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Instructional Guidelines
Band Grade 7
Week 1Unit of study: Responds to and evaluates music and musical performancesFourth Grading Period
TEKS Band 7 (Content)
1 A Demonstrate characteristic instrumental timbre individually and in groups
1 B describe intervals, music notation, musical instruments, musical performances, using standard terminology
1 C identify music forms presented aurally and through music notation
2 A Perform independently with accurate intonation and rhythm, demonstrating fundamental skills and basic performance techniques
3 A Sight-read music in treble and/or other clefs in various keys and meters
6 A Design and apply criteria for evaluating the quality and effectiveness of music and musical performances
6 B Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of personal performances
6 C Exhibit concert etiquette during live performances in a variety of settings
TEKS Band 7 (Skills and Processes)
1 A Demonstrate characteristic instrumental timbre individually and in groups
1 B describe intervals, music notation, musical instruments, musical performances, using standard terminology
1 C identify music forms presented aurally and through music notation
2 A Perform independently with accurate intonation and rhythm, demonstrating fundamental skills and basic performance techniques
3 A Sight-read music in treble and/or other clefs in various keys and meters
6 A Design and apply criteria for evaluating the quality and effectiveness of music and musical performances
6 B Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of personal performances
6 C Exhibit concert etiquette during live performances in a variety of settings
College Prep
Vocabulary
Resources
Instructional Guidelines
Word Wall
Major Scales
Chromatic Scales
Sight-Reading
Concert Etiquette
Cassette Tapes
Smart Music Program
Practice Records
Band Auditions
Spring Concert
Band Festival(s)
Solo & Ensemble Competition
Standard Of Excellence, Comprehensive Band Method Book 1 & 2, Neil A. KJOS Music Company, Publisher, 2004, by Bruce Pearson
Essential Musicianship for Band: Essential Concepts, Hal Leonard Corporation, 2004, by Eddie Green, John Benzer, David Bertman, & Percussion by Evelio Villarreal
Essential Musicianship for Band: Masterwork Studies, Hal Leonnard Corporation, 2004, Paula Crider, Jack Saunders, & Contributing Authors Charles Menghini and Garwood Whaley
Essential Technique 2000, Intermediate to Advanced Studies, Hal Leonard Corporation, 2001, Tim Lautzenheiser, John Higgins, Charles Menghini, Paul Lavender, Tom C. Rhodes, Don Bierschenk, & Percussion Consultant and Editor Will Rapp
Additional Resources:
Foundations for Superior Performance: Warm-ups & Techniques for Band, Neil A. KJOS Music Company, Publisher, 1997, by Richard Williams & Jeff King
Note Speller by Fred Weber
The teacher will:
select appropriate repertoire for the upcoming Band Festival, Solo & Ensemble Contest, and Spring Concert.
videotape and evaluate a classroom lesson at least once per week
select material for the upcoming band audition: all major scales, chromatic, solo, etude, sight-reading
introduce, demonstrate, and present a model of the audition rubric that will be utilized for the audition process
reinforce the importance of a uniform counting system (tone is priority number one)
demonstrate how students should never perform beyond their instruments most resonant sound
video tape the performing bands at least once per week
so that the student will:
experience the highest level of musical success at the upcoming band competitions.
begin to assess and evaluate their performance as a group.
actively participate in the audition process and become successful as they prepare for band placement for the following school year.
clearly understand the expectations as set forth by the Director(s).
understand the importance of counting/clapping/hissing/note placement and rhythmic accuracy.
analyze and critically listen for the cleanest/purest tone production possible.
critically evaluate areas of concern as we prepare for the upcoming Band Festivals, Solo & Ensemble Contest, and Spring Concert.
How to Teach
Key Questions
Student Behaviors
Getting the Big Ideas
Strategies
A
Rigor
Relevance
1. Discuss the importance of ensemble concepts to the solo and ensemble music.
2. Describe the importance of never performing beyond your instruments best sound.
3. Describe how to successfully utilize the Tuning Chart
4. Why is a uniform counting system imperative to the success of the band program?
Students will apply the essential concepts for band.
Students will successfully reproduce a mature/focused tone-box.
Students will match tonal energy.
Students will successfully count and clap.
Director Demonstration
Drill & Practice
Rhythm Exercises on the
Overhead
Counting/clapping/hissing/finger- play
Audio Taped Assessments
Video/Audio Tape Rehearsal
Guest Clinician
Solo & Ensemble Lock-In: Rehearsal-A-Thon
Achievement Chart
Assessment
Students will demonstrate a full, rich, and dark tone quality.
Students will apply the essential ensemble concepts to their performance music.
Students will continue demonstrating various articulations and the recommended syllables on Concert F.
Students will perform with the fullest tone possible without going beyond their instruments best sound.
Before: Have students review and demonstrate the essential concepts for instrumental performance.
During: Have students demonstrate the ability to perform the warm-up procedure in tune with a
focused and centered sound. Students will also demonstrate the importance of understanding a uniform
counting system and successfully perform various rhythms on Concert F.
After: Evaluate students through performance as individuals or sections (live/cassette tape/SMART Music Program).
Technology Connection: Texas Bandmasters Association, Texas Music Educators Association,http://www.tmea.org/027_Magazine/Resource_Center/Code%20of%20Ethics.pdf, Concert Etiquette, Band, MENC: The National Association for Music Education
Special Education
Instructional Modifications/ Accommodations Determined by ARD/IEP
During: Check for Understanding
Partner special needs students with other students
Partner bilingual students with Spanish speaking students
Individually/sections assess students
Teach students how to record themselves on the cassette tape player
Individually assess students
Individually asses students utilizing the Smart Music Program
Band Grade 7
Week 2Unit of study: Responds to and evaluates music and musical performancesFourth Grading Period
TEKS Band 7 (Content)
1 A Demonstrate characteristic instrumental timbre individually and in groups
1 B describe intervals, music notation, musical instruments, musical performances, using standard terminology
1 C identify music forms presented aurally and through music notation
2 A Perform independently with accurate intonation and rhythm, demonstrating fundamental skills and basic performance techniques
3 A Sight-read music in treble and/or other clefs in various keys and meters
6 A Design and apply criteria for evaluating the quality and effectiveness of music and musical performances
6 B Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of personal performances
6 C Exhibit concert etiquette during live performances in a variety of settings
TEKS Band 7 (Skills and Processes)
1 A Demonstrate characteristic instrumental timbre individually and in groups
1 B describe intervals, music notation, musical instruments, musical performances, using standard terminology
1 C identify music forms presented aurally and through music notation
2 A Perform independently with accurate intonation and rhythm, demonstrating fundamental skills and basic performance techniques
3 A Sight-read music in treble and/or other clefs in various keys and meters
6 A Design and apply criteria for evaluating the quality and effectiveness of music and musical performances
6 B Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of personal performances
6 C Exhibit concert etiquette during live performances in a variety of settings
College Prep
Vocabulary
Resources
Instructional Guidelines
Word Wall
Major Scales
Chromatic Scales
Sight-Reading
Concert Etiquette
Cassette Tapes
Smart Music Program
Practice Records
Band Auditions
Spring Concert
Band Festival(s)
Solo & Ensemble Competition
Standard Of Excellence, Comprehensive Band Method Book 1 & 2, Neil A. KJOS Music Company, Publisher, 2004, by Bruce Pearson
Essential Musicianship for Band: Essential Concepts, Hal Leonard Corporation, 2004, by Eddie Green, John Benzer, David Bertman, & Percussion by Evelio Villarreal
Essential Musicianship for Band: Masterwork Studies, Hal Leonnard Corporation, 2004, Paula Crider, Jack Saunders, & Contributing Authors Charles Menghini and Garwood Whaley
Essential Technique 2000, Intermediate to Advanced Studies, Hal Leonard Corporation, 2001, Tim Lautzenheiser, John Higgins, Charles Menghini, Paul Lavender, Tom C. Rhodes, Don Bierschenk, & Percussion Consultant and Editor Will Rapp
Additional Resources:
Foundations for Superior Performance: Warm-ups & Techniques for Band, Neil A. KJOS Music Company, Publisher, 1997, by Richard Williams & Jeff King
Note Speller by Fred Weber
The teacher will:
select appropriate repertoire for the upcoming Band Festival, Solo & Ensemble Contest, and Spring Concert.
