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Guidelines for Success for All:
Guidelines for Success for All:
For the Band Students
For the Band Students
I will be a positive member of the ensemble.
I will give my best effort each day in band class.
I will practice my instrument consistently 4-5 days each week at home.
For the Band Teacher
For the Band Teacher
I will show my passion for the curriculum through my daily instruction.
I will choose dynamic and engaging repertoire that teaches.
I will be organized in my communication to students and parents.
For the Band Parents
For the Band Parents
I will support my student’s growth as a musician to the best of my ability.
I will encourage consistent at-home practice (4-5 days each week).
I will check my e-mail to stay in touch with the band teacher.
Classroom Expectations: everyday, I will...
Classroom Expectations: everyday, I will...
Respect my fellow musicians.
Respect my teacher.
Respect my instrument.
Respect my music.
Be prepared (instrument, binder, music, method book, pencil, assignment notebook).
Student Evaluation – Band grades will be comprised of the following elements:
Student Evaluation – Band grades will be comprised of the following elements:
Grade 5
Grade 5
AASD Band Curricular Learning Targets
Posture and Hand Position
Tone Production
Music Literacy and Performance
Concert Attendance and Performance
Lesson / Small Group Instruction Attendance and Preparedness
Ensembleship (being a positive member of the ensemble each day)
Grades 6-8
Grades 6-8
Core Knowledge Curricular Study (Performing, Creating, Responding, Connecting)
AASD Band Curricular Learning Targets
Concert Attendance and Performance
Ensembleship (being a positive member of the ensemble each day)
Texts and Materials Required for All Band Students:
Texts and Materials Required for All Band Students:
Essential Elements, Book 1 (Yellow) published by Hal Leonard
Instrument & Supplies (reeds, oils, etc…)
Classical School Concert Attire (Artist Black - all black for all players)
1-inch BLACK Binder
4 Divider Tabs
Pencil
A Word about Full Band and Lesson / Small Group Instruction (SGI) Attendance...
A Word about Full Band and Lesson / Small Group Instruction (SGI) Attendance...
We have such a small amount of time to be together as an ensemble, and every rehearsal is important. Because of this, students are expected to be at all band rehearsals, including lessons, sectionals, and full band rehearsals that meet each week. If a student is in school but does not attend a full band rehearsal, lesson, or SGI, parents will be notified promptly and a card flip / infraction will occur. The student’s grade will be also be negatively impacted if attendance continues to be an issue.
Concerts
Concerts
Each time we play our instruments, we are performing. That is why each rehearsal is as important to our musical growth as our public performances. Our concerts are special in that we get the opportunity to share with our family and friends what we have learned in band. Every band student is expected to be at every concert. The only exceptions would be in the case of a family emergency or if you are really ill. If this is the case, the student will be given an assignment to make up the points missed at the concert. This will be due by the end of that quarter.
Dates – Jan. 8 and May 28 (6:30-7:30, North High School Auditorium)
Dress – Artist Black: all black for all players
Etiquette –
Electronic devices must be either turned off or on silent.
All audience members may not leave the forum except in between pieces.
Applause is great and appreciated. Whooping or screaming is not.
Remember that concerts are performances. Respect the performers on stage.
Additional Performance Opportunities (Attendance and Participation is Optional)
Additional Performance Opportunities (Attendance and Participation is Optional)
Friday, December/January ?? - 8th Grade Band Performance with North High School Band @ ANHS Basketball Game
Friday, Jan. 3 and Saturday, Jan. 4 - AASD MS Honors Band - James Madison Middle School (select 7/8 grade band students)
Saturday, Feb. 28 – WSMA District Piano & Vocal Solo & Ensemble (6-8) - East High School - 8am-4pm
Saturday, Mar. 7 – WSMA District Instrumental Solo & Ensemble (6-8) - East High School - 8am-4pm
Saturday, April 11 – WSMA Middle Level Honors Auditions - Classical School, 8am-4pm
Saturday, April 25 – WSMA State Solo & Ensemble (for those in grades 6-8 who qualified for State) - UW-Oshkosh, 8am-4pm
Renting District-Owned Instruments
Renting District-Owned Instruments
Fees – $150 per year ($60 per year for percussion).
All rental information and payments will be done through our AASD Fine Arts Department. If you have a district-owned instrument, you will be contacted about your rental contract a few weeks after the school year starts.
Maintenance – the Appleton Area School District will cover all regular repairs and maintenance. Students are responsible for any issues that may result due to neglect or misuse.
Buying and Renting Instruments
Buying and Renting Instruments
Make sure you buy or rent your instrument from a reputable music store. These stores have repair shops to service your instrument and will carry quality instruments for all levels and prices.
Remember, you get what you pay for. Your instrument is an investment. You don’t need to have the most expensive instrument, but make sure it is a quality instrument and that you maintain it and keep it in good condition.
As always, please see Mrs. Brown if you have any questions about buying or renting an instrument.
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