

• Instrument, stool/chair, spike-holder, rosin, music stand (book 4+) and pencil– Please label all these items with secure name stickers.  Parents don’t forget your instrument too! 
• Music books, printed copies of any music you have been sent (book 5+), note book and pens. Please note that printed music for Suzuki repertoire is not to be used in class at any level.
• A Watch to make sure you are on time for classes!
• Piano part (If you are playing a non-suzuki piece in a solo recital) 
• Dress code – Be Yourself! Cellofest is a relaxed, casual course but if you enjoy dressing up – please do!
• Final showcase costumes: This year’s theme is CelloFEAST including the teddy bears picnic and celebrates FOOD! You are invited to dress accordingly for the final showcase! (e.g. teddy bears, cakes, ice-cream, lollipops, oranges, potatoes, chefs, Beatles/John Lenon, Strawberries)
• Don’t forget your Teddy Bear!
  

For your comfort please bring:

• Toiletries including hand soap – nothing is provided in the en-suite/shared bathrooms so bring everything you need. 
• Towels 
• There is no need to bring bedding as this is provided, but you may wish to bring a spare pillow if you prefer to use two.  If your child wets the bed, please bring a waterproof sheet. 
• Umbrella and waterproof jacket / Sunglasses, hats!
• Travel mug and water bottle for your hot and cold drinks. 

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For leisure you may like to bring:

• Tennis racquets and balls, football/volleyball, and exercise/sports kit.
• Bike or scooter (to explore - there is also some distance between houses, lessons and the concert hall so transport is useful!)
• Drinks and snacks (to share with other parents in the evenings, but please keep any alcohol out of sight and reach of children).
• Costumes and props if you want to perform in the Variety Show!