CLASS EXPECTATIONS:
Each student has a responsibility to themselves and the ensemble as a whole to put their best effort into every class. Significant learning and achievement of ensemble objectives will take place if this effort is present. The following procedures define the effort that is expected from the students on a daily basis.
1. Be punctual! Students must be on time to class. Try to go to the bathroom before class starts. Bring a water bottle to class to eliminate the need for leaving the room in the middle of class.
2. Be prepared! Students should have their music and a pencil at every rehearsal. It is also recommended that students have a three ring binder with paper for note-taking. There will be worksheets and other pieces of information passed out to students in class and the three ring binder will provide a way to keep all materials organized through the year.
3. Be courteous! Show respect to one another and the teacher at all times. Limit talking to musical issues. Use proper language. Take care of the rehearsal space!
4. Be ambitious! Participate and cooperate actively in class. Take notes on the lesson. Listen to other sections when not actively engaged. Put effort into the vocal warm-up. If the instructor is not present, start rehearsal on your own.
5. Practice!!!!!! Improvement comes from hard work and disciplined practice habits. Thirty minutes of practice per day is suggested.
6. No food or drink is allowed in rehearsal! Please leave all beverages except for water bottles outside of the rehearsal space. Candy and gum are not allowed.
7. Students are required to complete all class assignments.
8. STRIVE FOR EXCELLENCE FOR YOURSELF AND OTHERS!