videotape and evaluate a classroom lesson at least once per week
select material for the upcoming band audition: all major scales, chromatic, solo, etude, sight-reading
review, demonstrate, and present a model of the audition rubric that will be utilized for the audition process
reinforce the importance of a uniform counting system (tone is priority number one)
demonstrate how students should never perform beyond their instruments most resonant sound
video tape the performing bands at least once per week
so that the student will:
experience the highest level of musical success at the upcoming band competitions.
begin to assess and evaluate their performance as a group.
actively participate in the audition process and become successful as they prepare for band placement for the following school year.
clearly understand the expectations as set forth by the Director(s).
understand the importance of counting/clapping/hissing/note placement and rhythmic accuracy.
analyze and critically listen for the cleanest/purest tone production possible.
critically evaluate areas of concern as we prepare for the upcoming Band Festivals, Solo & Ensemble Contest, and Spring Concert.
How to Teach
Key Questions
Student Behaviors
Getting the Big Ideas
Strategies
A
Rigor
Relevance
1. Discuss the importance of ensemble concepts to the solo and ensemble music.
2. Describe the importance of never performing beyond your instruments best sound.
3. Describe how to successfully utilize the Tuning Chart
4. Why is a uniform counting system imperative to the success of the band program?
Students will apply the essential concepts for band.
Students will successfully reproduce a mature/focused tone-box.
Students will match tonal energy.
Students will successfully count and clap.
Director Demonstration
Drill & Practice
Rhythm Exercises on the
Overhead
Counting/clapping/hissing/finger- play
Audio Taped Assessments
Video/Audio Tape Rehearsal
Guest Clinician
Solo & Ensemble Lock-In: Rehearsal-A-Thon
Achievement Chart
Assessment
Students will demonstrate a full, rich, and dark tone quality.
Students will apply the essential ensemble concepts to their performance music.
Students will continue demonstrating various articulations and the recommended syllables on Concert F.
Students will perform with the fullest tone possible without going beyond their instruments best sound.
Before: Have students review and demonstrate the essential concepts for instrumental performance.
During: Have students demonstrate the ability to perform the warm-up procedure in tune with a
focused and centered sound. Students will also demonstrate the importance of understanding a uniform
counting system and successfully perform various rhythms on Concert F.
After: Evaluate students through performance as individuals or sections (live/cassette tape/SMART Music Program).
Technology Connection: Texas Bandmasters Association, Texas Music Educators Association,http://www.tmea.org/027_Magazine/Resource_Center/Code%20of%20Ethics.pdf, Concert Etiquette, Band, MENC: The National Association for Music Education
Special Education
Instructional Modifications/ Accommodations Determined by ARD/IEP
During: Check for Understanding
Partner special needs students with other students
Partner bilingual students with Spanish speaking students
Individually/sections assess students
Teach students how to record themselves on the cassette tape player
Individually assess students
Individually asses students utilizing the Smart Music Program
Band Grade 7
Week 3Unit of study: Responds to and evaluates music and musical performancesFourth Grading Period
TEKS Band 7 (Content)
1 A Demonstrate characteristic instrumental timbre individually and in groups
1 B describe intervals, music notation, musical instruments, musical performances, using standard terminology
1 C identify music forms presented aurally and through music notation
2 A Perform independently with accurate intonation and rhythm, demonstrating fundamental skills and basic performance techniques
3 A Sight-read music in treble and/or other clefs in various keys and meters
6 A Design and apply criteria for evaluating the quality and effectiveness of music and musical performances
6 B Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of personal performances
6 C Exhibit concert etiquette during live performances in a variety of settings
TEKS Band 7 (Skills and Processes)
1 A Demonstrate characteristic instrumental timbre individually and in groups
1 B describe intervals, music notation, musical instruments, musical performances, using standard terminology
1 C identify music forms presented aurally and through music notation
2 A Perform independently with accurate intonation and rhythm, demonstrating fundamental skills and basic performance techniques
3 A Sight-read music in treble and/or other clefs in various keys and meters
6 A Design and apply criteria for evaluating the quality and effectiveness of music and musical performances
6 B Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of personal performances
6 C Exhibit concert etiquette during live performances in a variety of settings
College Prep
Vocabulary
Resources
Instructional Guidelines
Word Wall
Major Scales
Chromatic Scales
Sight-Reading
Concert Etiquette
Cassette Tapes
Smart Music Program
Practice Records
Band Auditions
Spring Concert
Band Festival(s)
Solo & Ensemble Competition
Standard Of Excellence, Comprehensive Band Method Book 1 & 2, Neil A. KJOS Music Company, Publisher, 2004, by Bruce Pearson
Essential Musicianship for Band: Essential Concepts, Hal Leonard Corporation, 2004, by Eddie Green, John Benzer, David Bertman, & Percussion by Evelio Villarreal
Essential Musicianship for Band: Masterwork Studies, Hal Leonnard Corporation, 2004, Paula Crider, Jack Saunders, & Contributing Authors Charles Menghini and Garwood Whaley
Essential Technique 2000, Intermediate to Advanced Studies, Hal Leonard Corporation, 2001, Tim Lautzenheiser, John Higgins, Charles Menghini, Paul Lavender, Tom C. Rhodes, Don Bierschenk, & Percussion Consultant and Editor Will Rapp
Additional Resources:
Foundations for Superior Performance: Warm-ups & Techniques for Band, Neil A. KJOS Music Company, Publisher, 1997, by Richard Williams & Jeff King
Note Speller by Fred Weber
The teacher will:
select appropriate repertoire for the upcoming Band Festival, Solo & Ensemble Contest, and Spring Concert.
