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Concert Band

Level IV

The purpose of the Concert Band, Level IV is to provide opportunities to further

develop basic music skills and instrumental techniques.

Prerequisite to membership in this program is Level III or equivalent study and

experience. Concert Band Level IV offers students the opportunity to perform literature

requiring more advanced instrumental skills. The literature selected will be representative

of a wide and diversified spectrum of band repertoire. Instruction will stress basic

fundamentals of music including vocabulary and symbolic notation with an emphasis on

specific playing skills.

The following proficiency levels are prescribed as goals to be met by the band

student with an average of 225 minutes of instruction per week. Classes meet regularly on

an A/B Block schedule.

Category

Date

Achieved

Minimum Standard

Virginia

Standard of

Learning

Tone Production The Band Student will: Consistently demonstrate the standard body posture for playing. HII.9.4

The Wind Instrumentalist will: Demonstrate the ability to produce an acceptable tone quality on a

sustained tone throughout the required range of the instrument emphasizing centering and fullness throughout the dynamic range of forte (f) to piano (p).

HII.10.2

Demonstrate the use of an acceptable embouchure while playing the required registers.

HII.10.3

Demonstrate the standard way to hold the instrument while at rest and while playing.

HII.9.4

The Percussion Instrumentalist will: Demonstrate the standard technique for producing a quality tone on all

standard percussion instruments emphasizing correct hand positions for the various instruments.

HII.10.2

HII.10.5 Fundamentals of

Technique

The Band Student will:

Demonstrate the ability to sight read and play a syncopated music line at a moderate tempo.

HII.12

HII.13 Demonstrate the ability to sight-read various band literature graded II-III. HII.17 Demonstrate the ability to sight-read a musical line in 6/8 meter, in both 2

and 6 beats per measure. HII.3

Demonstrate the ability to understand the mathematical relationships between the lengths of notes (i.e. wholes, halves, quarters, etc.).

HII.1

Demonstrate the ability to play from memory the full and segmented range chromatic scale and at least nine major scales in concert C, F, Bb, Eb, Ab, Db, G, D, and A ascending and descending. All scales should be played in various articulations with MM: 96-120.

HII.5

Demonstrate the difference in a variety of articulations as determined by notation and musical style.

HII.13

Demonstrate the ability to recognize and use conducting patterns in meters of 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6.

HII.11.4

Demonstrate the ability to play rehearsal literature utilizing appropriate phrasing techniques and tempo changes.

HII.13

Demonstrate the ability to play level II-III literature in cut time (2/2) meter.

HII.12,

HII.13

Demonstrate the ability to play in minor keys. HII.12

Demonstrate the ability to hear and sing various pitches and tune their instrument to these pitches. Demonstrate the ability to make adjustments while playing in intonation for various problem areas inherent to the particular instrument.

HII.9.3

HII.16.1

Demonstrate the ability to perform music at Level III involving tempo changes and a variety of meters and rhythmic patterns.

HII.13

The Wind Instrumentalist will:

Demonstrate the ability to play slurred passages correctly, as notated in band literature.

Brass students should demonstrate the ability to perform,

with moderate facility, a three-note lip slur beginning on Concert Bb (second note above fundamental) ascending and descending.

Trombone students should demonstrate an understanding of both natural slurs and legato-tongued unnatural slurs.

(Natural slur-slide moves out while pitch ascending or

slide moves in and pitch descends. Unnatural slurs-slide moves out and pitch descends or slide moves in and pitch

ascends).

HII.13

Demonstrate the ability to tune the instrument, within acceptable limits, by listening to a pitch, singing it, and matching it on the instrument. Students should be aware of the basic inherent pitch problems with their particular instrument.

HII.3

HII.16.1

Demonstrate the ability to single tongue sixteenth notes on selected pitches at MM = 96.

HII.13

Demonstrate the ability to use alternate fingerings or slide positions when applicable.

HII.10

Demonstrate the ability to read and use a standard fingering and/or trill chart for the instrument.

HIAR.12.4

Demonstrate the ability to perform trills and grace notes on the instrument.

