Concert+Band

National Standards for Music Education The National Standards for Arts Education were issued in 1994. Recommended achievements and standards are provided for early childhood, grades 1-3, 4-6, 6-8, and grades 9-12. (A. Sample)

Concert Band Pacing Guide/Syllabus: Syllabus Spring 2010 Mr. Ashley Sample, Director

Course Objectives: The purpose of the SGHS Instrumental Music Program is to improve individual understanding of, awareness of, and performance of a variety of music. The core of the program at SGHS is the Concert Band. Other ensembles such as the Marching Band, Jazz Band, Indoor Percussion Ensemble and various chamber groups are derived from the concert band.

Course Materials: • 3 ring binder w/ side pockets • Instrument(s) (in proper working order) • Accessories (oils, reeds, mutes, etc.) • Assigned folder and music • Pencil(s) • Handouts provided by the director

Grading Policy:

Areas: Weighting: • Participation/Assignments 20% • Tests/Quizzes (scales, etudes, theory) 30% • Performances1 (concerts, etc) 50% • Final Exam (mock audition) 20%
 * In addition to concerts held on the South Granville campus, the SGHS Concert Band will be attending the Central District Festival which we be held either March 24, 25 or 26th and will be possibly attending a trip in mid to late April. All Performances are required!!!
 * The final exam is 20% of the final overall grade. Thus the actual worth of all other grade areas at the end of the semester become less than the given percentage. Students will be expected to prepare for a mock audition as for an honors band or college audition. The Mock Audition Process will include scales, a prepared solo & sight-reading. A large portion of this semester will spent working towards this goal. Solos & Sight-reading will be modified as necessary to match individual performance levels. Scales can be found on the band website or at http://cdba.ncbandmasters.org/ Scale sheets are available for download at anytime.

Rehearsal/Performance/Assignment Criteria: Students should… • Attend all events • Arrive on time to all events (seated w/ all equipment, and warming up) • Bring instruments and appropriate materials every time • Be attentive and contribute throughout the event • Perform assigned etudes, scales, solos and assigned parts at a high level of proficiency

SGHS Grading Scale: • 100 to 93 A • 92 to 85 B • 84 to 77 C • 76 to 70 D • 69 or below F

Discipline Policy:

Rules: • No talking while rehearsal is in progress • Raise your hand and be recognized before speaking • Bring appropriate materials to class • No food or drink in the bandroom • Demonstrate appropriate conduct as set forth in the school handbook

Consequences: 1st Offense Verbal Warning 2nd Offense Call Home 3rd Offense Detention & Call Home 4th Offense Office Referral

In the event a student blatantly and/or maliciously causes a serious classroom disruption, a severe penalty clause will take effect. The student will immediately be referred to the principal’s office, will most likely serve a suspension and will no longer be eligible to participate in band courses/activities.

Important Dates: January 20th Beginning of Semester January 28th Report Cards February 5th & 6th All-District Honors Band Clinic February 8th Early Release February 26th No School March 9th Parent Teacher Conferences March 11th Pre-Festival Concert (Required Performance) March 22nd – 25th Mid-Term Exams March 24, 25 & 26th Concert Festival (Required Performance) April 1st Early Release April 2nd – 11th Spring Break April 15th Parent Conferences April 15th – 17th Possible Trip Date (TBA) April 22nd – 24th Possible Trip Date (TBA) April 29th – 1st Possible Trip Date (TBA) April 15th & 16th Solo & Ensemble May 25th or 27th Concert (Required Performance) June 8th Last Day of School June 12th Graduation (Required Performance)

How Parents can help: 1. take interest in their music studies 2. encourage practice and performance at home 3. provide a place and time for daily practice 4. provide and maintain a quality instrument & accessories 5. explore extracurricular music experiences: concerts, private lessons & camps

Upcoming NC Symphony Concerts: • February 5-6th Finlandia & Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 4 • March 5-6th Gusrav Holst The Planets • May 14th Bernstein’s Candide & Aaron Copeland’s Hoe Down
 * if you are interested in going to one of these concerts as a group, I’ll see if we can get