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SIXTH GRADE BAND EXPECTATIONS
Attendance
1.Rehearsals – You are required to be in rehearsal if you are in school that day.
2.Concerts – You are required to participate in our concerts. Please notify your parents
of the dates and times now so that there will be no conflicts.
3.Please use the bathroom prior to or following class. Every minute of rehearsal time is
precious.
Behavior
1.Respect each other. No name calling, putting down, or whispering.
2.Do YOUR best. Everyone has their own beginning point.
3.Abide by school rules at all times.
4.Please do not talk when Mr. Hagarty is giving instructions. Thank you!
5.Have fun!!! Music is all about exploration and learning. Make it work for you.
Discipline
1.Food or gum is not allowed in class as they may become choking hazards in this activity.
2.I enjoy having you in band and want you to stay here. If, for whatever reason, something has disturbed you in
class, please feel free to talk with me or contact the guidance counselor for further assistance. Our classroom
should be a safe environment for you.
Grading
Students will receive a pass/fail grade for Band. A Pass will be determined on the following basis:
Preparedness for class –
*Having your music and a PENCIL (not a pen, thank you)
*Returning any homework assignments in a timely fashion
*Practicing on your instrument is crucial for physical and mental development, spend at least 3days, 20
min/day enjoying your instrument
Class Participation –
*Actively participates in warm-ups
*Is ready to play when instructed
*Is quiet during class instruction
*Reports to assigned seat in their section.
*Answers and asks appropriate questions
Demonstrates knowledge –
*Can perform rhythms that are displayed in class
*Can play short sections of their pieces accurately
*Marks their scores accordingly to improve performances
*Quizzes
Attendance at concerts –
*The Band is an ensemble and each member is significant to the success of the group. Our concerts are the demonstration of our knowledge and artistic ability. It is imperative that everyone participates in the concerts. If a student is unable to attend due to an emergency, please e-mail the director at their school address with me. There is no success or satisfaction in spending months of rehearsal and practice and then not performing to see and experience the final result. Please consider this requirement carefully as you agree to participate in this course.
CONCERT DATES:
December 8, 2015
6th Grade Band/Chorus/Orchestra Concert
Grade 6 @ 6:30pm
(Ahern Middle School)
March 29, 2016
Bandarama
Bands 5-12 @ 6:30pm – FHS Gymnasium
June 2, 2016
6th Grade Band/Chorus/Orchestra Concert
Grade 6 @ 6:30pm
(Ahern Middle School)
**There is a possibility of participating in the annual MICCA festival held in Foxboro, Ma. On the weekend of April 1-2, 2016, More information will follow after Winter Break.**The Annual Foxboro Music Association Scholarship Auditions will be held just after April vacation on a date TBA.
Please share this letter with your parents, and sign below to indicate that you understand and will comply with the requirements of being in band. Please return the signed copy to Mr. Hagarty. Thank you! Please contact me via e-mail at [email protected]
Student’s signature:___________________________
Parent’s signature:____________________________Date:________________________
Attendance
1.Rehearsals – You are required to be in rehearsal if you are in school that day.
2.Concerts – You are required to participate in our concerts. Please notify your parents
of the dates and times now so that there will be no conflicts.
3.Please use the bathroom prior to or following class. Every minute of rehearsal time is
precious.
Behavior
1.Respect each other. No name calling, putting down, or whispering.
2.Do YOUR best. Everyone has their own beginning point.
3.Abide by school rules at all times.
4.Please do not talk when Mr. Hagarty is giving instructions. Thank you!
5.Have fun!!! Music is all about exploration and learning. Make it work for you.
Discipline
1.Food or gum is not allowed in class as they may become choking hazards in this activity.
2.I enjoy having you in band and want you to stay here. If, for whatever reason, something has disturbed you in
class, please feel free to talk with me or contact the guidance counselor for further assistance. Our classroom
should be a safe environment for you.
Grading
Students will receive a pass/fail grade for Band. A Pass will be determined on the following basis:
Preparedness for class –
*Having your music and a PENCIL (not a pen, thank you)
*Returning any homework assignments in a timely fashion
*Practicing on your instrument is crucial for physical and mental development, spend at least 3days, 20
min/day enjoying your instrument
Class Participation –
*Actively participates in warm-ups
*Is ready to play when instructed
*Is quiet during class instruction
*Reports to assigned seat in their section.
*Answers and asks appropriate questions
Demonstrates knowledge –
*Can perform rhythms that are displayed in class
*Can play short sections of their pieces accurately
*Marks their scores accordingly to improve performances
*Quizzes
Attendance at concerts –
*The Band is an ensemble and each member is significant to the success of the group. Our concerts are the demonstration of our knowledge and artistic ability. It is imperative that everyone participates in the concerts. If a student is unable to attend due to an emergency, please e-mail the director at their school address with me. There is no success or satisfaction in spending months of rehearsal and practice and then not performing to see and experience the final result. Please consider this requirement carefully as you agree to participate in this course.
CONCERT DATES:
December 8, 2015
6th Grade Band/Chorus/Orchestra Concert
Grade 6 @ 6:30pm
(Ahern Middle School)
March 29, 2016
Bandarama
Bands 5-12 @ 6:30pm – FHS Gymnasium
June 2, 2016
6th Grade Band/Chorus/Orchestra Concert
Grade 6 @ 6:30pm
(Ahern Middle School)
**There is a possibility of participating in the annual MICCA festival held in Foxboro, Ma. On the weekend of April 1-2, 2016, More information will follow after Winter Break.**The Annual Foxboro Music Association Scholarship Auditions will be held just after April vacation on a date TBA.
Please share this letter with your parents, and sign below to indicate that you understand and will comply with the requirements of being in band. Please return the signed copy to Mr. Hagarty. Thank you! Please contact me via e-mail at [email protected]
Student’s signature:___________________________
Parent’s signature:____________________________Date:________________________
Concert Schedule
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December 8 ,2015 Band, Chorus, and Orchestra Concert
John J. Ahern Middle School Auditorium Concert begins at 6:30 pm. Band Students should report to the band room by 5:45 pm for warm-ups and tuning. March 29 ,2016 Bandarama Concert Foxborough High School Gym Concert begins at 6:30 pm. Students should report to the gym by 6:15 pm. June 2 ,2016 Band, Chorus and Orchestra Spring Concert John J. Ahern Middle School Auditorium Concert begins at 6:30 pm. Students should report to the gym by 5:45 pm for warm-ups and tuning. |