Nassau Education Foundation

The primary objective of this project is to enhance the tuning precision of our ensemble by equipping each student with a personal tuner and pick-up microphone. This will allow students to monitor their tuning consistently during rehearsals and personal practice. The secondary objective is to increase rehearsal efficiency by reducing the time spent tuning at the beginning of each session. Overall, the project will foster better intonation and musicianship across the ensemble.

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In tone = In tune.  Using Tuner caddies to improve musicianship.

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School:
Callahan Middle 
Subject:
Music 
Teacher:
Paul Arnold 
Students Impacted:
150 
Grade:
6-8 
Date:
February 11, 2025

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Only $1,158.45 Needed

 

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Goal

The primary objective of this project is to enhance the tuning precision of our ensemble by equipping each student with a personal tuner and pick-up microphone. This will allow students to monitor their tuning consistently during rehearsals and personal practice. The secondary objective is to increase rehearsal efficiency by reducing the time spent tuning at the beginning of each session. Overall, the project will foster better intonation and musicianship across the ensemble. 

 

What will be done with my students

The grant funds will be used to purchase 30 personal tuners with pick-up microphones and 30 Tuner Caddies. The tuners will provide real-time feedback for students to improve their tuning accuracy, while the Tuner Caddies will securely hold the tuners on the students' music stands, minimizing distractions and making the equipment easy to use during rehearsals and practice sessions.

Once purchased, the tuners and Tuner Caddies will be used for many years. Students will be trained on proper equipment use and maintenance, and the school will establish a system for tracking and ensuring the longevity of the equipment. The investment in durable, high-quality tuners and Tuner Caddies means this equipment will support the ensemble for multiple academic years without the need for frequent replacement. 

 

Benefits to my students

This project will directly benefit all students in the ensemble, allowing each of them to develop independent tuning skills. The personal tuners will improve the students' musical accuracy, confidence, and overall performance quality. By having these tools available to every student, we will also reduce barriers to success for those who may not have access to such equipment outside of school.
This grant will provide our music students with the tools they need to improve their tuning accuracy, develop independent musicianship, and enhance the overall quality of our ensemble’s performances. The long-term impact of this project will be felt not only in individual student growth but also in the collective improvement of the ensemble’s sound and efficiency during rehearsals.

Thank you for considering our application. We are confident that this investment will provide significant educational and musical benefits to our students for years to come. 

 

Budget Narrative

30 Tuner Caddy Classic with tuner and microphone @ $37.95 = $1138.50
Shipping = 19.95
Total = $1158.45 

 

Items

# Item Cost
1 30 Tuner Caddy with tuner and microphone $1,138.50
2 1 Shipping $19.95
  Total: $1,158.45

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