Brandon Valley 5th Grade Band: Conference Schedule

Friday, September 25, 2009

Conference Schedule

My conference schedule on October 6 is as follows:

Brandon Elementary: 1:30 - 3:30

Robert Bennis Elementary: 3:30 - 5:30

Fred Assam Elementary: 6:30 - 9:00

Please feel free to see me at any one of the campuses regarding your child's progress on their band instrument! I look forward to meeting as many parents as I can!

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Objectives for 5th Grade Band

Studying instrumental music in the 5th grade band program will broaden players' ability and understanding in the following areas:

1. Development of proper posture, breathing and tone production.
2. Development of music reading skills and rhythm skills.
3. Memorization of new notes and fingerings as introduced.
4. (For percussionists) development of rudiments as they are introduced while using correct stickings, playing accurate rhythms and tapping the steady beat.
5. Proper instrumental rehearsal techniques/habits.
6. Sensitivity to appropriate musical styles.

7. Appropriate stage presence and etiquette.

8. Leadership

9. Teamwork, accountability and responsibility.