-Music Room Syllabus-

Every day students will need a pencil and their music folder

No gum or food will be permitted in the music room

Goals

6th-8th Grade Band

Students will learn music literacy through sight reading, rhythm practices, scales and performance etiquette. The students will also learn levels of band repertoire of varying styles, genres and grade levels upon which they can grow. 

6th-8th Grade Choir

Students will develop their singing skills through vocal exercises, warm-ups, and stretches that help them better understand and care for their voices. Throughout the year, students will build music literacy skills through solfège, movement, and various repertoire selections. Students will also learn the importance of vocal health and develop healthy singing habits that will support them both in and out of the classroom. 

8th Grade General Music

Students will learn through an exploration of curriculum and music history. Such topics may include;

Music History

Music Composition 

Instruments from Around the World

Performance Expectations

Performances: Every part in the performance ensemble matters! Communication with Ms. Ward is crucial when an absence is known. Please notify me about any conflicts no later than ONE week prior to the event in question. The best method of communication would be via e-mail or through phone contact, preferably by the parent or guardian of the student. Absences that are excused will be subject to a make-up assignment. NOTE: Even if the director is informed about the conflict with ample time, it does not guarantee that the absence will be approved. 

Excused absences include;

Unexcused absences will receive a 0. 

Note the following performance dates

December 17th

DMS Winter Band Concert 6:00 pm DMS Gym

DMS Winter Choir Concert 7:30 pm Parkview Gym

March 16th- Combined Concert with High School (Tentative)

May 6th

DMS Spring Band Concert 6:00 pm DMS Gym

DMS Spring Choir Concert 7:30 pm Parkview Gym