HIAR.12.4

The Percussion Instrumentalist will:

Demonstrate the ability to correctly perform the rudiments listed in the NARD Standard 26 Rudiments in open-close- open style.

HII.10.5

Demonstrate the ability to perform sustained, single stroke rolls on all instruments.

HII.10.5

Demonstrate the ability to perform, while counting aloud, parts or exercises that include various rhythm patterns, rolls and rudiments on all standard percussion instruments.

HII.10.5

Demonstrate the ability to hear a pitch, sing it and tune timpani, within acceptable limits to that given pitch.

HII.9.6

Demonstrate the ability to perform all percussion parts as required in class ensemble or the full ensemble literature.

HII.9

Fundamentals

of Music

Theory


Demonstrate the ability to write and count aloud 8 measures each of 2/4, ¾, 4/4, 6/8 and 2/2 meters using whole, dotted half, half, dotted quarter, quarter, eighth and sixteenth notes and rests with no two measures alike.

HII.15

Demonstrate the ability to recognize and name all notes in the full playing range of the instrument.

HII.1

Demonstrate the ability to use correctly in performance and to pass a written examination containing the common symbolic notation and music terminology used in band method books, materials, and

repertoire.

HII.8

Continue to improve the ability and the skills of music reading as outlined in level II and III.

HII.17

Demonstrate the relationship between concert pitch and/or written pitch for the instrument.

Demonstrate the ability to distinguish between half-steps, whole steps, unisons, and octaves.

HII.1

Demonstrate the ability to compose sixteen measures of music using correct key signatures, time signatures, rhythms, dynamic markings and covering at least one octave.

HII.7

Demonstrate the ability to recognize and name the written major key signatures of C, F, Bb, Eb, Ab, G, D and A.

HII.5

Demonstrate the ability to recognize aurally the difference in sound between major and minor tonalities.

HII.4

Demonstrate the ability to sing a part while other students sing or play contrasting parts.

HII.1.2

Embellish four to eight measures of a folk song by creating rhythmic and melodic variations.

HII.15


Demonstrate the ability to recognize and call by name all notes of both treble and bass clefs.

HII.1

Repertoire


Demonstrate the ability to perform an assigned part in a band or an ensemble in a variety of literature including Grade III literature representing a wide variety of styles and which includes the blending of instrumental timbres, matching dynamic levels, responding to basic conducting gestures and maintaining a constant tempo.

HII.17

Demonstrate the ability to play a Grade II-III prepared solo or ensemble. HII.17 Care and

Maintenance

of Equipment


Demonstrate the standard technique of assembling, disassembling, and adjusting the instrument for playing and storage.

HII.9

Identify the instrument with name tags prominently displayed outside and inside the instrument case.

HII.9

Identify and repair minor problems of the instrument being studied. HII.9


Demonstrate the standard technique of cleaning the mouthpiece and instrument.

HII.9.1


Demonstrate the ability to maintain percussion equipment in proper playing condition.

HII.9.1

Aesthetic

Growth and

Development


Demonstrate a positive attitude toward music and self-development through: 1. Regular attendance with music and instrument 2. Regular practice.

3. Completion of assignments.

4. Attention and active participation in class. 5. Persistence in overcoming musical problems.

6. Use of self-discipline in an ensemble setting.

7. Participation in extra-school musical activities.

8. Demonstrate appropriate concert etiquette as a performer and listener.

9. Understanding of student’s role in a successful musical organization.

HII.16

Develop an awareness of musical styles ranging from Baroque to Contemporary through: 1. Class performance. 2. Listening.

3. Analyzing.

4. Discussion.

HII.19

Express value judgments about the music being studied through personal opinions incorporating musical terms and ideas.

HII.20.2

Inter-

disciplinary

Understanding


Demonstrate the ability to relate the music being studied to social studies and language arts.

HII.18

Demonstrate the ability to describe distinguishing characteristics of the cultures and/or time periods of the music being studied.

HII.18.1

Demonstrate the ability to recognize and articulate expressive elements in music as they relate to other arts (painting, drama, dance, etc.)

