Make the most of each rehearsal
Use instruments and props properly and safely
Sing, play, and work to the best of your ability
Illustrate good character
Come ready to work hard and have fun!
Choir Rationale
The reason I teach choir is to share my love of music! It has the power to express the deepest emotions and can contribute to a lifetime of pleasure. Students should graduate the vocal program with the ability to be an active participant in community or collegiate choirs. Choir also provides instruction in discipline, responsibility, leadership, and teamwork.
· Practice Expectations
Students will be expected to come to class with materials prepared and well rehearsed. The choir will be as good as the students work to be; it is that simple.
· Performance Expectations
Students will be expected to arrive at all performances by the announced time, in appropriate dress. (Concert attire for the Christmas Concert and Black pants, white long sleeved, collared shirts for Music Festival and Spring Concert.) If for some reason a student is unable to attend a concert, written notification to me from the child's parent is expected within 48 hours of the announcement of the date. Students will not be excused for work purposes. If a student is excused, an alternate activity will be given in order to make up the work. If unexcused, the student will receive a failing grade for that performance.
· Leaving the Room
Students will be expected to take care of using the restroom between classes. Should an emergency case occur students will be dealt with on an individual basis. Every time a student leaves the room they will need to sign out and sign back in when returning.
· Tardies
In order to allow for maximum learning time in all classes, students will be expected to arrive to class on time. Students should be in the room and located in their appropriate seat within a reasonable time limit. Students will be dealt with according to the school policies listed in the student handbook.
· Candy, Food, Drinks, Etc…
PLEASE… no candy, food, gum, or drinks in the music room! They are bad for the chairs as well as your voice.
·Equipment Care
There is a large investment made when purchasing equipment for the music room. All students will be expected to treat equipment with respect! Students caught treating equipment disrespectfully will be subject to the discipline procedures of the class.
o Must be ready to start class, in your seat with necessary items (music, stand, pencil, etc...) within a reasonable time limit.
o Show respect for all classmates and teachers
o Display only a positive attitude in every class
Remember, singing is a very personal expression. We never mock or criticize a performance!
Use instruments and props properly and safely
Sing, play, and work to the best of your ability
Illustrate good character
Come ready to work hard and have fun!
Choir Rationale
The reason I teach choir is to share my love of music! It has the power to express the deepest emotions and can contribute to a lifetime of pleasure. Students should graduate the vocal program with the ability to be an active participant in community or collegiate choirs. Choir also provides instruction in discipline, responsibility, leadership, and teamwork.
· Practice Expectations
Students will be expected to come to class with materials prepared and well rehearsed. The choir will be as good as the students work to be; it is that simple.
· Performance Expectations
Students will be expected to arrive at all performances by the announced time, in appropriate dress. (Concert attire for the Christmas Concert and Black pants, white long sleeved, collared shirts for Music Festival and Spring Concert.) If for some reason a student is unable to attend a concert, written notification to me from the child's parent is expected within 48 hours of the announcement of the date. Students will not be excused for work purposes. If a student is excused, an alternate activity will be given in order to make up the work. If unexcused, the student will receive a failing grade for that performance.
· Leaving the Room
Students will be expected to take care of using the restroom between classes. Should an emergency case occur students will be dealt with on an individual basis. Every time a student leaves the room they will need to sign out and sign back in when returning.
· Tardies
In order to allow for maximum learning time in all classes, students will be expected to arrive to class on time. Students should be in the room and located in their appropriate seat within a reasonable time limit. Students will be dealt with according to the school policies listed in the student handbook.
· Candy, Food, Drinks, Etc…
PLEASE… no candy, food, gum, or drinks in the music room! They are bad for the chairs as well as your voice.
·Equipment Care
There is a large investment made when purchasing equipment for the music room. All students will be expected to treat equipment with respect! Students caught treating equipment disrespectfully will be subject to the discipline procedures of the class.
o Must be ready to start class, in your seat with necessary items (music, stand, pencil, etc...) within a reasonable time limit.
o Show respect for all classmates and teachers
o Display only a positive attitude in every class
Remember, singing is a very personal expression. We never mock or criticize a performance!
National Standards for Music Education
1. Singing, alone and with others, a varied repertoire of music.
2. Performing on instruments, alone and with others, a varied repertoire of music.
3. Improvising melodies, variations, and accompaniments.
4. Composing and arranging music within specified guidelines.
5. Reading and notating music.
6. Listening to, analyzing, and describing music.
7. Evaluating music and music performances.
8. Understanding relationships between music, the other arts, and disciplines outside the arts.
9. Understanding music in relation to history and culture.