Course Syllabus for 5th and 6th Grade Band
Overview:
Fifth and Sixth Grade Band is an elective program designed to provide students with instrumental performance opportunities. The band program requires students to attend and participate in weekly lessons/sectionals, and scheduled rehearsals during the school day. Members are also expected to participate in three evening concerts.
The Christmas Concert on
The Music in the Schools Concert on
The Spring Concert on
Resources used:
Ability-appropriate instrumental ensemble and solo literature.
Outline of Content:
Topics: Through band rehearsal, instrumental lessons, and band performance students will:
· Demonstrate responsibility in maintenance and care for their respective musical instrument and equipment
· Be able to read, perform and comprehend music in standard notation at proficiency level of at least one grade level higher than they are able to sight-read
· Demonstrate a high level of consistency and reliability in applying their technical skills
· Play their respective instrument accurately, independently and confidently alone and in small and large ensembles
· Demonstrate the ability to learn music independently
· Demonstrate proficiency needed to play increasingly demanding music
Grading Policy / Procedure / Framework:
The grade is based on the school district’s grading policy.