videotape and evaluate a classroom lesson at least once per week
select material for the upcoming band audition: all major scales, chromatic, solo, etude, sight-reading
review, demonstrate, and present a model of the audition rubric that will be utilized for the audition process
reinforce the importance of a uniform counting system (tone is priority number one)
demonstrate how students should never perform beyond their instruments most resonant sound
video tape the performing bands at least once per week
so that the student will:
experience the highest level of musical success at the upcoming band competitions.
begin to assess and evaluate their performance as a group.
actively participate in the audition process and become successful as they prepare for band placement for the following school year.
clearly understand the expectations as set forth by the Director(s).
understand the importance of counting/clapping/hissing/note placement and rhythmic accuracy.
analyze and critically listen for the cleanest/purest tone production possible.
critically evaluate areas of concern as we prepare for the upcoming Band Festivals, Solo & Ensemble Contest, and Spring Concert.
How to Teach
Key Questions
Student Behaviors
Getting the Big Ideas
Strategies
A
Rigor
Relevance
1. Discuss the importance of ensemble concepts to the solo and ensemble music.
2. Describe the importance of never performing beyond your instruments best sound.
3. Describe how to successfully utilize the Tuning Chart
4. Why is a uniform counting system imperative to the success of the band program?
Students will apply the essential concepts for band.
Students will successfully reproduce a mature/focused tone-box.
Students will match tonal energy.
Students will successfully count and clap.
Director Demonstration
Drill & Practice
Rhythm Exercises on the
Overhead
Counting/clapping/hissing/finger- play
Audio Taped Assessments
Video/Audio Tape Rehearsal
Guest Clinician
Solo & Ensemble Lock-In: Rehearsal-A-Thon
Achievement Chart
Assessment
Students will demonstrate a full, rich, and dark tone quality.
Students will apply the essential ensemble concepts to their performance music.
Students will continue demonstrating various articulations and the recommended syllables on Concert F.
Students will perform with the fullest tone possible without going beyond their instruments best sound.
Before: Have students review and demonstrate the essential concepts for instrumental performance.
During: Have students demonstrate the ability to perform the warm-up procedure in tune with a
focused and centered sound. Students will also demonstrate the importance of understanding a uniform
counting system and successfully perform various rhythms on Concert F.
After: Evaluate students through performance as individuals or sections (live/cassette tape/SMART Music Program).
Technology Connection: Texas Bandmasters Association, Texas Music Educators Association,http://www.tmea.org/027_Magazine/Resource_Center/Code%20of%20Ethics.pdf, Concert Etiquette, Band, MENC: The National Association for Music Education
Special Education
Instructional Modifications/ Accommodations Determined by ARD/IEP
During: Check for Understanding
Partner special needs students with other students
Partner bilingual students with Spanish speaking students
Individually/sections assess students
Teach students how to record themselves on the cassette tape player
Individually assess students
Individually asses students utilizing the Smart Music Program
Band Grade 7
Week 4Unit of study: Responds to and evaluates music and musical performancesFourth Grading Period
TEKS Band 7 (Content)
1 A Demonstrate characteristic instrumental timbre individually and in groups
1 B describe intervals, music notation, musical instruments, musical performances, using standard terminology
1 C identify music forms presented aurally and through music notation
2 A Perform independently with accurate intonation and rhythm, demonstrating fundamental skills and basic performance techniques
3 A Sight-read music in treble and/or other clefs in various keys and meters
6 A Design and apply criteria for evaluating the quality and effectiveness of music and musical performances
6 B Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of personal performances
6 C Exhibit concert etiquette during live performances in a variety of settings
TEKS Band 7 (Skills and Processes)
1 A Demonstrate characteristic instrumental timbre individually and in groups
1 B describe intervals, music notation, musical instruments, musical performances, using standard terminology
1 C identify music forms presented aurally and through music notation
2 A Perform independently with accurate intonation and rhythm, demonstrating fundamental skills and basic performance techniques
3 A Sight-read music in treble and/or other clefs in various keys and meters
6 A Design and apply criteria for evaluating the quality and effectiveness of music and musical performances
6 B Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of personal performances
6 C Exhibit concert etiquette during live performances in a variety of settings
College Prep
Vocabulary
Resources
Instructional Guidelines
Word Wall
Major Scales
Chromatic Scales
Sight-Reading
Concert Etiquette
Cassette Tapes
Smart Music Program
Practice Records
Band Auditions
Spring Concert
Band Festival(s)
Solo & Ensemble Competition
Standard Of Excellence, Comprehensive Band Method Book 1 & 2, Neil A. KJOS Music Company, Publisher, 2004, by Bruce Pearson
Essential Musicianship for Band: Essential Concepts, Hal Leonard Corporation, 2004, by Eddie Green, John Benzer, David Bertman, & Percussion by Evelio Villarreal
Essential Musicianship for Band: Masterwork Studies, Hal Leonnard Corporation, 2004, Paula Crider, Jack Saunders, & Contributing Authors Charles Menghini and Garwood Whaley
Essential Technique 2000, Intermediate to Advanced Studies, Hal Leonard Corporation, 2001, Tim Lautzenheiser, John Higgins, Charles Menghini, Paul Lavender, Tom C. Rhodes, Don Bierschenk, & Percussion Consultant and Editor Will Rapp
Additional Resources:
Foundations for Superior Performance: Warm-ups & Techniques for Band, Neil A. KJOS Music Company, Publisher, 1997, by Richard Williams & Jeff King
Note Speller by Fred Weber
The teacher will:
select appropriate repertoire for the upcoming Band Festival, Solo & Ensemble Contest, and Spring Concert.
videotape and evaluate a classroom lesson at least once per week
select material for the upcoming band audition: all major scales, chromatic, solo, etude, sight-reading
review, demonstrate, and present a model of the audition rubric that will be utilized for the audition process
reinforce the importance of a uniform counting system (tone is priority number one)
demonstrate how students should never perform beyond their instruments most resonant sound
video tape the performing bands at least once per week
so that the student will:
experience the highest level of musical success at the upcoming band competitions.
begin to assess and evaluate their performance as a group.
actively participate in the audition process and become successful as they prepare for band placement for the following school year.
clearly understand the expectations as set forth by the Director(s).
understand the importance of counting/clapping/hissing/note placement and rhythmic accuracy.
analyze and critically listen for the cleanest/purest tone production possible.
critically evaluate areas of concern as we prepare for the upcoming Band Festivals, Solo & Ensemble Contest, and Spring Concert.
