Work on fundamentals necessary for musical development . Further knowledge of basic music theory. Learning notes, fingerings, scales and music.

To further the development of basic musical skills, including but not limited to playing in tune, learning more complicated rhythms, bettering sound and technique, playing in an ensemble setting, sight reading and overall ensemble skills.  Students will also work on the Objectives laid out on their Objective sheet in their band binder.  These objectives include but are not limited to Scale/Clarke Pattern, learning their music, and attending sectionals.  Symphonic band members will also record their practice time on their Practice Journal sheet, 150 minutes=100.  Please see the Practice Journal for a break down of the minutes and corresponding grade.

Learn and review  time signatures, key signatures, basic rhythms and note values, correct posture, correct breathing, assembly, embouchure, playing position, and qualities of a characteristic sound as a class.  Review any new notes and fingerings learned in the previous class.  Students will warm up with longtones, scales, and other exercise.  A portion of each class will be devoted to music theory, clapping and counting, sight reading and learning pieces frorm their book. 

*****REMINDER: SPAGHETTI SUPPER PERFORMANCE FOR SYMPHONIC BAND, FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 29.*****

Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Oboe, and Bassoon Classes:

Students should be taking their instruments home every night.  Failure to do so will result in five points being deducted from their grade for each offense, detention for the second offense, and an office referral for the third.  Daily assignments will be given in class based on material covered that day.  Practice Journals are due every Monday. Beginners should be practicing 120 minutes a week.  A grade of a 100 = 120 minutes practiced per week.  Chair tests and/or playing test will be announced as I see fit.  Students will be given ample instruction on the test during class and plenty of advanced notice for them to do their own preparation.

Work on fundamentals necessary for musical development . Further knowledge of basic music theory. Learning notes, fingerings, scales and music.

To further the development of basic musical skills, including but not limited to playing in tune, learning more complicated rhythms, bettering sound and technique, playing in an ensemble setting, sight reading and overall ensemble skills.  Students will also work on the Objectives laid out on their Objective sheet in their band binder.  These objectives include but are not limited to Scale/Clarke Pattern, learning their music, and attending sectionals.  Symphonic band members will also record their practice time on their Practice Journal sheet, 150 minutes=100.  Please see the Practice Journal for a break down of the minutes and corresponding grade.

Learn and review  time signatures, key signatures, basic rhythms and note values, correct posture, correct breathing, assembly, embouchure, playing position, and qualities of a characteristic sound as a class.  Review any new notes and fingerings learned in the previous class.  Students will warm up with longtones, scales, and other exercise.  A portion of each class will be devoted to music theory, clapping and counting, sight reading and learning pieces frorm their book. 

Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Oboe, and Bassoon Classes:

Students should be taking their instruments home every night.  Failure to do so will result in five points being deducted from their grade for each offense, detention for the second offense, and an office referral for the third.  Daily assignments will be given in class based on material covered that day.  Practice Journals are due every Monday. Beginners should be practicing 120 minutes a week.  A grade of a 100 = 120 minutes practiced per week.  Chair tests and/or playing test will be announced as I see fit.  Students will be given ample instruction on the test during class and plenty of advanced notice for them to do their own preparation.

Work on fundamentals necessary for musical development . Further knowledge of basic music theory. Continue learning notes, fingerings, scales and music.

To further the development of basic musical skills, including but not limited to playing in tune, learning more complicated rhythms, bettering sound and technique, playing in an ensemble setting, sight reading and overall ensemble skills.  Students will also work on the Objectives laid out on their Objective sheet in their band binder.  These objectives include but are not limited to Scale/Clarke Pattern, learning their music, and attending sectionals.  Symphonic band members will also record their practice time on their Practice Journal sheet, 150 minutes=100.  Please see the Practice Journal for a break down of the minutes and corresponding grade.

Learn and review  time signatures, key signatures, basic rhythms and note values, correct posture, correct breathing, assembly, embouchure, playing position, and qualities of a characteristic sound as a class.  Review any new notes and fingerings learned in the previous class.  Students will warm up with longtones, scales, and other exercise.  A portion of each class will be devoted to music theory, clapping and counting, sight reading and learning pieces frorm their book.   Work on Scale Busters and solo piece for Solo Contest and final exam.

Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Oboe, and Bassoon Classes:

Students should be taking their instruments home every night.  Failure to do so will result in five points being deducted from their grade for each offense, detention for the second offense, and an office referral for the third.  Daily assignments will be given in class based on material covered that day.  Practice Journals are due every Monday. Beginners should be practicing 120 minutes a week.  A grade of a 100 = 120 minutes practiced per week.  Chair tests and/or playing test will be announced as I see fit.  Students will be given ample instruction on the test during class and plenty of advanced notice for them to do their own preparation.

Work on fundamentals necessary for musical development . Further knowledge of basic music theory. Continue learning notes, fingerings, scales and music.

Learn and review  time signatures, key signatures, basic rhythms and note values, correct posture, correct breathing, assembly, embouchure, playing position, and qualities of a characteristic sound as a class.  Review any new notes and fingerings learned in the previous class.  Students will warm up with longtones, scales, and other exercise.  A portion of each class will be devoted to music theory, clapping and counting, sight reading and learning pieces frorm their book. 

Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Oboe, and Bassoon Classes:

Students should be taking their instruments home every night.  Failure to do so will result in five points being deducted from their grade for each offense, detention for the second offense, and an office referral for the third.  Daily assignments will be given in class based on material covered that day.  Practice Journals are due every Monday. Beginners should be practicing 120 minutes a week.  A grade of a 100 = 120 minutes practiced per week.  Chair tests and/or playing test will be announced as I see fit.  Students will be given ample instruction on the test during class and plenty of advanced notice for them to do their own preparation.

Work on fundamentals necessary for musical development . Further knowledge of basic music theory. Continue learning notes, fingerings, scales and music.

Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Oboe, and Bassoon Classes:

Students should be taking their instruments home every night.  Failure to do so will result in five points being deducted from their grade for each offense, detention for the second offense, and an office referral for the third.  Daily assignments will be given in class based on material covered that day.  Practice Journals are due every Monday. Beginners should be practicing 120 minutes a week.  A grade of a 100 = 120 minutes practiced per week.  Chair tests and/or playing test will be announced as I see fit.  Students will be given ample instruction on the test during class and plenty of advanced notice for them to do their own preparation.