HII.18.6

Identify career options in music. HII.18.5

Concert Band

Level V

The purpose of the Concert Band, Level V is to provide performance opportunities

to band students on a medium-advanced level. This ensemble will strive to establish

excellence in performance and further develop basic music skills and instrumental

techniques.

This class is open to any student upon recommendation and/or audition by the band

director. The size of the band will be determined by the size of the band facility and

instrumentation requirements of the ensemble.

Musicianship prerequisites will include a knowledge of scale fundamentals,

interpretation skills, acceptable tone production and/or percussion skills and adequate

technique.

The student will continue the in-depth study of the basic fundamentals of music to

include the areas of symbolic notation and reading, rhythmic and melodic drill, music

theory, and music history.

Repertoire in the Concert Band, Level V will include the study of moderate to

moderately difficult music. A variety of styles and compositional techniques will be

explored from the Baroque period through contemporary writing.

The Concert Band, Level V is performance oriented and will be active in concert

appearances and VBODA events.

The band director will endeavor to instill in each student a sense of pride in the

group, thereby encouraging appropriate conduct and etiquette in both performance and

non-performance settings. Proper care of and respect for music, instruments, uniforms,

equipment and facilities will be emphasized. The following proficiency levels are

prescribed as goals to be met by the band student with an average of 225 minutes of

instruction per week. Classes meet regularly on an A/B Block schedule.

Category

Date

Achieved

Minimum Standard

Virginia Standard of

Learning

Tone

Production


Consistently demonstrate the standard body posture and hand positions/holding positions for playing.

HIAD.11.4


Demonstrate the ability to produce a controlled tone quality on a sustained tone throughout the practical range of the instrument.

HIAD.12.2

Demonstrate the use of a proper embouchure and breathing techniques necessary to the performance of a variety of music.

HIAD. 12.5

Demonstrate the standard way to hold the instrument while at rest and while playing.

HIAD.11.4


Demonstrate the ability to produce the desired tone quality on all percussion instruments necessary to the performance of a variety of music and musical styles.

HIAD.12.7

Fundamentals of

Technique


Demonstrate sight reading skills on grade II-IV with continued emphasis on reading and performing skills.

HIAD.19

Demonstrate the ability to understand the mathematical relationships between the lengths of notes (i.e. wholes, halves, quarters, etc.).

HIAD.2

Demonstrate the ability to play from memory the full chromatic scale, all twelve major scales, at least four melodic minor scales, and one octave tonic arpeggios. All scales should be played in various

articulations and rhythmic grouping, ascending and descending. Tempo

should be circa MM = 96-120.

HIAD.4

Demonstrate the ability to perform a variety of articulations at various speeds and in various combinations.

HIAD.15

Demonstrate the ability to recognize and use conducting patterns in meters of 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7.

HIAD.13.5

Demonstrate the ability to play rehearsal literature utilizing appropriate phrasing techniques.

HIAD.15

Demonstrate the ability to play level IV-V literature in cut time (2/2) meter.

HIAD.14

Demonstrate the ability to play in minor keys and understand the major-minor scale relationship.

HIAD.4

Demonstrate a basic understanding of intonation characteristics of their instrument with emphasis on correcting melodic and

harmonic tuning problems as they arise in the performance of music.

HIAD.13.2

Demonstrate the ability to perform medium difficult rhythms involving changing meters, mixed meters, asymmetrical patterns, and all note and rest values from the whole note to the sixteenth note.

HIAD.2

Demonstrate the ability to play arpeggios for the written keys of C, F, Bb, Eb, Ab, Db, G, D, A and E.

HIAR.4

Demonstrate the ability to perform trills and grace notes on the instrument. HIAR.12.4



Brass students should demonstrate the ability to perform, with

moderate facility, a four-note lip slur beginning on Concert Bb (third note above fundamental) ascending and descending.

Trombone students should demonstrate an understanding of both natural slurs and legato-tongued unnatural slurs (Natural slur-slide moves out while pitch ascending or

slide moves in and pitch descends. Unnatural slurs-slide moves out and pitch descends or slide moves in and pitch

ascends.)