How to Teach
Key Questions
Student Behaviors
Getting the Big Ideas
Strategies
A
Rigor
Relevance
1. Discuss the importance of ensemble concepts to the solo and ensemble music.
2. Describe the importance of never performing beyond your instruments best sound.
3. Describe how to successfully utilize the Tuning Chart
4. Why is a uniform counting system imperative to the success of the band program?
Students will apply the essential concepts for band.
Students will successfully reproduce a mature/focused tone-box.
Students will match tonal energy.
Students will successfully count and clap.
Director Demonstration
Drill & Practice
Rhythm Exercises on the
Overhead
Counting/clapping/hissing/finger- play
Audio Taped Assessments
Video/Audio Tape Rehearsal
Guest Clinician
Solo & Ensemble Lock-In: Rehearsal-A-Thon
Achievement Chart
Assessment
Students will demonstrate a full, rich, and dark tone quality.
Students will apply the essential ensemble concepts to their performance music.
Students will continue demonstrating various articulations and the recommended syllables on Concert F.
Students will perform with the fullest tone possible without going beyond their instruments best sound.
Before: Have students review and demonstrate the essential concepts for instrumental performance.
During: Have students demonstrate the ability to perform the warm-up procedure in tune with a
focused and centered sound. Students will also demonstrate the importance of understanding a uniform
counting system and successfully perform various rhythms on Concert F.
After: Evaluate students through performance as individuals or sections (live/cassette tape/SMART Music Program).
Technology Connection: Texas Bandmasters Association, Texas Music Educators Association,http://www.tmea.org/027_Magazine/Resource_Center/Code%20of%20Ethics.pdf, Concert Etiquette, Band, MENC: The National Association for Music Education
Special Education
Instructional Modifications/ Accommodations Determined by ARD/IEP
During: Check for Understanding
Partner special needs students with other students
Partner bilingual students with Spanish speaking students
Individually/sections assess students
Teach students how to record themselves on the cassette tape player
Individually assess students
Individually asses students utilizing the Smart Music Program
Band Grade 7
Week 5Unit of study: Responds to and evaluates music and musical performancesFourth Grading Period
TEKS Band 7 (Content)
1 A Demonstrate characteristic instrumental timbre individually and in groups
1 B describe intervals, music notation, musical instruments, musical performances, using standard terminology
1 C identify music forms presented aurally and through music notation
2 A Perform independently with accurate intonation and rhythm, demonstrating fundamental skills and basic performance techniques
3 A Sight-read music in treble and/or other clefs in various keys and meters
6 A Design and apply criteria for evaluating the quality and effectiveness of music and musical performances
6 B Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of personal performances
6 C Exhibit concert etiquette during live performances in a variety of settings
TEKS Band 7 (Skills and Processes)
1 A Demonstrate characteristic instrumental timbre individually and in groups
1 B describe intervals, music notation, musical instruments, musical performances, using standard terminology
1 C identify music forms presented aurally and through music notation
2 A Perform independently with accurate intonation and rhythm, demonstrating fundamental skills and basic performance techniques
3 A Sight-read music in treble and/or other clefs in various keys and meters
6 A Design and apply criteria for evaluating the quality and effectiveness of music and musical performances
6 B Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of personal performances
6 C Exhibit concert etiquette during live performances in a variety of settings
College Prep
Vocabulary
Resources
Instructional Guidelines
Word Wall
Major Scales
Chromatic Scales
Sight-Reading
Concert Etiquette
Cassette Tapes
Smart Music Program
Practice Records
Band Auditions
Spring Concert
Band Festival(s)
Solo & Ensemble Competition
Standard Of Excellence, Comprehensive Band Method Book 1 & 2, Neil A. KJOS Music Company, Publisher, 2004, by Bruce Pearson
Essential Musicianship for Band: Essential Concepts, Hal Leonard Corporation, 2004, by Eddie Green, John Benzer, David Bertman, & Percussion by Evelio Villarreal
Essential Musicianship for Band: Masterwork Studies, Hal Leonnard Corporation, 2004, Paula Crider, Jack Saunders, & Contributing Authors Charles Menghini and Garwood Whaley
Essential Technique 2000, Intermediate to Advanced Studies, Hal Leonard Corporation, 2001, Tim Lautzenheiser, John Higgins, Charles Menghini, Paul Lavender, Tom C. Rhodes, Don Bierschenk, & Percussion Consultant and Editor Will Rapp
Additional Resources:
Foundations for Superior Performance: Warm-ups & Techniques for Band, Neil A. KJOS Music Company, Publisher, 1997, by Richard Williams & Jeff King
Note Speller by Fred Weber
The teacher will:
videotape and evaluate a classroom lesson at least once per week
select material for the upcoming band audition: all major scales, chromatic, solo, etude, sight-reading
review, demonstrate, and present a model of the audition rubric that will be utilized for the audition process
reinforce the importance of a uniform counting system (tone is priority number one)
demonstrate how students should never perform beyond their instruments most resonant sound
video tape the performing bands at least once per week
so that the student will:
begin to assess and evaluate their performance as a group.
actively participate in the audition process and become successful as they prepare for band placement for the following school year.
clearly understand the expectations as set forth by the Director(s).
understand the importance of counting/clapping/hissing/note placement and rhythmic accuracy.
analyze and critically listen for the cleanest/purest tone production possible.
critically evaluate areas of concern as we prepare for the upcoming Band Festivals, Solo & Ensemble Contest, and Spring Concert.
How to Teach
Key Questions
Student Behaviors
Getting the Big Ideas
Strategies
A
Rigor
Relevance
1. Discuss the importance of ensemble concepts to the solo and ensemble music.
2. Describe the importance of never performing beyond your instruments best sound.
3. Describe how to successfully utilize the Tuning Chart
4. Why is a uniform counting system imperative to the success of the band program?
Students will apply the essential concepts for band.
Students will successfully reproduce a mature/focused tone-box.
Students will match tonal energy.
Students will successfully count and clap.
Director Demonstration
Drill & Practice
Rhythm Exercises on the
Overhead
Counting/clapping/hissing/finger- play
Audio Taped Assessments
Video/Audio Tape Rehearsal
Guest Clinician
Solo & Ensemble Lock-In: Rehearsal-A-Thon
Achievement Chart
Assessment
Students will demonstrate a full, rich, and dark tone quality.
Students will apply the essential ensemble concepts to their performance music.
Students will continue demonstrating various articulations and the recommended syllables on Concert F.
Students will perform with the fullest tone possible without going beyond their instruments best sound.
Before: Have students review and demonstrate the essential concepts for instrumental performance.
During: Have students demonstrate the ability to perform the warm-up procedure in tune with a
focused and centered sound. Students will also demonstrate the importance of understanding a uniform
counting system and successfully perform various rhythms on Concert F.
After: Evaluate students through performance as individuals or sections (live/cassette tape/SMART Music Program).
