Orchestra+Handbook


 * Glenbrook Middle School Orchestra Handbook 2014 – 2015 **

**__ Classroom Supplies __** *Black 1” three ring binder* *Pencil* *Instrument* *A way to record at home* // Smart phones and iPads are the easiest to use to make a recording. You can also use your computer – desktop or laptop. If it does not have an internal microphone, you can purchase a one at Radio Shack, Staples or even online. This does not need to be a high quality recording, so a basic mic is enough! Students will be required to submit their recordings through Google Classroom. //

**__ Grading Policy __**
 * 20% Participation/Effort: ** This category includes bringing all music, method book, pencil, shoulder rest (violins/violas) and supplies (rosin, other supplies), contributing positively and being on task throughout rehearsal. In addition, students are expected to practice at least 10 - 15 minutes per day for 5 days in a week for a total of 50 minutes per week.
 * 30% Playing Assessments: ** Announced take-home tests performing your pieces individually.
 * 10% Quizzes: ** Announces or unannounced spot quizzes on note reading, music terminology, performance of difficult passages in the music and scales.
 * 40% Concert Attendance: ** It is the student’s responsibility to attend ALL performances and dress rehearsals.

**__ 2014-2015 Concert Dates __** 7th/8th Grade- Thursday, January 15 6th Grade- Wednesday, June 3 7th/8th Grade- Thursday, June 4 (Concerts are held at Glenbrook Auditorium)
 * Glenbrook  Concerts are held in the Glenbrook Auditorium  ||  Williams   Concerts are held at LHS  ||
 * 6th Grade- Wednesday, January 14

Jazz/Orchestra Tour (7th/8th Orchestra) Wednesday, June 10 || 6th Grade- Monday, January 12 @ LHS 7th/8th Grade- Tuesday, January 13 @ LHS 6th Grade- Monday, June 1 @ LHS 7th/8th Grade Tuesday, June 2 @ LHS

Jazz/Orchestra Tour (7th/8th Orchestra) Wednesday, June 10 ||

**__ Concert Dress Code __** **__ Classroom Rules __** Respect!
 * Boys ** = White long sleeve dress shirt, black pants, and dress shoes. Seventh and eighth graders must also wear a tie. No sneakers, no flip-flops.
 * Girls ** = White dress shirt, black skirt (when sitting, knees should be covered) or black dress pants, and black dress shoes. No sneakers, no flip-flops.
 * 1) 1. Arrive on Time or With a Pass
 * 2) 2. Keep Hands, Feet, Instruments, etc. to Self
 * 3) 3. Follow Directions First Time Given
 * 4) 4. Rehearse Effectively
 * Attention on Conductor
 * Start/Stop as Directed
 * Stopping ≠Talking

**__ Classroom Procedures __**
 * 1) 1. Enter room quickly and quietly; auditorium entry is through stage door only.
 * 2) 2. Unpack instruments at the back/sides of the room
 * 3) 3. Place your own music and pencils on your stand.
 * 4) 4. Tune at your assigned tuning station.
 * 5) 5. Begin Seatwork
 * 6) 6. Rehearse Effectively
 * Attention on Conductor
 * Start/Stop as Directed
 * Stopping ≠Talking
 * 1) 7. The teacher dismisses, not the bell.

Detach the following form and return to class by September 5, 2014 – This is probably the easiest A+ you will earn all year. You can also scan it and attach it in Google Classroom

I have read through the 2014-2015 Orchestra Handbook with my student and we are aware of the grading procedure, concert dates and classroom expectations.

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