7th Grade PLC

Today we will continue the final polishing and refinement of all of our pieces for performance. Remember to keep in mind the importance of clean rhythms and articulations, the pyramid of sound, and a knowledge of how your part fits the whole.

Learning Objectives:

I can play Viva La Vida (our student selected piece!) with a minimal number of errors and with confidence. (at least a 3 on our 4 point rating scale)

I can play all  of Star Wars The Force Awakens with a minimal number of errors and with confidence. (at least a 3 on our 4 point rating scale)

I can play the Blues Brothers Greatest Hits successfully and with confidence up until the end. (at least a 3 on our 4 point rating scale)

I can define what "good balance" means for our band. I can define the "pyramid of sound" and know where my instrument is in the balance. 

I can play the Bb, Eb, and F Major Scales. I can play the chromatic scale in one octave. Drummers can play the single stroke roll, the double stroke roll, the 5 stroke roll, the flam, and the paradiddle rudiments. 

Today we will warming up with Western Region style scales. 

I will have as many extra resources as possible, but PLEASE bring your materials to band every week. It is part of our core values to be prepared! Extra materials are out on top of the chorus cabinet.

Today we want to make sure both of our current pieces are at least at the "3" level so that we can successfully start our student selected pieces 

Today's Plan:

Western Region Scales - Rehearsal technique: Pyramid of Sound exercise. Balance.

"The Blues Brothers Greatest Hits!"
    Rehearsal techniques: Bottom up (starting with the bass line)

"Star Wars the Force Awakens"
     Rehearsal techniques: Bopping. Rehearsing accompaniment only. Applying the pyramid of sound to ever section. Chanting parts.

"Viva La Vida"
   Rehearsal techniques: Teacher and peer modeling. Accompaniment only. Melody only. Applying the pyramid of sound. Chanting parts.

We will close the rehearsal with a run through of the concert

I'm looking forward to a great rehearsal!

6th Grade Rehearsal

Hello and welcome to our rehearsal for 6th grade!

This is our last full rehearsal before out concert! We are now in the stage of polishing and perfecting for concert, and making sure drum set assignments are complete. We are finishing auditions for drum set parts are today.The majority of our rehearsal time will be spent Freedom Finale, as it is the song that was not yet a "3" as of last rehearsal. Drum set players on all songs will be announced today.

Our Learning Targets:

(Drums)  I can play a single stroke, double stroke, and five stroke roll. I can play flams and flam taps

Wind and bells: I can play a concert Bb major, Eb major, and F major scale with arpeggio

I can play Don't Stop Believin' at a 3 or  4 on our rating scale

I can Freedom of Finale at a 3 or 4 on our  rating scale.

I can play Eye of the Tiger at a 3 or a 4 on our  rating scale.

Here is our plan:

1) I will greet you at the door and remind you that you need "Don't Stop Believin'" There will be extra copies on the file cabinet if you need one. Please find materials extra materials for the rehearsal lined up on top of the cabinet. If you forgot your music you will find extra copies there.

2) Objective discussion: while you walk in you will hear a recording of our songs. Get set up and in your seats quickly. We will review our learning targets.

3) Warm Ups! - Scales and rudiments

4) After warming up we will run through Don't Stop Believin' We will finalize drummers for this at this point. We are only running through to finish up drum auditions and warm up. We will not be spending time rehearsing. Essential question: Can we apply the pyramid of sound to our performance of  Don't Stop Believin? If so, how?  What instrument in the original recording plays the Trombone part? '

5) After running through Don't Stop Believin' we will work on "Freedom Finale!" Rehearsal techniques will include modeling and sectional  based rehearsal. Essential question: Can we stay rhythmically together on Freedom Finale or are we still having difficulty with phasing? How can we apply the Pyramid of Sound to our performance of Freedom Finale? 

6) Run through "Eye of the Tiger"

7) Practicing assignments!

I look forward to seeing you for PLC!

8th Grade Band

Today we continue the final polishing and refinement of all of our pieces for performance. Remember to keep in mind the importance of clean rhythms and articulations, the pyramid of sound, and a knowledge of how your part fits the whole.

Learning Objectives:

I can play Viva La Vida (our student selected piece!) with a minimal number of errors and with confidence. (at least a 3 on our 4 point rating scale)

I can play all  of Star Wars The Force Awakens with a minimal number of errors and with confidence. (at least a 3 on our 4 point rating scale)

I can play the Blues Brothers Greatest Hits successfully and with confidence up until the end. (at least a 3 on our 4 point rating scale)

I can define what "good balance" means for our band. I can define the "pyramid of sound" and know where my instrument is in the balance. 

I can play the Bb, Eb, and F Major Scales. I can play the chromatic scale in one octave. Drummers can play the single stroke roll, the double stroke roll, the 5 stroke roll, the flam, and the paradiddle rudiments. 

Today we will warming up with Western Region style scales. 

I will have as many extra resources as possible, but PLEASE bring your materials to band every week. It is part of our core values to be prepared! Extra materials are out on top of the chorus cabinet.

Today we want to make sure both of our current pieces are at least at the "3" level so that we can successfully start our student selected pieces 

Today's Plan:

Western Region Scales - Rehearsal technique: Pyramid of Sound exercise. Balance.

"The Blues Brothers Greatest Hits!"

    Rehearsal techniques: Bottom up (starting with the bass line)

"Star Wars the Force Awakens"
     Rehearsal techniques: Bopping. Rehearsing accompaniment only. Applying the pyramid of sound to ever section. Chanting parts.

"Viva La Vida"
   Rehearsal techniques: Teacher and peer modeling. Accompaniment only. Melody only. Applying the pyramid of sound. Chanting parts.