Technology Connection: Texas Bandmasters Association, Texas Music Educators Association,http://www.tmea.org/027_Magazine/Resource_Center/Code%20of%20Ethics.pdf, Concert Etiquette, Band, MENC: The National Association for Music Education
Special Education
Instructional Modifications/ Accommodations Determined by ARD/IEP
During: Check for Understanding
Partner special needs students with other students
Partner bilingual students with Spanish speaking students
Individually/sections assess students
Teach students how to record themselves on the cassette tape player
Individually assess students
Individually asses students utilizing the Smart Music Program
Band Grade 7
Week 6Unit of study: Responds to and evaluates music and musical performancesFourth Grading Period
TEKS Band 7 (Content)
1 A Demonstrate characteristic instrumental timbre individually and in groups
1 B describe intervals, music notation, musical instruments, musical performances, using standard terminology
1 C identify music forms presented aurally and through music notation
2 A Perform independently with accurate intonation and rhythm, demonstrating fundamental skills and basic performance techniques
3 A Sight-read music in treble and/or other clefs in various keys and meters
6 A Design and apply criteria for evaluating the quality and effectiveness of music and musical performances
6 B Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of personal performances
6 C Exhibit concert etiquette during live performances in a variety of settings
TEKS Band 7 (Skills and Processes)
1 A Demonstrate characteristic instrumental timbre individually and in groups
1 B describe intervals, music notation, musical instruments, musical performances, using standard terminology
1 C identify music forms presented aurally and through music notation
2 A Perform independently with accurate intonation and rhythm, demonstrating fundamental skills and basic performance techniques
3 A Sight-read music in treble and/or other clefs in various keys and meters
6 A Design and apply criteria for evaluating the quality and effectiveness of music and musical performances
6 B Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of personal performances
6 C Exhibit concert etiquette during live performances in a variety of settings
College Prep
Vocabulary
Resources
Instructional Guidelines
Word Wall
Major Scales
Chromatic Scales
Sight-Reading
Concert Etiquette
Cassette Tapes
Smart Music Program
Practice Records
Band Auditions
Spring Concert
Band Festival(s)
Solo & Ensemble Competition
Standard Of Excellence, Comprehensive Band Method Book 1 & 2, Neil A. KJOS Music Company, Publisher, 2004, by Bruce Pearson
Essential Musicianship for Band: Essential Concepts, Hal Leonard Corporation, 2004, by Eddie Green, John Benzer, David Bertman, & Percussion by Evelio Villarreal
Essential Musicianship for Band: Masterwork Studies, Hal Leonnard Corporation, 2004, Paula Crider, Jack Saunders, & Contributing Authors Charles Menghini and Garwood Whaley
Essential Technique 2000, Intermediate to Advanced Studies, Hal Leonard Corporation, 2001, Tim Lautzenheiser, John Higgins, Charles Menghini, Paul Lavender, Tom C. Rhodes, Don Bierschenk, & Percussion Consultant and Editor Will Rapp
Additional Resources:
Foundations for Superior Performance: Warm-ups & Techniques for Band, Neil A. KJOS Music Company, Publisher, 1997, by Richard Williams & Jeff King
Note Speller by Fred Weber
The teacher will:
videotape and evaluate a classroom lesson at least once per week
select material for the upcoming band audition: all major scales, chromatic, solo, etude, sight-reading
review, demonstrate, and present a model of the audition rubric that will be utilized for the audition process
reinforce the importance of a uniform counting system (tone is priority number one)
demonstrate how students should never perform beyond their instruments most resonant sound
video tape the performing bands at least once per week
so that the student will:
begin to assess and evaluate their performance as a group.
actively participate in the audition process and become successful as they prepare for band placement for the following school year.
clearly understand the expectations as set forth by the Director(s).
understand the importance of counting/clapping/hissing/note placement and rhythmic accuracy.
analyze and critically listen for the cleanest/purest tone production possible.
critically evaluate areas of concern as we prepare for the upcoming Band Festivals, Solo & Ensemble Contest, and Spring Concert.
How to Teach
Key Questions
Student Behaviors
Getting the Big Ideas
Strategies
A
Rigor
Relevance
1. Discuss the importance of ensemble concepts to the solo and ensemble music.
2. Describe the importance of never performing beyond your instruments best sound.
3. Describe how to successfully utilize the Tuning Chart
4. Why is a uniform counting system imperative to the success of the band program?
Students will apply the essential concepts for band.
Students will successfully reproduce a mature/focused tone-box.
Students will match tonal energy.
Students will successfully count and clap.
Director Demonstration
Drill & Practice
Rhythm Exercises on the
Overhead
Counting/clapping/hissing/finger- play
Audio Taped Assessments
Video/Audio Tape Rehearsal
Guest Clinician
Solo & Ensemble Lock-In: Rehearsal-A-Thon
Achievement Chart
Assessment
Students will demonstrate a full, rich, and dark tone quality.
Students will apply the essential ensemble concepts to their performance music.
Students will continue demonstrating various articulations and the recommended syllables on Concert F.
Students will perform with the fullest tone possible without going beyond their instruments best sound.
Before: Have students review and demonstrate the essential concepts for instrumental performance.
During: Have students demonstrate the ability to perform the warm-up procedure in tune with a
focused and centered sound. Students will also demonstrate the importance of understanding a uniform
counting system and successfully perform various rhythms on Concert F.
After: Evaluate students through performance as individuals or sections (live/cassette tape/SMART Music Program).
