Remote Band

From Mrs. Savino

Hi band members! I’ll be running all the 5th grade band remote learning for as long as we are remote. Mrs. Dandeles, Mrs. Steinke, and I have missed teaching all of you! We hope you’re doing well and that you have your instrument and Macbook ready to go! We’re going to be using a few new tools, but they may be a little glitchy, but as long as you are practicing your instrument and enjoying it then you’re doing a great job!

We have no information regarding concerts, performances or summer music. All information regarding these events will be announced by the district when future decisions are made.

Office Hours

Monday to Friday - 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Seesaw messenger, email (savinoc@ccsd93.com), Google Chat/Hangout (savinoc@ccsd93.com)

During Office Hours feel free to get in touch, ask questions, share your playing, etc.

Online Tools

• Smart Music - Smart music will be available to all band members. This is an in browser and/or iPad app that will allow students to play along with music, receive immediate feedback, and explore more music.
• Seesaw - Students and families should already be connected via Seesaw. Seesaw will be used to push out Smart Music practice and assessment songs, as well as, other band activities like practice sheets. (Log in with student Google account)

Band during remote learning

1. Weekly Practice - Students should continue to practice from the weekly practice sheet. They will be available to be turned in on Seesaw and below
2. Lesson Assignments - Each week there will be Smart Music recording assignments. Tutorial videos will also be available. They will be listed on Seesaw, Smart Music, and below.
3. Band Karate - Karate assignments are available on Seesaw, Smart Music, and below.

Feedback: Mrs. Savino will provide feedback via comments on your activities and posts both in Seesaw and Smart Music