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Objective

You should leave tonight’s meeting with all of the information necessary to:

• Make an informed decision• Sign up for a musical activity.• Order an instrument and book • Contact Mr. Luce (

[email protected]) or Mr. Mauldin ([email protected]) should any other questions arise

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Why should my child participate in the band program?

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Work Ethic

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Differences

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Self Esteem

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What does the Band program consist of?

• Each week your child will participate in at least one (1) 40 minute large group rehearsal during the 3:00 activity period.

• Every three (3) school days your child will be pulled from music class to receive band instruction for 40 minutes.

• The full group plays two (2) concerts per year (January 29 and May 27).

At Orchard Middle School

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What instruments are offered in the 5th Grade?

Woodwinds:• Flute• Clarinet• Oboe*• Bassoon*

* Denotes an instrument that requires a student with excellent work habits and motivation

Brass:• Trumpet• Trombone• French Horn*• Baritone• Tuba

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Program expectations:

• 20-30 minutes of daily home practice for building individual skills.

• Bring working instrument, book, agenda and pencil to every rehearsal.The greatest factor in your child’s success as a band member is

their competence on their chosen instrument. In 5th grade the students learn 70% of the pitches/fingerings used throughout the high school curriculum. It is the individuals job to master

the skills necessary to succeed.

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Where can I get an instrument?

• Academy Music Company• Motter’s Music House• Warren Henry Music

There are 3 local music stores with whom we do business.

You are not limited to these stores, feel free to shop around.

For your convenience representatives are available in the cafeteria immediately following this presentation.

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Please be wary of an instrument bought from large discount stores. There has been an influx of poorly made instruments from

the far East that these large stores are marketing as disposable. Most repair shops cannot repair these instruments because they

are so poorly made or do not have spare parts available in the US. We have also seen a large number of less-than-adequate

instruments for sale via the internet market. If you are unsure of the instruments quality, ask Mr. Luce or Mr. Mauldin for help.

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Do you already own an Instrument?Great, then do the following to ensure a successful band

experience:• Professionally cleaned and inspected

• Case for protection

• Mr. Mauldin or Mr. Luce examine it and help suggest a course of action. Contact [email protected] or [email protected]

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What do I need to do when I leave here tonight?• Talk instrument options with child. Make after school

appointment if unsure.• Read flyers/information from music stores. • Fill out the Music Department Sign-up Sheet correctly.

-Make sure you know your child’s student ID and what instrument they would like to play-This is also the time to indicate whether your child is interested in being considered for percussion and saxophone.

Students need their instruments by September 8 and books by

September 2 so that we can start learning.

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What can I do to help my child achieve their full potential?*Be supportive

*Be consistent*Show interest in how they are progressing. * Give them a comfortable, quiet place to practice (not the garage).*Communicate with the lessons teachers regularly

Use the practice log that your child receives each lesson.

*Use SmartMusic for home practice help.

Remember most children do not like to practice. If your child has to be told to do homework, he/she

will have to be told to practice. You can help make the difference between success and failure.

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What is SmartMusic?

• Smartmusic is a software program that allows your child to perform into a microphone and receive immediate feedback about pitch and rhythm.

• Smartmusic has our Standard of Excellence book programmed into it.

• Smartmusic allows for advanced students to move at their own pace.

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Some students need extra attention. A great way to help your child accelerate

their progress is through an outside private lesson. If you would like more information, please email Mr. Mauldin

([email protected]) or Mr. Luce ([email protected]) for names and

contact information of approved teachers.

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What if my child wants to play in the orchestra and band?

Great! The music staff works together to give students this option.

Your child will need to take a private lesson on either their band instrument or their orchestra instrument outside of school. They will not get small group instruction on whichever instrument they are taking privately.

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The saxophone and percussion are not instruments that we start in beginning band. Your child must start on an approved instrument and will be evaluated with all the other candidates.

For more information grab a FAQ sheet by the door.

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Contact Mr. Luce or Mr. Mauldin with any questions

Mr. Luce [email protected]

Mr. Mauldin [email protected]

Thank you for coming and please drive safely.

Documents

10/13/2015 Questions? Contact [email protected] or [email protected] OMS Band Information Night Presented by: Mr. Luce and Mr. Mauldin