Jan 30 2008
As promised for the eighth grade orchestra class, the sections in Arlington Sketches deemed most needing attention (and therefore most test-worthy!):
Violin I: m. 38-50; 73-90
Violin II: m. 9-21; 79-90
Viola: m. 38-50; 77-83
Cello: m. 31-41; 102-120
Bass: m. 35-46; coda
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Jan 23 2008
Due to weather this past weekend, All-State auditions at the Westminster Schools were canceled.
Make-ups are scheduled for Saturday, February 2nd. So far, the scheduled times will remain the same.
Use your additional time wisely!
Happy Practicing! Let me know if/when you’d like more help.
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Jan 22 2008
A couple reminders for this week:
Tomorrow, Wednesday, Jan. 23 is picture day. All students should come with their orchestra uniform to change into for our group pictures. Students without proper attire will not be in the picture.
Practice records are due no later than tomorrow.
6 Grade: The snake I sent home is due Monday, 1/28. This is the next time I will see you in class.
Parents: Don’t worry if your student leaves his/her instrument at home this week. I will be attending a conference Thur-Sat, and they will have a substitute. Practice is still expected, however!
Have a wonderful week!
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Jan 16 2008
Friday Morning Practice this Friday (1/18) is canceled due to committee meetings.
Orchestra Group Pictures will be held on January 23rd.
You must wear your uniform to be in the pictures:
6th, 7th: Orchestra Polo (or White polo/nice shirt) with black on bottom
8th: Nice black top and black bottom
Symphony: White top, black bottom
Yes, you may bring something to change into afterwards – pictures will begin first thing that morning. Please listen for your group to be called for your time.
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Jan 15 2008
Write these in your calendar now!
Logs can be found under "Documents" on the McClure Orchestra website (link to left), in my room on the wall near the office, or create your own!
Logs must have:
-Date
-Section Practiced (e.g. Scales, Great gate, #15, etc)
-Goal for section (e.g. fingerings, intonation, speed up tempo to ____, correct bowings, correct rhythms….)
-How long section was practiced (I recommend no more than 10 min/individual goal – though there can be many goals per piece!)
-Total minutes practiced for the 2 weeks.
8th Grade Expectations for a 100: 30 min/day, 6 days/week (360 min for 2 weeks)
7th Grade Expectations for a 100: 25 min/day, 6 days/week (300 min for 2 weeks)
Due Dates for this semester:
Tues, 1/22 (MLK, Jr Day on 1/21)
Mon, 2/4
Mon, 2/25 (skip due to long weekend and concert on 2/21)
Mon, 3/10
Mon, 3/24
Mon, 4/14
Mon, 4/28
Mon, 5/12 (Final for the year)
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Jan 14 2008
A couple good links about the importance of music education in a person’s life:
New Horizons in Learning article
If you find any others you believe I should know about, please feel free to e-mail me at the link to the left.
Have a wonderful day!
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Jan 09 2008
Welcome back! I hope everyone had an enjoyable break and is ready to begin a new semster!
Orchestra Members:
Please check the Orchestra Calendar for after school rehearsals in February and March. Festival is coming up faster than you might imagine, and I really want everyone to be as ready as possible for our performances!
The calendar can be found on the "Documents" link on the McClure Orchestra website, which is linked on the left of this page, as well as on Google Calendars under "McClure Mddle Orchestra".
7-1: We will have a playing quiz Friday on #47
7-2: We will have a playing quiz Friday on #71
8th: Please have Essential Elements 2000 Book 3 (Essential Technique – it’s green) by Monday. This book will be used in your high school classes as well, so it’s well worth the $7!!
6th: This week, please review #s 92, 101, 102, 105 and 106. We don’t have any time to waste – Jamboree music will be coming soon, and there is quite a few pieces for that concert!
8th General Music: You have spoken, and the topics for the 9 weeks are:
-African Drumming
-The Origins of Modern Music
-Create Your Own Instrument
-Making a Music Video
A signed syllabus is due by Friday, January 11th. Download syllabus_general_music.doc
6th General Music: Welcome to the world of music! We will begin with a unit on rhythm. Please have your signed syllabus in by Friday, January 11th.
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