Hoover Middle School Performing Arts 

Orchestra

About the Program

The Hoover Orchestra program encompasses four levels of string orchestra training.  In the Beginning class, students learn basic technique on a stringed instrument and have two major performances throughout the year.  At the end of the year, students will have a basic understanding of note reading.  In the higher levels, students learn the fundamentals of music theory, sight read, and play more challenging repertoire.  The students also acquire higher technique while enjoying making music together.  As an advanced student, we perform for a variety of events such as Music in the Parks and Magic Music Days at Disneyland and CA Adventures.

Rori Launspach

Instructor - Orchastra

My name is Rori Launspach and after teaching band for 7 years, I am thrilled to now be Hoover's orchestra teacher.  This is now my 4th year of teaching orchestra at Hoover.

I studied violin in my hometown at UC Santa Cruz and after graduating, continued to pursue music education.  In 2010, I received my teaching credential from San Jose State University including student teaching with the Hoover orchestras!  I am passionate about working with young people and feel lucky to be part of their musical journey.

In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family, especially outdoors.  We love to go camping, skiing, hiking, fishing, mountain biking, paddle boarding and the list goes on.  When I'm feeling extra adventurous, I like to go salsa dancing. Students will find that I listen to a variety of different music anywhere from classical to Pop.  Favorite artists include The Beatles, Fall Out Boy, B.O.B, Taylor Swift, Hozier, The Young Dubliners and my favorite since High School - Dropkick Murphys. 

I enjoy building relationships with students and keeping in touch with them over the years. I'm always in awe of Hawk talent and dedication, and I look forward to seeing what we accomplish this year!

~ Rori Launspach

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Thank you supporting the Orchestra Program at Hoover Middle School.