Hafa Adai, Amazing Band Hawks!  

This past week we learned the first measure of the Chromatic Scale and the percussionists learned 8 different types of drum rolls.  This week we are going to learn the second, third, and fourth measures of the chromatic scale, and for the percussionists, we are going to focus on the "diddle" rudiments.   I also want you to focus on the song I gave you, "Old Town Road".  It will be posted in our Google Classroom so that you can scroll down to your music and begin to look it over.  I have another song to share with you, as well.  It is called "Defeating the Giant".  The music for each of you can be found in Google Classroom.  You will have a few assignments for "Defeating the Giant".   They can be found in Google Classroom.  

I have truly enjoyed our Zoom sessions!   You may have noticed there is only one Zoom session scheduled for this week.  That is because I will be going to FBLG on Thursday and Friday to prepare the instruments so that I can give them to you.  They have all been thoroughly sanitized.  My hope is that I can give you an instrument to use at home on Thursday, September 24th (provided I have enough time to get them ready this week; the school is officially closed, but they will let me work for a few hours each day).   

By the way, if you need help with anything, I am here for you.  As two amazing band Hawks experienced, I will do anything to help you, even if it is a private Zoom session just for you to help you understand things better.  I am still trying to foster our theme: "ONE BAND, ONE SOUND, ONE TEAM, ONE FAMILY".   When you don't join Zoom sessions or connect with me, I really worry about you!

Have a great week, everyone!  Please stay healthy and safe!

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HERE ARE OUR LESSONS FOR THE WEEK:

SEPTEMBER 14TH:  Catch-up Day.   Friday is Progress Report Day!  Make sure you go into Google Classroom and complete all the assignments listed there.  Here is a list of all assignments we have done so far:

• LET'S GET TO KNOW EACH OTHER  (This is just basic information.  100% for just doing it.)

• PRACTICING DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP IN BAND  (This is just basic information.  100% for just doing it.)

• ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF OUR BAND SYLLABUS (All you need to do is sign this, and have a parent sign it, as well.  100% for getting it turned in)

• PRETEST FOR ADVANCED BAND (This grade will not be included; but I need you to try...even if you just put your name on it)

• SEPTEMBER 3rd:  Try to play or sing the Concert Bb scale in SmartMusic and send me a recording.  If you have your instrument, play it.  If you don't have your instrument, sing it.  Percussionists may have to sing this, as well...but I will try to find some percussion activities you can do on SmartMusic.  Remember, a promise is a promise.  As long as you try, you will get a 100% for this activity.  Even if SmartMusic gives you a bad grade...I will ignore it.  100% for anyone who plays or sings the Concert Bb Scale!  PROMISE! 

• WORKSHEET ON THE CONCERT Bb MAJOR SCALE OR DRUM RUDIMENTS (ROLLS)

SEPTEMBER 15TH:  You will find an assignment in Google Classroom on "Defeating the Giant", Lesson 1.   Please scroll down to find the music for your particular instrument.  Each day there will be something different for you to do with this music.   You can use Kami (the free version) to  annotate the music, or any other annotation tool you may have available on your device.  You can even print it out, do the different assignments, take a picture of it; and then, email it to me.

SEPTEMBER 16TH:  ZOOM MEETING!  We will learn measures 2,3, and 4 of the Chromatic Scale.  Percussionists will learn the "diddle" rudiments.  Scroll down for the meeting code.

SEPTEMBER 17TH:  You will find an assignment in Google Classroom on "Defeating the Giant", Lesson 2.   Please scroll down to find the music for your particular instrument.  Each day there will be something different for you to do with this music.   You can use Kami (the free version) to  annotate the music, or any other annotation tool you may have available on your device.  You can even print it out, do the different assignments, take a picture of it; and then, email it to me.

SEPTEMBER 18TH:  You will find an assignment in Google Classroom on "Defeating the Giant", Lesson 3.   Please scroll down to find the music for your particular instrument.  Each day there will be something different for you to do with this music.   You can use Kami (the free version) to  annotate the music, or any other annotation tool you may have available on your device.  You can even print it out, do the different assignments, take a picture of it; and then, email it to me.

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Scroll down to see all the Zoom Meet Sessions.  Have a great week!  Stay Healthy and Safe!

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FOR 4TH PERIOD:

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Carroll Flores is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: CHROMATIC SCALE MM 2,3, AND 4/DIDDLE RUDIMENTS

Time:   WEDNESDAY Sep 16, 2020 11:05 AM Guam, Port Moresby

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88650419579?pwd=OGwxMG1tVTBwZ3lrTEdnYXRIZWdzZz09

Meeting ID: 886 5041 9579

Passcode: SCALES

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FOR 8TH PERIOD:

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Carroll Flores is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: CHROMATIC SCALE MM 2,3, AND 4/DIDDLE RUDIMENTS

Time: WEDNESDAT Sep 16, 2020 02:34 PM Guam, Port Moresby

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84413525979?pwd=bW1EV0l1U1AydXFKV3lXTTdTc1UvZz09

Meeting ID: 844 1352 5979

Passcode: SCALES

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Check back for assignments that coincide with this lesson!  You may find them all in Google Classroom this week!

Musically yours, Mrs. Flores