Technology Connection: Texas Bandmasters Association, Texas Music Educators Association,http://www.tmea.org/027_Magazine/Resource_Center/Code%20of%20Ethics.pdf, Concert Etiquette, Band, MENC: The National Association for Music Education
Special Education
Instructional Modifications/ Accommodations Determined by ARD/IEP
During: Check for Understanding
Partner special needs students with other students
Partner bilingual students with Spanish speaking students
Individually/sections assess students
Teach students how to record themselves on the cassette tape player
Individually assess students
Individually asses students utilizing the Smart Music Program
Band Grade 7
Week 7Unit of study: Responds to and evaluates music and musical performancesFourth Grading Period
TEKS Band 7 (Content)
1 A Demonstrate characteristic instrumental timbre individually and in groups
1 B describe intervals, music notation, musical instruments, musical performances, using standard terminology
1 C identify music forms presented aurally and through music notation
2 A Perform independently with accurate intonation and rhythm, demonstrating fundamental skills and basic performance techniques
3 A Sight-read music in treble and/or other clefs in various keys and meters
6 A Design and apply criteria for evaluating the quality and effectiveness of music and musical performances
6 B Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of personal performances
6 C Exhibit concert etiquette during live performances in a variety of settings
TEKS Band 7 (Skills and Processes)
1 A Demonstrate characteristic instrumental timbre individually and in groups
1 B describe intervals, music notation, musical instruments, musical performances, using standard terminology
1 C identify music forms presented aurally and through music notation
2 A Perform independently with accurate intonation and rhythm, demonstrating fundamental skills and basic performance techniques
3 A Sight-read music in treble and/or other clefs in various keys and meters
6 A Design and apply criteria for evaluating the quality and effectiveness of music and musical performances
6 B Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of personal performances
6 C Exhibit concert etiquette during live performances in a variety of settings
College Prep
Vocabulary
Resources
Instructional Guidelines
Word Wall
Major Scales
Chromatic Scales
Sight-Reading
Concert Etiquette
Cassette Tapes
Smart Music Program
Practice Records
Band Auditions
Spring Concert
Band Festival(s)
Solo & Ensemble Competition
Standard Of Excellence, Comprehensive Band Method Book 1 & 2, Neil A. KJOS Music Company, Publisher, 2004, by Bruce Pearson
Essential Musicianship for Band: Essential Concepts, Hal Leonard Corporation, 2004, by Eddie Green, John Benzer, David Bertman, & Percussion by Evelio Villarreal
Essential Musicianship for Band: Masterwork Studies, Hal Leonnard Corporation, 2004, Paula Crider, Jack Saunders, & Contributing Authors Charles Menghini and Garwood Whaley
Essential Technique 2000, Intermediate to Advanced Studies, Hal Leonard Corporation, 2001, Tim Lautzenheiser, John Higgins, Charles Menghini, Paul Lavender, Tom C. Rhodes, Don Bierschenk, & Percussion Consultant and Editor Will Rapp
Additional Resources:
Foundations for Superior Performance: Warm-ups & Techniques for Band, Neil A. KJOS Music Company, Publisher, 1997, by Richard Williams & Jeff King
Note Speller by Fred Weber
The teacher will:
videotape and evaluate a classroom lesson at least once per week
select material for the upcoming band audition: all major scales, chromatic, solo, etude, sight-reading
review, demonstrate, and present a model of the audition rubric that will be utilized for the audition process
reinforce the importance of a uniform counting system (tone is priority number one)
demonstrate how students should never perform beyond their instruments most resonant sound
video tape the performing bands at least once per week
so that the student will:
begin to assess and evaluate their performance as a group.
actively participate in the audition process and become successful as they prepare for band placement for the following school year.
clearly understand the expectations as set forth by the Director(s).
understand the importance of counting/clapping/hissing/note placement and rhythmic accuracy.
analyze and critically listen for the cleanest/purest tone production possible.
critically evaluate areas of concern as we prepare for the upcoming Band Festivals, Solo & Ensemble Contest, and Spring Concert.
How to Teach
Key Questions
Student Behaviors
Getting the Big Ideas
Strategies
A
Rigor
Relevance
1. Discuss the importance of ensemble concepts to the solo and ensemble music.
2. Describe the importance of never performing beyond your instruments best sound.
3. Describe how to successfully utilize the Tuning Chart
4. Why is a uniform counting system imperative to the success of the band program?
Students will apply the essential concepts for band.
Students will successfully reproduce a mature/focused tone-box.
Students will match tonal energy.
Students will successfully count and clap.
Director Demonstration
Drill & Practice
Rhythm Exercises on the
Overhead
Counting/clapping/hissing/finger- play
Audio Taped Assessments
Video/Audio Tape Rehearsal
Guest Clinician
Solo & Ensemble Lock-In: Rehearsal-A-Thon
Achievement Chart
Assessment
Students will demonstrate a full, rich, and dark tone quality.
Students will apply the essential ensemble concepts to their performance music.
Students will continue demonstrating various articulations and the recommended syllables on Concert F.
Students will perform with the fullest tone possible without going beyond their instruments best sound.
Before: Have students review and demonstrate the essential concepts for instrumental performance.
During: Have students demonstrate the ability to perform the warm-up procedure in tune with a
focused and centered sound. Students will also demonstrate the importance of understanding a uniform
counting system and successfully perform various rhythms on Concert F.
After: Evaluate students through performance as individuals or sections (live/cassette tape/SMART Music Program).
Technology Connection: Texas Bandmasters Association, Texas Music Educators Association,http://www.tmea.org/027_Magazine/Resource_Center/Code%20of%20Ethics.pdf, Concert Etiquette, Band, MENC: The National Association for Music Education
Special Education
Instructional Modifications/ Accommodations Determined by ARD/IEP
During: Check for Understanding
Partner special needs students with other students
Partner bilingual students with Spanish speaking students
Individually/sections assess students
Teach students how to record themselves on the cassette tape player
Individually assess students
Individually asses students utilizing the Smart Music Program
Band Grade 7
Week 8Unit of study: Responds to and evaluates music and musical performancesFourth Grading Period
TEKS Band 7 (Content)
1 A Demonstrate characteristic instrumental timbre individually and in groups
1 B describe intervals, music notation, musical instruments, musical performances, using standard terminology
1 C identify music forms presented aurally and through music notation
2 A Perform independently with accurate intonation and rhythm, demonstrating fundamental skills and basic performance techniques
3 A Sight-read music in treble and/or other clefs in various keys and meters
6 A Design and apply criteria for evaluating the quality and effectiveness of music and musical performances
6 B Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of personal performances
6 C Exhibit concert etiquette during live performances in a variety of settings
TEKS Band 7 (Skills and Processes)
1 A Demonstrate characteristic instrumental timbre individually and in groups
1 B describe intervals, music notation, musical instruments, musical performances, using standard terminology
1 C identify music forms presented aurally and through music notation
2 A Perform independently with accurate intonation and rhythm, demonstrating fundamental skills and basic performance techniques
3 A Sight-read music in treble and/or other clefs in various keys and meters
6 A Design and apply criteria for evaluating the quality and effectiveness of music and musical performances
6 B Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of personal performances
6 C Exhibit concert etiquette during live performances in a variety of settings
College Prep
Vocabulary
Resources
Instructional Guidelines
Word Wall
Major Scales
Chromatic Scales
Sight-Reading
Concert Etiquette
Cassette Tapes
Smart Music Program
Practice Records
Band Auditions
Spring Concert
Band Festival(s)
Solo & Ensemble Competition
Standard Of Excellence, Comprehensive Band Method Book 1 & 2, Neil A. KJOS Music Company, Publisher, 2004, by Bruce Pearson
Essential Musicianship for Band: Essential Concepts, Hal Leonard Corporation, 2004, by Eddie Green, John Benzer, David Bertman, & Percussion by Evelio Villarreal
Essential Musicianship for Band: Masterwork Studies, Hal Leonnard Corporation, 2004, Paula Crider, Jack Saunders, & Contributing Authors Charles Menghini and Garwood Whaley
Essential Technique 2000, Intermediate to Advanced Studies, Hal Leonard Corporation, 2001, Tim Lautzenheiser, John Higgins, Charles Menghini, Paul Lavender, Tom C. Rhodes, Don Bierschenk, & Percussion Consultant and Editor Will Rapp
Additional Resources:
Foundations for Superior Performance: Warm-ups & Techniques for Band, Neil A. KJOS Music Company, Publisher, 1997, by Richard Williams & Jeff King
Note Speller by Fred Weber
The teacher will:
begin the audition process for the 4th nine week grading period
select material for the upcoming band audition: all major scales, chromatic, solo, etude, sight-reading
review, demonstrate, and present a model of the audition rubric that will be utilized for the audition process
reinforce the importance of a uniform counting system (tone is priority number one)
demonstrate how students should never perform beyond their instruments most resonant sound
so that the student will:
successfully perform the band placement audition material for the following school year.
