​​Concert Band

Ms. Woo and Mr. Garnreiter, Conductors

Mondays/Wednesdays 8:19 – 10:01am,
​Fridays 9:24-10:10am

The JAMS Concert Band emphasis is placed on intermediate ensemble techniques as well as individual musicianship skills. Students are strongly encouraged to provide their own instruments, since school instruments are limited and generally reserved for beginning students. Performances include the annual Fall and Spring Concerts. Weekly coaching sessions are conducted for every section of the Concert Band to supplement the rehearsal instruction.

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Prerequisites:

• One year previous band/ensemble experience (or discretion of director)
• Proficiency of the following major scales: C, F, B-flat, E-flat, A-flat, D-flat, G, D, A, E, B
• A 3-minute solo demonstrating technique and musicianship
• Sight-reading will be provided
• Private lessons highly recommended
• Grade level: 6 - 8

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SmartMusic and Google Classroom Assignment

Refer to this chart to stay current with our SmartMusic and Google Classroom Assignments.

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Date Assigned	Date Due	SmartMusic	Google Classroom
Jan. 22	Jan. 29	The Knight's Departure (MMM2 - Lesson 1)	N/A
Jan. 29	Feb. 5	MMM2 - Lesson 2, #3	N/A
Feb. 10	Feb. 21	N/A	Pass-Off #4 (Concert F Chromatic Scale)
Feb. 26	Mar. 11	Concert D, A, E Major Scale	N/A

Mar. 6 - 13

How incredible to have had FIVE days of rehearsal this week!  We accomplished SO much...and how fortunate to have another week ahead of FIVE MORE rehearsals!

​For this coming week:

• Concert D, A, E Major Scales - we will continue to focus on these three scales so they are more familiar and comfortable
• Rhythm Sheet C - be meticulous when releasing the 8th rests for rhythmic accuracy
• MMM2 - look ahead to Lesson 6
• Joy - always listen for the prominent voice and balance dynamics accordingly
• Terracotta Warriors - the middle section needs slow work and patience!

REMINDER:  Remember to "spring forward" and set your clocks ahead one hour on Sunday, March 8th!

Feb. 28 - Mar. 6

​Thank you for another terrific week of focused rehearsals - can you recognize the improvements we made?

For this coming week:

• Concert D, A, E Major Scales - slow, targeted practice is the key (no pun intended!)
• Rhythm Sheet C - look ahead to the last few lines, and remember to subdivide
• MMM2 - look ahead to Lesson 5
• Joy - be attentive to the dynamics and articulation markings...bring out the "music" from the music
• Terracotta Warriors - metronome practice will help to ensure rhythmic accuracy, especially with the release of phrase endings

REMINDER:  Monday begins two weeks of Flex schedule - be prepared for all classes every day.  And, Campus Image Photos will be on Wednesday (March 4)...arrive to class in your concert outfit.

Feb. 21 - 28

As we begin Grading Period 5, let's continue to strive for our best work, both as an individual and as an ensemble musician - remember that effort leads to achievement!

For this coming week:

• Concert D Major - a new scale!  (What scale is this for you?)
• Rhythm Sheet C - accuracy over speed, and remember to use a metronome to help you maintain a steady pulse
• MMM2 - look ahead to Lesson 4
• Joy - do you recognize your parts when you are featured vs. in the background?  Adjust your dynamics accordingly!
• Terracotta Warriors - as you begin to familiarize yourself with your part, remember not to rush...subdivide at all times!

REMINDER:  Always set a goal BEFORE you start to practice...what is the purpose of your practice?  What can you improve upon during your practice session?  Always choose a realistic goal that you can accomplish.