This week, students will experience recording their first video assessment of the year. This assessment will act as a base-line to help the student and I form a learning plan – what musical concepts they are confident in, and what concepts we will focus on improving. Please do not think this performance has to be perfect, prepare well and try your best!
Instructions on how to complete this assignment were reviewed in class, and are available on Google Classroom. The music to prepare was handed out in class as a hard copy and is also available on Dashboard. Videos are private, only shared with me, and I will use a rubric to offer feedback to each student individually.
Are offered weekly, hosted by our junior and senior band members (thank you!). If you have questions on your lesson homework, Mrs. Kluga strongly suggest you attend. Students who lead or attend a session earn 1 point of extra credit. Mrs. Kluga is also always available for help by appointment.
Tuesday 10/12: Saxophone with Will, Jazz Band Low Brass, Jazz Band Saxes @ p.8
Wednesday 10/13: Clarinet with Ethan, Low Brass with Ryan, Flute with Chinmay, Jazz Band Trumpets with Trevor
Thursday 10/14: Trumpet with Trevor
Friday 10/15: Clarinet with Kayla, Percussion with Anthony and Drew
Rehearsal #2 was energetic and super fun – Mrs. Kluga is so proud of you guys for your progress! To prepare for this week, please make time to LISTEN. Review your HW, recordings, and info on Dashboard.
Our annual Music Boosters Tag Sale is this Saturday 10/16 from 9am-2pm outdoors **on the patio behind the Band Room** (note the location change). We will be accepting donations on Friday 10/15 from 3-7pm. Tell your friends and neighbors! Parent and student volunteers are needed to make this event a success. Please see Mrs. Gambetta’s e-mail to find out how you can help. A flyer is attached.
The YHS Music Department On-Line Citrus Sale is running through 10/29.
Students will earn 85% of their sales profit, to be put towards their end-of-year musical experience. The remaining 15% of their sales profit will go to their ensemble’s general fund. During checkout customers will be able to select a specific student to receive the sales credit, or you can select the Band Scholarship Fund.
Orders are harvested the very same day they are shipped, ensuring that the fruit is the freshest possible. Each box is shipped at a flat rate of $7.95. Our website is accepting orders until 10/29/21. All orders will be delivered in time for the holiday season. If you or anyone you know is interested in supporting our Bands, please share the following information.
The First Nighters is a parent group whose mission is to support the YCSD Performing Arts programs. If you are interested, please e-mail Shelbey Graf ([email protected]). Please consider volunteering your time and talents, and/or becoming a sponsor. Akin to the Husker’s invaluable support of Athletics, the First Nighters are a vital part of keeping the Performing Arts alive in YCSD!