I'm looking forward to a great rehearsal!

7th Grade Band

Today we begin the final polishing and refinement of all of our pieces for performance. Remember to keep in mind the importance of clean rhythms and articulations, the pyramid of sound, and a knowledge of how your part fits the whole.

Learning Objectives:

I can play Viva La Vida (our student selected piece!) with a minimal number of errors and with confidence. (at least a 3 on our 4 point rating scale)

I can play all  of Star Wars The Force Awakens with a minimal number of errors and with confidence. (at least a 3 on our 4 point rating scale)

I can play the Blues Brothers Greatest Hits successfully and with confidence up until the end. (at least a 3 on our 4 point rating scale)

I can define what "good balance" means for our band. I can define the "pyramid of sound" and know where my instrument is in the balance. 

I can play the Bb, Eb, and F Major Scales. I can play the chromatic scale in one octave. Drummers can play the single stroke roll, the double stroke roll, the 5 stroke roll, the flam, and the paradiddle rudiments. 

Today we will warming up with Western Region style scales. 

I will have as many extra resources as possible, but PLEASE bring your materials to band every week. It is part of our core values to be prepared! Extra materials are out on top of the chorus cabinet.

Today we want to make sure both of our current pieces are at least at the "3" level so that we can successfully start our student selected pieces 

Today's Plan:

Western Region Scales - Rehearsal technique: Pyramid of Sound exercise. Balance.

"Star Wars the Force Awakens"
     Rehearsal techniques: Bopping. Rehearsing accompaniment only. Applying the pyramid of sound to ever section. Chanting parts.

"Viva La Vida"
   Rehearsal techniques: Teacher and peer modeling. Accompaniment only. Melody only. Applying the pyramid of sound. Chanting parts.

"The Blues Brothers Greatest Hits!"
    Rehearsal techniques: Bottom up (starting with the bass line)

I'm looking forward to a great rehearsal!

6th Grade Rehearsal!

Hello and welcome to our rehearsal for 6th grade!

We only have 40 minutes, so it is very important to get her as quickly as you can at the beginning of the period so we can play as long as possible. Please sign in quickly and find your seat in your section.

We are now in the stage of polishing and perfecting for concert, and making sure drum set assignments are complete. Auditions for drum set parts are continuing today.

Our Learning Targets:

(Drums)  I can play a single stroke, double stroke, and five stroke roll. I can play flams and flam taps

Wind and bells: I can play a concert Bb major, Eb major, and F major scale with arpeggio

I can play Don't Stop Believin' at a 3 or  4 on our rating scale

I can Freedom of Finale at a 3 or 4 on our  rating scale.

I can play Eye of the Tiger at a 3 or a 4 on our  rating scale.

Here is our plan:

1) I will greet you at the door and remind you that you need "Don't Stop Believin'" There will be extra copies on the file cabinet if you need one. Please find materials extra materials for the rehearsal lined up on top of the cabinet. If you forgot your music you will find extra copies there.

2) Objective discussion: while you walk in you will hear a recording of our songs. Get set up and in your seats quickly. We will review our learning targets.

3) Warm Ups! - Scales and rudiments

4) Brief Review: The Pyramid of Sound! What is balance and how do we get a good one?

5) After warming up we will run through Don't Stop Believin'. Essential question: Can we apply the pyramid of sound to our performance of  Don't Stop Believin? If so, how?  What instrument in the original recording plays the Trombone part? '

6) After running through Don't Stop Believin' we will work on "Freedom Finale!" Essential question: Can we stay rhythmically together on Freedom Finale or are we still having difficulty with phasing? How can we apply the Pyramid of Sound to our performance of Freedom Finale? 

7) Run through "Eye of the Tiger"

7) Practicing assignments!

I look forward to seeing you for PLC!

8th Grade Band Rehearsal

Today we begin the final polishing and refinement of all of our pieces for performance. Remember to keep in mind the importance of clean rhythms and articulations, the pyramid of sound, and a knowledge of how your part fits the whole.

Learning Objectives:

I can play Viva La Vida (our student selected piece!) with a minimal number of errors and with confidence. (at least a 3 on our 4 point rating scale)

I can play all  of Star Wars The Force Awakens with a minimal number of errors and with confidence. (at least a 3 on our 4 point rating scale)

I can play the Blues Brothers Greatest Hits successfully and with confidence up until the end. (at least a 3 on our 4 point rating scale)

I can define what "good balance" means for our band. I can define the "pyramid of sound" and know where my instrument is in the balance. 

I can play the Bb, Eb, and F Major Scales. I can play the chromatic scale in one octave. Drummers can play the single stroke roll, the double stroke roll, the 5 stroke roll, the flam, and the paradiddle rudiments. 

Today we will warming up with Western Region style scales. 

I will have as many extra resources as possible, but PLEASE bring your materials to band every week. It is part of our core values to be prepared! Extra materials are out on top of the chorus cabinet.

Today we want to make sure both of our current pieces are at least at the "3" level so that we can successfully start our student selected pieces 

Today's Plan:

Western Region Scales - Rehearsal technique: Pyramid of Sound exercise. Balance.

"Star Wars the Force Awakens"
     Rehearsal techniques: Bopping. Rehearsing accompaniment only. Applying the pyramid of sound to ever section. Chanting parts.

"Viva La Vida"
   Rehearsal techniques: Teacher and peer modeling. Accompaniment only. Melody only. Applying the pyramid of sound. Chanting parts.

"The Blues Brothers Greatest Hits!"
    Rehearsal techniques: Bottom up (starting with the bass line)

I'm looking forward to a great rehearsal!