actively participate in the audition process and become successful as they prepare for band placement for the following school year.
clearly understand the expectations as set forth by the Director(s).
understand the importance of counting/clapping/hissing/note placement and rhythmic accuracy.
analyze and critically listen for the cleanest/purest tone production possible.
How to Teach
Key Questions
Student Behaviors
Getting the Big Ideas
Strategies
A
Rigor
Relevance
1. Discuss the importance of ensemble concepts to the solo and ensemble music.
2. Describe the importance of never performing beyond your instruments best sound.
3. Describe how to successfully utilize the Tuning Chart
4. Why is a uniform counting system imperative to the success of the band program?
Students will apply the essential concepts for band.
Students will successfully reproduce a mature/focused tone-box.
Students will match tonal energy.
Students will successfully count and clap.
Director Demonstration
Drill & Practice
Rhythm Exercises on the
Overhead
Counting/clapping/hissing/finger- play
Audio Taped Assessments
Video/Audio Tape Rehearsal
Guest Clinician
Solo & Ensemble Lock-In: Rehearsal-A-Thon
Achievement Chart
Assessment
Students will demonstrate a full, rich, and dark tone quality.
Students will apply the essential ensemble concepts to their performance music.
Students will continue demonstrating various articulations and the recommended syllables on Concert F.
Students will perform with the fullest tone possible without going beyond their instruments best sound.
Before: Have students review and demonstrate the essential concepts for instrumental performance.
During: Have students demonstrate the ability to perform the warm-up procedure in tune with a
focused and centered sound. Students will also demonstrate the importance of understanding a uniform
counting system and successfully perform various rhythms on Concert F.
After: Evaluate students through performance as individuals or sections (live/cassette tape/SMART Music Program).
Technology Connection: Texas Bandmasters Association, Texas Music Educators Association,http://www.tmea.org/027_Magazine/Resource_Center/Code%20of%20Ethics.pdf, Concert Etiquette, Band, MENC: The National Association for Music Education
Special Education
Instructional Modifications/ Accommodations Determined by ARD/IEP
During: Check for Understanding
Partner special needs students with other students
Partner bilingual students with Spanish speaking students
Individually/sections assess students
Teach students how to record themselves on the cassette tape player
Individually assess students
Individually asses students utilizing the Smart Music Program
Band Grade 7
Week 9Unit of study: Responds to and evaluates music and musical performancesFourth Grading Period
TEKS Band 7 (Content)
1 A Demonstrate characteristic instrumental timbre individually and in groups
1 B describe intervals, music notation, musical instruments, musical performances, using standard terminology
1 C identify music forms presented aurally and through music notation
2 A Perform independently with accurate intonation and rhythm, demonstrating fundamental skills and basic performance techniques
3 A Sight-read music in treble and/or other clefs in various keys and meters
6 A Design and apply criteria for evaluating the quality and effectiveness of music and musical performances
6 B Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of personal performances
6 C Exhibit concert etiquette during live performances in a variety of settings
TEKS Band 7 (Skills and Processes)
1 A Demonstrate characteristic instrumental timbre individually and in groups
1 B describe intervals, music notation, musical instruments, musical performances, using standard terminology
1 C identify music forms presented aurally and through music notation
2 A Perform independently with accurate intonation and rhythm, demonstrating fundamental skills and basic performance techniques
3 A Sight-read music in treble and/or other clefs in various keys and meters
6 A Design and apply criteria for evaluating the quality and effectiveness of music and musical performances
6 B Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of personal performances
6 C Exhibit concert etiquette during live performances in a variety of settings
College Prep
Vocabulary
Resources
Instructional Guidelines
Word Wall
Major Scales
Chromatic Scales
Sight-Reading
Concert Etiquette
Cassette Tapes
Smart Music Program
Practice Records
Band Auditions
Spring Concert
Band Festival(s)
Solo & Ensemble Competition
Standard Of Excellence, Comprehensive Band Method Book 1 & 2, Neil A. KJOS Music Company, Publisher, 2004, by Bruce Pearson
Essential Musicianship for Band: Essential Concepts, Hal Leonard Corporation, 2004, by Eddie Green, John Benzer, David Bertman, & Percussion by Evelio Villarreal
Essential Musicianship for Band: Masterwork Studies, Hal Leonnard Corporation, 2004, Paula Crider, Jack Saunders, & Contributing Authors Charles Menghini and Garwood Whaley
Essential Technique 2000, Intermediate to Advanced Studies, Hal Leonard Corporation, 2001, Tim Lautzenheiser, John Higgins, Charles Menghini, Paul Lavender, Tom C. Rhodes, Don Bierschenk, & Percussion Consultant and Editor Will Rapp
Additional Resources:
Foundations for Superior Performance: Warm-ups & Techniques for Band, Neil A. KJOS Music Company, Publisher, 1997, by Richard Williams & Jeff King
Note Speller by Fred Weber
The teacher will:
begin the audition process for the 4th nine week grading period
select material for the upcoming band audition: all major scales, chromatic, solo, etude, sight-reading
review, demonstrate, and present a model of the audition rubric that will be utilized for the audition process
reinforce the importance of a uniform counting system (tone is priority number one)
demonstrate how students should never perform beyond their instruments most resonant sound
so that the student will:
successfully perform the band placement audition material for the following school year.
actively participate in the audition process and become successful as they prepare for band placement for the following school year.
clearly understand the expectations as set forth by the Director(s).
understand the importance of counting/clapping/hissing/note placement and rhythmic accuracy.
analyze and critically listen for the cleanest/purest tone production possible.
How to Teach
Key Questions
Student Behaviors
Getting the Big Ideas
Strategies
A
Rigor
Relevance
1. Discuss the importance of ensemble concepts to the solo and ensemble music.
2. Describe the importance of never performing beyond your instruments best sound.
3. Describe how to successfully utilize the Tuning Chart
4. Why is a uniform counting system imperative to the success of the band program?
Students will apply the essential concepts for band.
Students will successfully reproduce a mature/focused tone-box.