HIAD.15

Demonstrate the ability to tune the instrument, within acceptable limits, by listening to a pitch, singing it, and matching it on the instrument. Students should be aware of the basic inherent pitch problems with their particular instrument and demonstrate the ability to adjust with the particular instrument.

HIAD.12.1


HIAD.15

Demonstrate the ability to use alternate fingerings or slide positions and the ability to read a standard fingering and/or trill chart for the instrument.

HIAR.12.4

Demonstrate the ability perform trills and grace notes on the instrument. HIAR.12.4


Consistently demonstrate correct hand positions for all standard percussion instruments.

HIAD.12.7

Demonstrate the ability to correctly perform by memory the 26 standard rudiments of snare drumming in open-close-open style.

HIAD.12.7

Demonstrate the ability to perform sustained, single stroke rolls on all instruments.

HIAD.12.7

Demonstrate the ability to perform, while counting aloud, parts or exercises that include various rhythm patterns, rolls and rudiments on all standard percussion instruments.

HIAD.12.7

Demonstrate the ability to hear a pitch, sing it and tune timpani, within acceptable limits to that given pitch.

HII.9.6


HIAD.12.7

Fundamentals

of Music

Theory


Demonstrate the ability to identify key signatures and apply them to the music being performed.

HIAD.3

Demonstrate the ability to write and count aloud 8 measures each of 2/4, ¾, 4/4, 6/8 and 2/2 meters using whole, dotted half, half, dotted quarter, quarter, eighth and sixteenth notes and rests with no two measures alike.

HIAD.2

Demonstrate the ability to recognize and name all notes in the full playing range of the instrument.

HIAD.1

Demonstrate the ability to use correctly in performance and to pass a written examination containing the common symbolic notation and music terminology used in band method books, materials, and repertoire.

HIAD.8

Continue to improve the ability and the skills of music reading as outlined in level II and III.

HIAD.19

Demonstrate the relationship between concert pitch and/or written pitch for the instrument.

Demonstrate the ability to distinguish between half-steps, whole steps, fifth, unisons, and octaves.

HIAD.1

The student will arrange harmonies, accompaniments, or counter melodies to a given melody.

HIAD.10

The student will improvise a melody to a I-IV-V-I chord progression. HIAD.9 Demonstrate the ability to recognize and name all written major key

signatures. HIAD.3


HIAD.4

Demonstrate an understanding of the circle of fourths/fifths as well as its relationship to major key signatures.

HIAD.4


HIAD.1.2



HIAD.1

Repertoire


Demonstrate the ability to perform an assigned part in a band or an ensemble in a variety of literature including Grade IV-VI literature representing a wide variety of styles and which includes the blending of instrumental timbres, matching dynamic levels, responding to basic conducting gestures and maintaining a constant tempo.

HIAD.14

Demonstrate the ability to play a Grade III-IV prepared solo or ensemble. HIAD.14

Care and

Maintenance

of Equipment


Demonstrate the standard technique of assembling, disassembling, and adjusting the instrument for playing and storage.

HIAD.11.1


HIAD.11.1

Identify and repair minor problems of the instrument being studied. HIAD.11.1



HIAD.11.1



HIAD.11

Aesthetic

Growth and

Development


Demonstrate a positive attitude toward music and self-development through: 1. Regular attendance with music and instrument.

2. Regular practice.

HIAD.18

3. Completion of assignments. 4. Attention and active participation in class. 5. Identification and persistence solution of musical problems

6. Use of self-discipline in an ensemble setting.


8. Contribution to a sense of ensemble within the performing group. 9. Recognition of authority and assumption of leadership roles when applicable.

10. Demonstrate appropriate concert etiquette as a performer and listener.

HIAD.18

Develop an awareness of musical styles ranging from Baroque to Contemporary through: 1. Class performance. 2. Listening. 3. Analyzing. 4. Discussion.

HIAD.21


HIAD.21

Inter-

disciplinary

Understanding


Demonstrate the ability to describe distinguishing characteristics of the cultures and/or time periods of the music being studied.

