Great care was taken by the Musikschule faculty to study the student biographical information provided to them, and to make excellent matches with families. As an example, we have several students on our tour that must maintain a gluten-free diet for medical reasons. Those students were all placed with host families that have at least one child with similar dietary/medical needs.
In some cases the student listed as the "host student" may be a little younger, or older, than the D99 students. The German student listed is the name of the student currently studying music at the Musikschule, but in most cases there is a sibling in the house that is of similar age/gender to the guest D99 student. This information may not be immediately apparent as you study the list of placements.
Your family may, or may not, hear directly from the host family prior to our departure. Students should feel free to send the host family an email in advance to share your excitement for meeting them. As a courtesy, parents may wish to extend a simple note of thanks, in advance, for their willingness to host your child.
Host family placements may be found here.
http://tinyurl.com/D99HonorsBand2016HostFamily
