HS Strings
HS Strings
Syllabus
Class Objectives
You will be able:
To perform string music of different styles, genres, periods
To listen and express your knowledge of orchestral repertoire.
To lead and conduct a rehearsal using expressive techniques: hand and posture commands.
To further expand musicianship through playing an instrument, music theory and notation.
To provide opportunities for the student with additional knowledge in pedagogy, music appreciation, theory and notation.
To develop and maintain a framework where students’ can express their emotions through rehearsing and performing.
Grading Policy
Graded Assessments:
Practice/Audio Recordings of Assigned Exercises
Rehearsal Etiquette and routine
Sightreading, music theory, conducting exercises and listening logs
Grading Policy:
50% Recording Assignments
30% Exercises: Sightreading, theory, conducting and listening
20% In-class/home rehearsals
Concert dates and Optional Activities
Dec 20 – Winter Concert
Apr 18 – Spring Concert
Jan to Apr – Area All-State and All-State (NYSSMA)