Orchestra

• Music performance is the largest part of being in Orchestra. Even when we are not performing, students will play their instruments in class every day.
• Music Theory is how we learn to read and understand music. We spend some time learning about new music reading skills, and completing exercises to show understanding.
• Weekly lessons happen in JH, just like they did in elementary school. Students are responsible for making up any missed work from their other classes.
• Practicing at home outside of class is important to learn any new skill or improve on skills already learned. Students are expected to practice at least 4 days a week for 30 minutes.

• Participation and Effort 20%
• Assignments 20%
• Assessments 30%
• Lesson Attendance 20%
• Practice Logs 10%

• Working instrument
• Shoulder rest for violin/viola
• Rosin
• Music Stand at home for practicing

Sunday, September 1………………………………..8th Grade Orchestra

Septemberfest –12:30 Orchestra

Tuesday, October 29………………………………..8th Grade Orchestra

SHS – 7:00 p.m.

Monday, December 9………………………..7th & 8th Grade Orchestras

Keller Gym – 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, December 11………………………….Concert for Staff PD
Keller Gym – 2:15 p.m.

March – TBA…………………………………8th Grade Band/Orchestra
SHS – solo/ensemble…afternoon/evening

Wednesday, May 7……………………………………………………………..Orchestra
Keller Gym 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, May 10…………………………….. Orchestra & 8th Grade Band
Music in the Parks Competition – Six Flags