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Symphonic BandMr. Garnreiter, Conductor
Ms. Woo, Conductor Mondays/Wednesdays 1:28 – 3:00pm, Fridays 1:31-2:13pm The JAMS Symphonic Band offers instruction in beginning ensemble technique as well as individual musicianship skills. Emphasis is placed on fundamental techniques in woodwind, brass, and percussion performance practice. The Symphonic Band performs at the annual JAMS Fall and Spring Concerts. Through the generosity of the Santa Monica-Malibu Education Foundation, weekly coaching sessions (Dream Winds) are provided for all sections of the Symphonic Band to supplement the core curriculum.
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Prerequisites:
- Enrollment by audition or discretion of directors.
- Grade level: 6 - 8
Jan. 24 - 31
Great focus from everyone this week - can you hear the difference when we work as one unified group (instead of multiple individuals)?
For this coming week:
REMINDER: Your Practice Packet is a valuable tool when used correctly...what is your goal for the week? In other words, what will be better, and how can you work towards your goal every time you practice? (Refer to your Tool Box.)
For this coming week:
- Concert B-flat & F - how well do you know these scales? See if you can play them by memory!
- Rhythm Sheet B - continue to review.
- MMM Lesson 11 - spell and finger to help you master each exercises to help with you finger dexterity and note reading.
- Joy - as you play, listen and balance to the principal themes and melody (one dynamic level softer)
REMINDER: Your Practice Packet is a valuable tool when used correctly...what is your goal for the week? In other words, what will be better, and how can you work towards your goal every time you practice? (Refer to your Tool Box.)
Jan. 17 - 24
What a good "work" week we had while our 7th grade musicians were in Yosemite! (Welcome back, everyone!)
For this coming week:
REMINDER: Effort leads to achievement! We always applaud hard work and good effort...but, if the notes, rhythms, articulations, etc. are still wrong - you need to correct them! (Just okay is not okay!)
For this coming week:
- Concert Bb & F - spell your scales in your head as you play to help you keep track of where you are and to help you remember the note names.
- Rhythm Sheet B - use a metronome as you practice to help align the beat!
- MMM Lesson 10 - focus on note/rhythmic accuracy to build your confidence with these exercises
REMINDER: Effort leads to achievement! We always applaud hard work and good effort...but, if the notes, rhythms, articulations, etc. are still wrong - you need to correct them! (Just okay is not okay!)
Jan. 10 - 17
Welcome to the second semester! We are off to a great start - thank you for giving your best focus during this past week's rehearsals!
For this coming week:
REMINDER: Keep in mind that Rehearsal Preparation is 40% of your grade. (Click HERE to review the rubric.) Are you an "always" or a "usually?"
For this coming week:
- Review Concert Bb Major scale - pay attention to your tone...take a deep "mirror breath" before you play to avoid running out of air (and going flat)
- Review Rhythm Sheet B - remember to count aloud to help maintain and internalize a steady pulse
- Making Music Matter - spend time reviewing early lessons to make sure you can play everything with confidence. In lesson nine continue to work on getting a good tone on each note.
REMINDER: Keep in mind that Rehearsal Preparation is 40% of your grade. (Click HERE to review the rubric.) Are you an "always" or a "usually?"