Students need to bring the following to all band rehearsals:
- their instrument
- lesson book
- band folder and
- a pencil
They will need to bring these same materials to band lessons. Please notify your band teacher of any unavoidable conflicts prior to a performance. All home practice should be recorded on their weekly practice record.
Daily Practice
Daily practice is essential for steady progress. 20 minutes per day, 6 days per week is recommended. Some helpful practice tips include:
- Schedule your practice time and post your practice schedule in a highly visible place
- Mark the schedule each time you practice and record your minutes in your practice record
- Establish a practice routine and divide your practice time to cover the following: Long tones, Scales, Lesson Book, Band Music and Solo/Ensemble Music
- Eliminate distractions (family/siblings, television, iPods, video games, etc…)
- Practice to improve (concentrate, assess your mistakes and try to correct them)
- Take pride in your practice time—the band is counting on you!
Performances
Listed below are the three main performances for all 5th Grade Band students. Each elementary may offer additional performance opportunities. Your band teacher will communicate specific dates and times of all performances to you.
- Fifth Grade Winter Concert - This concert features the 5th Grade Band & Chorus and is normally held in December during the school day in the school gym.
- Fifth Grade Fine Arts Night – This concert also features the 5th Grade Band & Chorus and will be held on an evening in March or April in the High School Auditorium.
- Fifth Grade Band Solo Night – Each student will have the opportunity to perform a solo with a piano accompanist. This event is normally held after school during 2nd semester after school
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