Creekside Middle School
2010-2011 School Year Course Information for
7th and 8th Grade Instrumental Music
Teacher: Mrs. Carina Zamora
Course Description: 7th and 8th Grade Instrumental Music is an elective for
students who gained experience for at least two years on their instrument.
This class will cover the basics of playing as an ensemble, sight-reading
music, performance etiquette, and music theory. There are four required
performances per school year.
Goals: In this class, students will:
Demonstrate technical skills that include instrument fingerings and reading
rhythms.
Increase their knowledge of musical terms and symbols.
Display proper concert etiquette throughout the year.
Develop skills necessary to work together through rehearsals and
performances.
Schedule and Attendance: Creekside 7th and 8th grade music students meet on
the following days: Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday before school.
Students who miss music on a regular basis, but are in attendance for the
remainder of the school day, will receive notices and ultimately be dismissed
from class.
Concert Dress Information: Students are required to obtain concert attire
that consists of black pants or skirt, white dress shirt, black socks and
black dress shoes. Please see Mrs. Zamora if financial assistance is needed.
Music: Instrumental music students are required to have Standard of
Excellence Book Two. Students will be issued a folder and sheet music for
the school year. You are responsible for this folder and music for the
entire school year. If a folder or piece of music is lost, a fine will be
charged. The cost for one sheet of music equals $1 and $5 for the folder.
Folders must be returned in good condition.
Grading Policy: The following requirements will assess student grades:
Performances -
December 13 – Winter Concert
March 2010 (Date TBA) Spaghetti Feed
June 1 - Spring Concert
June 16 – 8th Grade Advancement
Daily Participation*
Practice Sheets and Assignments
Students who miss a performance without a justifiable reason will receive a
lowered grade for the quarter. As this is a performance based class, there
are no possible make-ups for performances.
*Students are expected to remember their instrument and music on a daily
basis. Students will be assessed by their daily participation. Students who
continuously forget to bring their equipment to class will be asked not to
perform in concerts.
Teacher’s Note: I look forward to a fun and educational year at Creekside
Middle School. If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to
contact me. My phone number is 247-0665 x7127 and my e-mail is
czamora@cv.k12.ca.us
Sincerely,
Carina Zamora
