Student letter grades are determined based on the following:
Participation (40%)- Following along in the music, participating in classroom discussion, singing the music, following classroom expectations.
Formative (Tests/Quizzes, singing)(50%)
Singing Tests check for students' learning retention and progress in the ensemble. Chorus students will perform these check-ins in small groups and will be graded on their ability to match pitch/rhythm, singing in a small group, and demonstrating a grasp on musical concepts taught in class. Student grades are not determined based on the sound of his/her singing voice.
Homework (10%)
Students are expected to practice/review their chorus music at home.
Practicing includes:
Listening to the music
Reading the words
Singing along
Thinking the words
*Concerts- All RIS music students are required to participate in two evening concerts- one in the Winter and one in the Spring. These concerts highlight all skills and music studied in class. Families will receive the dates months in advance so they can plan accordingly. Attendance is mandatory. Not attending a concert will result in the lowering of a letter grade.