Concert Band Syllabus

  
 

Course Description:

The Concert Band class is the premier band at Byron Middle School and shall strive to be the best musical example for others to follow. During this course the student will read music and develop the fundamentals of good musicianship and good citizenship. Band will instill in all students a love of the fine arts, self-discipline and respect for the hard work others put forth in the process of creating artistic programs.

OBJECTIVES:

  1. Students will read and write the symbolic notation of notes, rhythm, symbols, and terminology.
  2. Students will play with a characteristic tone for their instrument.
  3. Students will play a wide variety of expressive musical styles.
  4. Students will learn about the musical cultures of other countries through performance of selected literature.
  5. Students will use proper posture, embouchure and maintenance of their instrument.
  6. Students will perform wind band literature of the highest caliber for concert.

CLASS MATERIALS

  1. Pencil
  2. Instrument (in good playing condition, including reeds (at least 1 box), etc.)
  3. Music Folder (with music) (Percussionists should have a 3-ring binder)
  4. Any technique book chosen by the Director – 7th grade: Essential Elements 2000 Book 2, 8th grade: Foundations for Superior Performance

EVALUATION:
  1. Test (playing or written)
  2. Daily preparation and participation
    (Lack of participation and preparation will result in the loss of 2 AVERAGE points per incident.)
  3. Performances

These 3 areas shall be averaged to find a total of 100%

EXPECTATIONS:

Because of the nature of band classes, it is necessary to give personal help during the course of rehearsal to individuals. In order to improve and be successful, each student must have this type of one-one help. Therefore, it is essential that when you are not being worked with you should remain courteous of others so that when it is your turn, you can get the help that you need without rude and thoughtless interruptions.

Band is considered a co-curricular class. This means that there will be performances such as concerts held outside of the normal school day. The Concert Band is the school’s premiere musical group and will perform the best possible concert representing the school at Festival band Contest. Extra rehearsals will be required to ensure our highest level of quality. All rehearsal and concert dates will be given out well in advance. Your attendance is required.