HIAD.20.1

Demonstrate the ability to recognize expressive elements in music as they relate to other arts (painting, drama, dance, etc.)

HIAD.20

Concert Band

Level VI

The purpose of the Concert Band, Level VI is to provide the student with the

opportunity to attain the highest level of excellence. This level will be attained through an

in depth understanding of band literature and the aesthetic experience of performance.

This class is open to any student upon recommendation and/or audition by the

band director. The size of the ensemble will be limited to a logical and balanced

instrumentation.

Musicianship requirements will include advanced knowledge of scale

fundamentals, interpretation skills, good tone production and/or percussion skills, and

advanced instrumental techniques.

The student will be expected to expand his/her knowledge and skills of

instrumental techniques, tone production, musical interpretation and solo/ensemble

performance.



theory, and music history.

Repertoire in the Concert Band, Level VI will include the study of advanced

music. A variety of styles and compositional techniques will be explored.

The Concert Band, Level VI is performance oriented and will be active in concert

appearances and VBODA events.



non-performance settings. Proper care of and respect for music, instruments, equipment,

uniforms and facilities will be emphasized.

The following proficiency levels are prescribed as goals to be met by the

band student with an average of 225 minutes of instruction per week. Classes meet

regularly on an A/B Block schedule.

Category

Date

Achieved

Minimum Standard


Learning

Tone

Production

Consistently demonstrate the standard body posture and hand positions/holding positions for playing.

HIAR.11.4

Demonstrate the ability to produce a controlled tone quality on a sustained tone throughout the full range of the instrument to allow fluent performance.

HIAR.12.2

Demonstrate the standard posture, instrument carriage, embouchure and breathing techniques necessary for the production of tone needed for the performance of advanced musical literature.

HIAR.12


Demonstrate the ability to produce the desired tone quality on all percussion instruments necessary to the performance of advanced musical literature.

HIAR.12.7

Fundamentals

of Technique


Demonstrate the ability to play from memory the full range chromatic scales, all major scales and all melodic minor scales. All scales should be played in various articulations and rhythmic grouping, ascending and descending. Tempo should be circa MM = 96 or above.

HIAR.5

Demonstrate a basic understanding of intonation characteristics of their instrument with emphasis on correcting melodic and harmonic tuning problems as they arise in the performance of music.

HIAR.13.2

Demonstrate the ability to play in minor keys and understand the major-minor scale relationship as well as the whole step half-step patterns for each type of scale.

HIAR.4

Demonstrate sight reading skills on grade IV-VI music with continued emphasis on reading and performing skills.

HIAR.19

Demonstrate the ability to play arpeggios in all major keys. HIAR.4

Demonstrate the ability to perform difficult rhythms involving changing meters, mixed meters, asymmetrical patterns, and all note and rest values from the whole note to the sixteenth note.

HIAR.2

Demonstrate the ability to recognize conducting patterns of all meters. HIAR.13.5

Demonstrate the ability to play advanced literature utilizing appropriate phrasing techniques.

HIAR.14

HIAR.15



HIAR.12.5

Demonstrate the ability to use alternate fingerings or slide positions and the ability to read a standard fingering and/or trill chart for the instrument.

HIAR.15

Demonstrate the ability to perform a variety of articulations at various speeds and in various combinations.

HIAR.15


Brass students should demonstrate the ability to perform, with moderate facility, a four-note lip slur beginning on Concert

Bb (third note above fundamental) ascending and descending.

Trombone students should demonstrate an understanding of both natural slurs and legato-tongued unnatural slurs

(Natural slur-slide moves out while pitch ascending or slide moves in and pitch descends. Unnatural slurs-slide moves out and pitch descends or slide moves in and pitch

ascends).

HIAR.15

HIAR.14

Demonstrate the ability to tune the instrument, within acceptable limits, and the ability to play with accurate melodic and harmonic intonation. The emphasis will be on tonality and harmonic function. Students should be aware of the basic inherent pitch problems with their particular instrument.