Students will match tonal energy.
Students will successfully count and clap.
Director Demonstration
Drill & Practice
Rhythm Exercises on the
Overhead
Counting/clapping/hissing/finger- play
Audio Taped Assessments
Video/Audio Tape Rehearsal
Guest Clinician
Solo & Ensemble Lock-In: Rehearsal-A-Thon
Achievement Chart
Assessment
Students will demonstrate a full, rich, and dark tone quality.
Students will apply the essential ensemble concepts to their performance music.
Students will continue demonstrating various articulations and the recommended syllables on Concert F.
Students will perform with the fullest tone possible without going beyond their instruments best sound.
Before: Have students review and demonstrate the essential concepts for instrumental performance.
During: Have students demonstrate the ability to perform the warm-up procedure in tune with a
focused and centered sound. Students will also demonstrate the importance of understanding a uniform
counting system and successfully perform various rhythms on Concert F.
After: Evaluate students through performance as individuals or sections (live/cassette tape/SMART Music Program).
Technology Connection: Texas Bandmasters Association, Texas Music Educators Association,http://www.tmea.org/027_Magazine/Resource_Center/Code%20of%20Ethics.pdf, Concert Etiquette, Band, MENC: The National Association for Music Education
Special Education
Instructional Modifications/ Accommodations Determined by ARD/IEP
During: Check for Understanding
Partner special needs students with other students
Partner bilingual students with Spanish speaking students
Individually/sections assess students
Teach students how to record themselves on the cassette tape player
Individually assess students
Individually asses students utilizing the Smart Music Program
Band Grade 7
Week 10Unit of study: Responds to and evaluates music and musical performancesFourth Grading Period
TEKS Band 7 (Content)
1 A Demonstrate characteristic instrumental timbre individually and in groups
1 B describe intervals, music notation, musical instruments, musical performances, using standard terminology
1 C identify music forms presented aurally and through music notation
2 A Perform independently with accurate intonation and rhythm, demonstrating fundamental skills and basic performance techniques
3 A Sight-read music in treble and/or other clefs in various keys and meters
6 A Design and apply criteria for evaluating the quality and effectiveness of music and musical performances
6 B Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of personal performances
6 C Exhibit concert etiquette during live performances in a variety of settings
TEKS Band 7 (Skills and Processes)
1 A Demonstrate characteristic instrumental timbre individually and in groups
1 B describe intervals, music notation, musical instruments, musical performances, using standard terminology
1 C identify music forms presented aurally and through music notation
2 A Perform independently with accurate intonation and rhythm, demonstrating fundamental skills and basic performance techniques
3 A Sight-read music in treble and/or other clefs in various keys and meters
6 A Design and apply criteria for evaluating the quality and effectiveness of music and musical performances
6 B Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of personal performances
6 C Exhibit concert etiquette during live performances in a variety of settings
College Prep
Vocabulary
Resources
Instructional Guidelines
Word Wall
Major Scales
Chromatic Scales
Sight-Reading
Concert Etiquette
Cassette Tapes
Smart Music Program
Practice Records
Band Auditions
Spring Concert
Band Festival(s)
Solo & Ensemble Competition
Standard Of Excellence, Comprehensive Band Method Book 1 & 2, Neil A. KJOS Music Company, Publisher, 2004, by Bruce Pearson
Essential Musicianship for Band: Essential Concepts, Hal Leonard Corporation, 2004, by Eddie Green, John Benzer, David Bertman, & Percussion by Evelio Villarreal
Essential Musicianship for Band: Masterwork Studies, Hal Leonnard Corporation, 2004, Paula Crider, Jack Saunders, & Contributing Authors Charles Menghini and Garwood Whaley
Essential Technique 2000, Intermediate to Advanced Studies, Hal Leonard Corporation, 2001, Tim Lautzenheiser, John Higgins, Charles Menghini, Paul Lavender, Tom C. Rhodes, Don Bierschenk, & Percussion Consultant and Editor Will Rapp
Additional Resources:
Foundations for Superior Performance: Warm-ups & Techniques for Band, Neil A. KJOS Music Company, Publisher, 1997, by Richard Williams & Jeff King
Note Speller by Fred Weber
The teacher will:
begin the audition process for the 4th nine week grading period
select material for the upcoming band audition: all major scales, chromatic, solo, etude, sight-reading
review, demonstrate, and present a model of the audition rubric that will be utilized for the audition process
reinforce the importance of a uniform counting system (tone is priority number one)
demonstrate how students should never perform beyond their instruments most resonant sound
so that the student will:
successfully perform the band placement audition material for the following school year.
actively participate in the audition process and become successful as they prepare for band placement for the following school year.
clearly understand the expectations as set forth by the Director(s).
understand the importance of counting/clapping/hissing/note placement and rhythmic accuracy.
analyze and critically listen for the cleanest/purest tone production possible.
How to Teach
Key Questions
Student Behaviors
Getting the Big Ideas
Strategies
A
Rigor
Relevance
1. Discuss the importance of ensemble concepts to the solo and ensemble music.
2. Describe the importance of never performing beyond your instruments best sound.
3. Describe how to successfully utilize the Tuning Chart
4. Why is a uniform counting system imperative to the success of the band program?
Students will apply the essential concepts for band.
Students will successfully reproduce a mature/focused tone-box.
Students will match tonal energy.
Students will successfully count and clap.
Director Demonstration
Drill & Practice
Rhythm Exercises on the
Overhead
Counting/clapping/hissing/finger- play
Audio Taped Assessments
Video/Audio Tape Rehearsal
Guest Clinician
Solo & Ensemble Lock-In: Rehearsal-A-Thon
Achievement Chart
Assessment
Students will demonstrate a full, rich, and dark tone quality.
Students will apply the essential ensemble concepts to their performance music.
Students will continue demonstrating various articulations and the recommended syllables on Concert F.
Students will perform with the fullest tone possible without going beyond their instruments best sound.
Before: Have students review and demonstrate the essential concepts for instrumental performance.
During: Have students demonstrate the ability to perform the warm-up procedure in tune with a
focused and centered sound. Students will also demonstrate the importance of understanding a uniform
counting system and successfully perform various rhythms on Concert F.
After: Evaluate students through performance as individuals or sections (live/cassette tape/SMART Music Program).
Technology Connection: Texas Bandmasters Association, Texas Music Educators Association,http://www.tmea.org/027_Magazine/Resource_Center/Code%20of%20Ethics.pdf, Concert Etiquette, Band, MENC: The National Association for Music Education
Special Education
Instructional Modifications/ Accommodations Determined by ARD/IEP
During: Check for Understanding
Partner special needs students with other students
Partner bilingual students with Spanish speaking students
Individually/sections assess students
Teach students how to record themselves on the cassette tape player
Individually assess students
Individually asses students utilizing the Smart Music Program
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