CONCERT BAND E-LEARNING
This page is for instructions, materials and assignments specifically for Concert Band.
*A separate supplemental music page has been added. CLICK HERE.
NEW-SmartMusic JAZZ - Three video tutorials are here: Searching Jazz Music | Jazz Improv | Full-Length Tunes
*A separate supplemental music page has been added. CLICK HERE.
NEW-SmartMusic JAZZ - Three video tutorials are here: Searching Jazz Music | Jazz Improv | Full-Length Tunes
Assignment for 5/21 - 5/28 Smartmusic
Smartmusic assignment Due 5/28
This is a piece I know you can do and may recognize. I would love to see your best work on this. Please read the instructions and listen to the recording when you open it for the first time.
1. Log into Smartmusic
2. Open the newest assignment "Simple Gifts"
3. Listen to the recording with both the accompaniment and Your Part on.
4. Listen to the piece without the accompaniment.
5. Practice it at a tempo you can learn it at.
6. Make sure you check the Key Signature and look for any accidentals (changed notes) in the piece.
7. When you feel you can show me your best work, record and submit your recording. You have several days to practice before turning your work in.
Let me knwo if you have any questions.
Mr. T
Smartmusic assignment Due 5/28
This is a piece I know you can do and may recognize. I would love to see your best work on this. Please read the instructions and listen to the recording when you open it for the first time.
1. Log into Smartmusic
2. Open the newest assignment "Simple Gifts"
3. Listen to the recording with both the accompaniment and Your Part on.
4. Listen to the piece without the accompaniment.
5. Practice it at a tempo you can learn it at.
6. Make sure you check the Key Signature and look for any accidentals (changed notes) in the piece.
7. When you feel you can show me your best work, record and submit your recording. You have several days to practice before turning your work in.
Let me knwo if you have any questions.
Mr. T
Week of 5/11 Smartmusic/Seesaw Assignment
Home Performance #2 - Due by Monday 5/18
Complete your second recording this week and present it to your family. Record your performance in Seesaw by 5/18
I will be listening to your first performance this week.
If you still need to record your pieces, use the link below
https://forms.gle/DCSY6nZ8dkBnN69G8
Assignment Instructions again:
Everyone will prepare a short concert for their family this weekend.
This assignment will be recorded in Seesaw.
Seesaw assignment will be available on Friday 5/15
Office Hours and One on One
Tuesday 5/12 2:15 - 3:15 Office Hours ( Check in for help) Use the Google Meet link on the Classroom Page.
ONE on ONE Help - Would you like some extra help on preparing your assignment? Send me an email and I will be happy to set up a time to meet with you to help you with anything you need.
Home Performance #2 - Due by Monday 5/18
Complete your second recording this week and present it to your family. Record your performance in Seesaw by 5/18
I will be listening to your first performance this week.
If you still need to record your pieces, use the link below
https://forms.gle/DCSY6nZ8dkBnN69G8
Assignment Instructions again:
Everyone will prepare a short concert for their family this weekend.
This assignment will be recorded in Seesaw.
Seesaw assignment will be available on Friday 5/15
Office Hours and One on One
Tuesday 5/12 2:15 - 3:15 Office Hours ( Check in for help) Use the Google Meet link on the Classroom Page.
ONE on ONE Help - Would you like some extra help on preparing your assignment? Send me an email and I will be happy to set up a time to meet with you to help you with anything you need.
Week of 5/4 Smartmusic/Seesaw Assignment
This week I will be asking students to choose 2 pieces to learn and perform for their family on Saturday or Sunday (Mother's Day!)
You will do one recording this weekend and one recording next weekend
1. Students should check Google Classroom this week. I will posted some possible pieces for them to learn and perform. Students can also choose to learn and perform a piece of their own from the Smartmusic selections.
2. Once students have selected their pieces, follow the link below to submit your titles that you will be preparing.
https://forms.gle/DCSY6nZ8dkBnN69G8
At this point students should prepare them using Smartmusic.
3. Everyone will prepare a short concert for their family this weekend.
4. This assignment will be recorded in Seesaw. I will show them how to do this when we meet this week.
Seesaw assignment will be available on Friday
This week I will be asking students to choose 2 pieces to learn and perform for their family on Saturday or Sunday (Mother's Day!)
You will do one recording this weekend and one recording next weekend
1. Students should check Google Classroom this week. I will posted some possible pieces for them to learn and perform. Students can also choose to learn and perform a piece of their own from the Smartmusic selections.
2. Once students have selected their pieces, follow the link below to submit your titles that you will be preparing.
https://forms.gle/DCSY6nZ8dkBnN69G8
At this point students should prepare them using Smartmusic.
