St. Edward Church St. Edward School
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St. Edward Church St. Edward School
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CHOIR The following is the Christmas concert attire: Boys: Black slacks with white collared shirt and nice shoes – no tennis shoes. Girls: Black skirts or dress pants with a white shirt or blouse and no tennis shoes.
Expectations 1. Be respectful of others and things in the room. Includes raising your hand to comment, not shouting out, not laughing or making fun of people, listening respectfully to the teacher and other students. 2. Encourage and support one another. 3. Come to class quietly and be ready to learn. 4. Give your best effort at all times.
CHOIR SES Choirs consist of the 7th - 8th grade choir and a 5th – 6th grade choir. We will work on being disciplined, skillful and a responsible group. It is important to work toward excellence by improving our individual and choral skills. Our main emphasis of a choral group is singing, learning how to work together to have a unified sound. Musicians must be disciplined and work hard to improve their skills. We will also develop skills in music theory, sight singing, ear training, rehearsal and performance etiquette and vocal production. This class will require outside work by the student.
St. Edward School Music Department
Syllabus & Expectations Instructor: Band: Jereme Frey 383-4200, freyj@fatherryan.org Guitar: Chris Going 833-5770 guitarguy3612@gmail.com Choir: Renee Thompson 833-5770 rthompson@stedward.org I. Purpose: This course exists to teach and further the skills associated with singing in an ensemble or playing a musical instrument, reading music, understanding rhythm, and being introduced to different musical styles and genres and utilizing musical creativity. II. Course Aims and Objectives: Aims: The obvious aim of this course is to learn to sing or play an instrument and read music. It will also strengthen rhythm, coordination, linear thinking, listening skills and confidence. Objectives: The student should master the following skills: Making a characteristic tone on their respective instrument (including singing voice), read music, understand rhythm, know musical terms, understand dynamic markings and their meaning, be able to play at least 4 scales (instrumental only), be able to play complete songs, and perform pieces at concerts. III. Format and Procedures: BAND AND GUITAR: The class will work from a method book as well as supplemental pieces of music provided by the director. The classes will split into smaller groups from time to time to receive more individualized instruction. The students will be expected to participate in all concerts, playing tests, and practice at home. EXCELLENCE IS A PRACTICED BEHAVIOR and is expected in this class. Class times for choir, guitar and band are on Monday and Friday mornings. See below: Band is located on the Stage in the gym 8:00 a.m. – 7th & 8th Grade 9:00 a.m. – 5th & 6th Grade Guitar is located in the Old Spanish Room (FLC) 8:00 a.m. – 7th & 8th Grade Choir is located on the Carrol room 8:00 a.m. – 7th & 8th Grade 9:00 a.m. – 5th & 6th Grade V. Course Requirements: All students must have their instruments and music at every rehearsal along with a pencil. BAND: Must bring an instrument – can be purchased, borrowed or rented from any Music and Arts Center (or anywhere else that has instrument rentals) Text: 5th & 6th Grade – Band Expressions Book 1, Published by Warner Brothers Publications for their appropriate instrument. 7th & 8th Grade – Band Expressions Book 1 (should already own) & Band Expressions Book 2 (Do not have to purchase until 2nd semester). Miscellaneous Materials: Pencils 3 Ring Binder with clear sheet protectors (10 – 20 should be adequate) GUITAR: Must bring guitar (acoustic or electric). Text: Hal Leonard Guitar Method Book 1 – provided. Miscellaneous Materials: Pencils Folder CHOIR: Miscellaneous Materials: Pencils Notebook Folder VI. Grading Students in all music classes will be graded based on the following 5 criteria: Creating Performing Reading Listening Effort (conduct) At least three of the criteria will be assessed each 9 weeks. The expected behavior is to be in class on time, respectful to both students and teachers, follow directions and Do Your Best. Instrumental classes only: Playing tests will be given on scales, exercises from the book, and concert material. We are very happy to incorporate Smart Music this year (look for instructions soon). This will be used as an assessment tool as well. Smart Music will factor into the students’ overall grade. The grading scale is as follows:
VII. Class Rules: 1. The Golden Rule – treat others the way you want to be treated. 2. No food or drink on stage or in classrooms. 3. All chairs are to be stacked in all rooms – neatly. 4. All instruments and stands must be put away properly. Band : Instruments must go in the closet on the stage. Guitar: All guitars are to be on the ledge under the stairwell by music room. 5. Trash must be taken out and put in the gym trash can for removal Mondays. 6. All school rules in the handbook apply to classroom and concert attendance. VIII. Concerts The following are the concert dates for the 2011-2012 school year. Students are expected to participate and attend all concerts. September 30 8 AM Grandparents’ Day December 8 6:30 PM Christmas Concert May 8 6:30 PM Spring Concert If the need arises for the student to miss the concert, notification must be sent from the parent to the teacher two weeks in advance. The student will be expected to complete a make-up assignment. If notice is not received, the student will be given a zero for that performance. Please sign the form and return to your music teacher by Monday, August 15. I have read and understand the attached syllabus and expectations for the music department at St. Edward School. I have reviewed with my child and will comply with the all stated expectations.
__________________________________________ ___________________________ Parent Signature Date: I have read and understand the attached syllabus and expectations for the music department at St. Edward School. I agree to each and every expectation laid out in the syllabus and understand that it is my responsibility to adhere to the guidelines (not my parents’ responsibility).
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