HIAR.13.2

Use embellishments; extreme tessitura; and a variety of timbre effects when performing on wind instruments.

HIAR.13


Demonstrate the ability to correctly perform by memory the 40 Percussive Arts Society (PAS) International Drum Rudiments of snare drumming in open-close-open style and apply these techniques in performing a variety of musical styles.

HIAR.12.7

Demonstrate appropriate four mallet technique when performing keyboard percussion. Demonstrate multiple percussion techniques when performing on auxiliary percussion instruments and use timpani technique for four drums, tuning all drums to a single reference pitch.

HIAR.12.7

Demonstrate the ability to perform with advanced roll technique on all percussion instruments.

HIAR.12.7

Demonstrate the ability to perform, while counting aloud, parts or exercises that include advanced rhythm patterns, rolls and rudiments on all standard percussion instruments.

HIAR.12.7


HIAR.12.7

Demonstrate the ability to hear a pitch, sing it and tune 4 timpani, within acceptable limits to a given reference pitch.

HIAR.11.2

Fundamentals

of Music

Theory


Demonstrate the ability to identify key signatures and apply them to the music being performed with emphasis being placed on swift and accurate identification.

HIAR.3

Demonstrate the ability to write and count exercises in simple, compound, and asymmetrical meters using a wide variety of rhythmic notation from the whole note to the 32nd note and equivalent rests with no two measures alike.

HIAR.2

Demonstrate the ability to construct the circle of fourths/fifths and show an understanding of its relationship to major key signatures.

HIAR.3

Demonstrate the ability to use correctly in performance and to pass a written examination containing the common symbolic notation and music terminology used in class materials and repertoire.

HIAR.8

Demonstrate the ability to distinguish between all diatonic intervals, written and aural, up to an octave.

HIAR.8

Demonstrate the ability to arrange a selection for two or more instruments using available technology.

Demonstrate the ability to improvise a melody to a 12-bar blues progression.

HIAR.9


HIAR.6


HIAR.1.2



HIAR.1

Repertoire


Demonstrate the ability to perform an assigned part in a band or an ensemble setting encompassing various styles, cultures, composers, and compositional techniques including the blending of instrumental timbres, matching dynamic levels, responding to basic conducting gestures and maintaining an constant tempo.

HIAR.14

HIAR.13.6

Demonstrate the ability to play a Grade IV-VI prepared solo or ensemble.

HIAR.14

Care and

Maintenance

of Equipment


Demonstrate the proper technique for cleaning, maintaining and storing of instruments, uniforms, music, and other equipment.

HIAR.11.1


HIAR.11.1



HIAR.11.1

Identify and repair minor problems of the instrument being studied. HIAR.11.3



HIAR.11.1

Aesthetic

Growth and

Development


Demonstrate a positive attitude toward music and self-development through: 1. Regular attendance with music and instrument

2. Regular practice. 3. Completion of assignments.

4. Attention and active participation in class.

5. Identification and persistent solution of musical problems 6. Use of self-discipline in an ensemble setting.


8. Contribution to a sense of ensemble within the performing group.

9. Recognition of authority and assumption of leadership roles when applicable.

HIAR.18

Develop an awareness of musical styles ranging from Baroque to Contemporary through:

1. Class performance. 2. Listening.

3. Analyzing.

4. Discussion.

HIAR.20.1


HIAR.21

Develop an interpretive technique involving tone quality, dynamics, phrasing, articulation, tempo, and rhythm that is consistent with historical perspective and cultural understanding as well as comparison to exemplary models.

HIAR.21

Explore career and vocational opportunities in music through: 1. Music professionals.

2. Field trips. 3. Career center research.

4. Classroom activities.

HIAR.20

Inter-

disciplinary

Understanding


Demonstrate the ability to place music being studied in a historical context, considering the influences of political and social events.

HIAR.20.1

Demonstrate the ability to understand how the music being studied was affected by cultural influences.

HIAR.20.2

Demonstrate the ability to recognize expressive elements in music as they relate to other arts (painting, drama, dance, etc.).