3. Everyone will prepare a short concert for their family this weekend.
4. This assignment will be recorded in Seesaw. I will show them how to do this when we meet this week.
Seesaw assignment will be available on Friday
4/27 Smartmusic Assignments (Due by 5/5)
Smartmusic Assignments - Due 5/5
Please log into Smartmusic to access the newest assignments. New assignments are due by 5/5. If you have not turned in previous assignments please do so as soon as possible. If you need any assistance please let me know. Make sure you listen to the recording of the assignment first and READ the instructions for preparing the assignment to record and turn in.
Smartmusic Assignments - Due 5/5
Please log into Smartmusic to access the newest assignments. New assignments are due by 5/5. If you have not turned in previous assignments please do so as soon as possible. If you need any assistance please let me know. Make sure you listen to the recording of the assignment first and READ the instructions for preparing the assignment to record and turn in.
4/21 Smartmusic Assignments (Due by 4/27)
Hi Everyone
This week I have 3 things assigned in Smartmusic. Only 2 are to be submitted for credit. I also have some things for rhythm practice.
1. Smartmusic Assignments for Credit:
Sound Innovations #122 - Chromatic March
Sound Innovations #179 - Chromatic Scale
In order to receive credit on these you need to score an 82%. Turn in your best work by 4/21.
2. "Cave Man Get's a Haircut" - Just for fun
3. Rhythm Exercises - Simple Time 2 (Patterns 9 - 12)
I will show you how to get to these at our group meetings.
4/21 Google Meets Meetings
Please check your Concert Band Google Classroom for information regarding a meeting time. The Google Meets link is located in the Banner of your classroom page in the upper left hand corner. If you miss your meeting time simply join in on another time.
Hi Everyone
This week I have 3 things assigned in Smartmusic. Only 2 are to be submitted for credit. I also have some things for rhythm practice.
1. Smartmusic Assignments for Credit:
Sound Innovations #122 - Chromatic March
Sound Innovations #179 - Chromatic Scale
In order to receive credit on these you need to score an 82%. Turn in your best work by 4/21.
2. "Cave Man Get's a Haircut" - Just for fun
3. Rhythm Exercises - Simple Time 2 (Patterns 9 - 12)
I will show you how to get to these at our group meetings.
4/21 Google Meets Meetings
Please check your Concert Band Google Classroom for information regarding a meeting time. The Google Meets link is located in the Banner of your classroom page in the upper left hand corner. If you miss your meeting time simply join in on another time.
4/16 Assignment Info
1. Today I would like you to fill out the Google form with your Smartmusic Login information. This will help me help you when you are having trouble. PLEASE DO THIS TODAY. If you have not signed up, please do that as soon as possible so you can complete the assignments.
Google Form Link https://forms.gle/1TLEBKNytu28BhfF9
2. I will be posting your next assignments tomorrow, Friday 4/17. I will provide a due date with the assignment.
I also plan on setting up some Zoom or Meets with some small groups to go over some Smartmusic info.
3. If you have not completed the Smartmusic assignments that have been assigned, do them as soon as possible so you don't get backed up.
Stay well everyone! Miss being in class with you.
Mr. T
1. Today I would like you to fill out the Google form with your Smartmusic Login information. This will help me help you when you are having trouble. PLEASE DO THIS TODAY. If you have not signed up, please do that as soon as possible so you can complete the assignments.
Google Form Link https://forms.gle/1TLEBKNytu28BhfF9
2. I will be posting your next assignments tomorrow, Friday 4/17. I will provide a due date with the assignment.
I also plan on setting up some Zoom or Meets with some small groups to go over some Smartmusic info.
3. If you have not completed the Smartmusic assignments that have been assigned, do them as soon as possible so you don't get backed up.
Stay well everyone! Miss being in class with you.
Mr. T
Assignment for Week of 4/6/2020 - Due by 4.11.2020
This week's assignment will focus on using the dotted quarter note rhythm Below you will find the links to the music as well as a sample of the assignment. Preparation instructions:
1. Click on the "Assignment Sheet Music" link below to access your part. You may need to scroll down to find your part.
2. Use the "Sample Recording" link to listen to the assignment as well as practice along with.
3. Make sure you use the elements that were covered in the instruction video when preparing your assignment
4. You may need to practice the assignment at a slower tempo in order to prepare it properly.
5. When you are ready to record, log into Seesaw and record your assignment. You can record the assignment with the sample recording or without but you must have a metronome set to 97.
Sample Practice Recording
Assignment Sheet Music
1. Click on the "Assignment Sheet Music" link below to access your part. You may need to scroll down to find your part.
2. Use the "Sample Recording" link to listen to the assignment as well as practice along with.
3. Make sure you use the elements that were covered in the instruction video when preparing your assignment
4. You may need to practice the assignment at a slower tempo in order to prepare it properly.
5. When you are ready to record, log into Seesaw and record your assignment. You can record the assignment with the sample recording or without but you must have a metronome set to 97.
Sample Practice Recording
Assignment Sheet Music
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