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March 1, 2012
Greetings Students,
We are currently working on High Adventure, which combines quarter note, eighth note, half note, whole note, rhythms with their equivalent rests. These are the following test dates:
03/01/2012: Measures 1-10
03/06/2012: Measures 11-18
03/09-2012: Measures 19-26
03/13/2012: Measures 27-35
03/15/2012: Measures 36-42
If you haven't recieved a sheet, plesae make sure you get one.
December 12, 2011 -
- Art Crew will meet with Ms. Mark after school Thursday at 2:45 PM. Failure to do so will result in a 0 for your performance grade. Please make sure you make it.
- Students, please check your grades regularly. If you do not have access to the internet, you can always make an appointment with me so that we can both review your grade.
- For those out there needing help, please come and get help. I have all three prep periods free and I am available after school. Some of you need to retake the performance assessment. You can only retake the performance assessment after you have met with me twice. After Friday, there will not be anymore retake opportunities. Whatever you have as a grade will stay and determine the highest percentage possible. Three days are remaining. You have up to 4:00 PM on Friday to retake the performance assessment.
- Lastly, I will start calling home for students who have refused to get help. Again, if you know you are having difficulty, please make an appointment with me so that we help improve your playing. I'm here to help you. Take advantage of it.
December 9, 2011 Students not listed will complete an alternative assignment in January 2012.
Students to participate in the upcoming concert are:
Flute - Melanie M., William P., Luz M., Jaime G., Sabrina M., Hugo S., Isabella V., Maria L |
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Recorder - Raquel A., Jaimir M., Rogelio N., Yaritza V.. Giovanny C., Stephania M
Clarinet - Vanessa C., Sergio R., Brenda S., Jennifer L., Sara M., Jesus V.
Saxophone - Denisse F., Taylor S., Daniela V., Jorge D., Octavio V
Trumpet - Diego L., Alejandra S.
Low Brass - Benito M.
Electric Bass - Ihor O., |
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Guitar - Gerardo S., Francisco H., Antiara T.
Mallet - Luigi DC., Ghely O., Adrian B.
Auxiliary - Olga M.
Snare Drum - Lisette M., Jose G.
Bass Drum - Roberto
Art Crew - Sheilee G., Dezarae L., Paloma S., Daisy N., Andrea G., Thalia R.
Stage Crew -Brian L., Eduardo L., Grzgorz C., Alec B., Pablo R., Colin Q., Tetyana B., Armando S., Evelin S., Dzenana S., Juan R., Edgar T., Tyran M., Javier G., Edwin D
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December 09, 2011 - Stay tuned for the final decision regarding the upcoming performance.
Friday, December 16, 2011 - Will be a retest date. The only catch to this retest is that you have to get help from me twice. This can take place during one of my prep periods/ your lunch, or after noon.
Simply Said: No Help = No Retest
Monday, December 5, 2011 - Students were informed of upcoming assessment on measures 1-6 of "Jingle Bells." The highest percentage recieved on the performance test will determine who will perform at the upcomg performance, and those who will have to do an alternative assignments. Students were provided many opportunities to recieve help. Students can still recieve help....
-Past Events-
October 7, 2011 - Review and Retest for Basics of Music Theory
October 5, 2011 - Performance Test on "Steinmetz Fight Song"
October 3, 2011 - Test on Brass and Woodwinds
-Past Events-
Welcome to a new year of great success Steinmetz students! This is what we have done so far. Please remember, all notes discussed in class are available on this website.
Beginning Band Bell Ringers:
September 6, 2011
1. Why did you sign up for band?
2. What do you know about band?
3. Do you have previous experience?
4. Are you interested in learning a new instrument?
September 7, 2011
1. What is a concert band?
Advanced Band Bell Ringers:
September 6, 2011
1. Why did you sign up for advanced band?
2. What two songs would you like to perform for this year’s prep rally and homecoming game?
3. What can we do, as an ensemble, to get our name out in the community?
4. What would you like to do event performance wise in additional to the yearly performances?
September 7, 2011
1. What is sightreading?
Beginning Band
Homework:
September 6, 2011 – Define Ensemble. This definition is to be written down, and submitted at the beginning of class. The assignment was due September 7, 2011 at the beginning of class. If the assignment has not been turned in, please submit as soon as possible at the beginning of class. Remember, for each day late twenty percent will be deducted.
September 8, 2011 – Define Method and Rhythm. This definition is to be written down, and submitted at the beginning of class. It is due September 9, 2011.
Advanced Band
Homework: Notebook, folder, and have syllabus signed.
September, 08, 2011
Factors that may affect concert band set-up:
1. Instrument timbres - soft instruments go in front while louder instruments go in back.
2. Composer's need - If there is a piece that showcases a certain instrument like a concerto, the soloist is moved toward the front of the concert.
3. Environment - If in an auditorium or gymnasium and the trumpets' sounds are bouncing every way, the trumpets may want to position themselves away from the wall.
4. Conductor's Need - After finding out that the alto saxophones are too isolated on the left side of the ensemble, the conductor may move the alto saxophones to the middle to get a better a blend.