HIAD.20.7

Jazz Ensemble

The purpose of the Jazz Ensemble is to provide the student with the opportunity

for directed study in the various elements of jazz music and its performance. Jazz is a

unique American art form and a vital part of American heritage. Students have an

opportunity for creative musicianship and self-expression in jazz performance through

studies of ensemble playing, improvisation, and solo playing. Participation in Jazz

Ensemble also tends to improve concert and marching band where students apply

leadership, expertise and heightened awareness of contemporary music in today’s society.

This class is open to any student upon recommendation and/or audition by the

band director. The size of the ensemble will be limited to a logical and balanced

instrumentation.

Musicianship requirements will include advanced knowledge of scale

fundamentals, interpretation skills, good tone production and/or percussion skills, and

advanced instrumental techniques.

The student will be expected to expand his/her knowledge and skills of

instrumental techniques, tone production, musical interpretation and solo/ensemble

performance.



theory, and music history as it pertains to jazz studies and jazz interpretation.

Repertoire in the Jazz Ensemble will include the study and performance of jazz

literature including blues, rock, fusion, Latin and big band. Improvisational skills will be

developed through the study of advanced music theory, including major, minor, blues,

and pentatonic scales, the use of modes, complex harmonic structures, and compositional

skills.

The Jazz Ensemble is performance oriented and will be active in concert

appearances and other events including VBODA events.



non-performance settings. Proper care of and respect for music, instruments, equipment,

uniforms and facilities will be emphasized.

The following proficiency levels are prescribed as goals to be met by the

band student with an average of 225 minutes of instruction per week. Classes meet

regularly on an A/B Block schedule.

The following proficiency levels are prescribed as goals to be met by the band

student during a program of classroom instruction.

Category

Date

Achieved

Minimum Standard


Learning

Tone

Production

The Wind and Rhythm Section Instrumentalist will:

Demonstrate the ability to produce a controlled tone quality on a sustained tone throughout the full range of the instrument to allow fluent performance.

HIAR.12.2

Demonstrate the standard posture, instrument carriage, embouchure and breathing techniques for the production of tone needed for the performance of jazz literature.

HIAR.1.14


Demonstrate the ability to produce the desired tone quality on all percussion instruments necessary for the performance of jazz literature.

HIAR.12.7

Fundamentals

of Technique

The Wind and Rhythm Section Instrumentalist will:

Demonstrate the ability to play from memory all major and minor scales. All scales should be played in swing style eighth notes, ascending and descending. Tempo should be circa MM =100-120.

HIAR.4

Demonstrate the ability to play from memory all blues scales. All blues scales should be played in swing style eighth notes, ascending and descending.

Demonstrate the ability to play with accurate melodic and harmonic intonation. The emphasis will be on a sense of tonality and harmonic function.

HIAR.13.2

Demonstrate the ability to perform difficult rhythms involving the interpretation of swing and other jazz styles.

HIAR.2

HIAR.14

Demonstrate the ability to variety of articulations at various tempi and various combinations or articulation markings as consistent with jazz stylistic interpretation.

HIAR.14

Demonstrate the ability to play major, major 7th, dominant 7th and minor 7th arpeggios (chords-guitar and piano) in all keys.

HIAD.9

Demonstrate the ability to use alternate fingering or slide positions and demonstrate the ability to read a standard fingering chart for their instrument.

HIAR.18

Demonstrate knowledge of jazz ornamentation and embellishments and their application to jazz literature.

HIAR.14


Consistently demonstrate the accepted standard for posture and hand positions in performance in performance for all percussion instruments.

HIAR.12.7

Demonstrate the ability to perform all percussion parts required in class ensemble using appropriate jazz styles.

HIAR.12.7

Demonstrate the ability to read and interpret jazz drum set notation. HIAR.6 Demonstrate the ability to perform difficult rhythms involving the

interpretation of swing and other jazz styles. HIAR.14

Fundamentals

of Theory The Jazz Student will:

Demonstrate the ability to identify key signatures and apply them to the music being performed, with emphasis being placed on swift and accurate identification.

