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Ukulele
Ukulele
4th grade
4th grade
We learn the fundamentals of music through playing the ukulele including reading and writing notation, chords, scales, and rhythms
5th grade
5th grade
We continue to sharpen our skills in reading, and writing music through more complicated rhythms and chords
Orchetsra
Orchetsra
For 5th grade only
For 5th grade only
What is Orchestra?
Orchestra is a group of student musicians who rehearse and perform instrumental music together. An orchestra is usually under the direction of one or more conductors. A school orchestra consists of violins, violas, cellos, and sometimes double basses.
Instruments offered:
Violin, Viola, Cello
Rehearsal Schedule:
Every Thursday After school until 4:30pm starting September 11th
Practice
Each lesson, students will be assigned songs and exercises in “Essential Elements For Strings.” Students will write these exercises down in their practice log (located in the back of the book) and record their weekly practice. Practice logs will be checked every 9 weeks. If a student is not maintaining their practice schedule, they may be asked to return their instrument and resign from orchestra.
Concerts
Concert dates and times will be announced weeks in advance so that students and families can make arrangements to be there. You will be notified about performances by email and flier.
Student attendance at concerts is mandatory
Students should arrive to performances 30 minutes early to warm up
Concert attire: All students should wear black pants or a black dress and a white dress shirt, with black shoes and black socks.
Where Do I Get An Instrument?
Instruments can be rented from Bertrand’s Music at the following website:
Bertrand’s Music AEA Instrument Rentals. Very convenient and they will deliver the instrument to school.
If you wish to purchase an instrument please consult with Mr. Klein or an experienced string teacher before making any decision
If a student is unable to rent or purchase an instrument for any reason, a very limited number of instruments are available to borrow on a first come first serve basis. Please mark this on your sign-up
Required Materials
These are items that will be used at group lessons and ensemble rehearsals. Be sure to bring these every time we meet.
Instrument and supplies
Method Book: Essential Elements Book 1 →
-Please get a copy of this book for your respective instrument. You can purchase one on Amazon, or through Bertrand’s Music
Pencil
Communication
I will use email to communicate information about performances, changes in schedule, etc. If you have any questions or concerns at any point throughout the school year please send me an email at tklein@aeacs.org, or see me in person.
Essential Agreements for Orchestra
We will come to each practice prepared with our instrument, book, and pencil
We will practice assigned songs each week
We will be on time
We will be respectful to ourselves, other students, teachers, and our instruments
No food, drinks or gum during rehearsal.
We will give our best effort
All school policies will be followed and enforced during rehearsal.
We will check emails regularly for updates on performances and events
*If students continuously break these agreements (i.e. not practicing) they will be asked to resign from the orchestra program.
Band
Band
For 5th Grade Only
What is Band?
Band is a group of student musicians who rehearse and perform instrumental music together. A school band consists of woodwind instruments, brass instruments and percussion instruments.
Rehearsal Schedule:
Every Wednesday After school until 2:00pm starting September 10th
Instruments Offered
(Click the link on each instrument to watch a demonstration):
Acquiring an Instrument and Supplies
Instruments can be rented from Bertrand’s Music at the following website:
Bertrand’s Music AEA Instrument Rentals. Very convenient and they will deliver the instrument to school. This is the overall best option to ensure you get the instrument you want.
If a student is unable to rent or purchase an instrument for any reason, a very limited number of instruments are available to borrow on a first come first serve basis. Please mark this on your sign-up.
Please note, if you are borrowing an instrument from school, you are expected to be prepared for each rehearsal with your instrument and to have practiced all assigned material.
Rehearsal Materials
These are items that will be used at group lessons and ensemble rehearsals. Be sure to bring these every time we meet.
Instrument and supplies and Pencil
Method Book: Standard of Excellence Book 1 →
-Please get a copy of this book for your respective instrument. You can purchase one on Amazon, or through Bertrand’s Music with your instrument rental
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