HIAR.3

Demonstrate the ability to improvise appropriately phrased solos from a lead sheet or blues progression by using motivic developmental techniques such as repetition, sequence, augmentation, and diminution.

HIAR.10

Demonstrate the ability to use in performance and to pass a written examination containing the symbolic notation and music terminology used in class materials and repertoire.

HIAR.8

Repertoire

The Jazz Student will:

Demonstrate the ability to play assigned parts of jazz literature encompassing various styles, composers and compositional techniques

through in-depth study and rehearsal of sight- reading.

HIAR.19 HIAR.20.1

Care and

Maintenance

of Equipment


Demonstrate the proper technique for cleaning, maintaining and storage of instruments, uniforms, music, and other equipment.

HIAR.11.1

Identify their own instruments with name tags prominently displayed on the outside and inside of their cases and properly mark percussion equipment.

HIAR.11.1

Identify and repair minor problems of the instrument being studied. HIAR.11.3

Aesthetic

Growth and

Development


Demonstrate a positive attitude toward music and self-development through: 1. Regular attendance with music and instrument.

2. Completion of assignments. 3. Attention and active participation in class.

4. Identification and solution of musical problems.

5. Use of self-discipline in an ensemble setting. 6. Participation in extra-school music activities.

7. Contribution to a sense of ensemble within the performing group.

8. Recognition of authority and assumption of leadership roles when applicable.

HIAR.18.4

HIAR.20.7

Develop an interpretative technique involving tone quality, dynamics, phrasing, articulation, tempo, and rhythm that is consistent with historical perspective and style.

HIAR.13

Express value judgments about the music being studied through expression of his/her opinions incorporating musical terms and ideas.

HIAR.21.3

Explore career and vocational opportunities in music through 1. Resource people. 2. Field Trips.

3. Career center research. 4. Classroom activities.

HIAR.20.5

Interdisciplary

Understanding The Jazz Student will:

Demonstrate the ability to put the music being studied in a historical context, considering the influences of political and social events.

HIAR.21

Demonstrate the ability to understand how the music being studied was affected by cultural influences.

HIAR.21

Demonstrate the ability to understand expressive elements in music as they relate to other arts (painting, drama, dance, etc.)

Develop an awareness of the origins, history and traditions of jazz. HIAR.20.1

Marching Band

The purpose of the Marching Band is to provide a musical experience and

opportunity for performance not found in a concert band setting. Marching Band is a unique

art form – a synthesis of music, movement and graphic design. It reinforces the

developmental attitude of self pride, team work, self-discipline, E’sprit de Corps and

excellence of musicality. It affords a way to provide service to enhancement of the life of the

school and community.

1. Membership

The Marching Band is an extracurricular activity, and as such student

membership will be comprised mainly of students in the instrumental program

with provision for students who wish to participate and who encounter

schedule conflicts which cannot be resolved. Members of auxiliary units may

also include students not in the instrumental program.

The number of students eligible for Marching Band is determined by the

instrumentation required to produce a balanced musical sound. It is suggested

that students wishing to be considered for membership, complete and submit

an application with the director. The selection process may include an

audition and/or consultation with the band director.

Marching members are required to attend the school summer band camp. In

addition, attendance at after-school rehearsals and performances is required.

Required performances for the Marching Band include home football games

as determined by school administration. Performances at marching band

competitions and other events are recommended, but not required.

2. Goals

The Student will:

A. Develop and perfect artistry in movement skills as related to

musical performance.

B. Demonstrate the standard posture for executing marching band

movements.

C. Demonstrate proper playing positions necessary to the performance

of a variety of marching music.

D. Demonstrate proper attitudes and self-discipline, group co-

operation and leadership necessary in marching band participation.

E. Demonstrate a high degree of musicality including tone production,

technique, and rhythmic proficiency while executing movement

skills.

F. Develop an understanding of the elements of rhythm as they are

related to movement.

Documents

Concert Band Level IV - lcps.org · Concert Band Level IV ... chromatic scale and at least nine major scales in concert C, F, ... The Concert Band, Level V is performance oriented