Name__________________________

NCCS

7^th & 8^th GRADE

INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC

2009-2010

Mr. Robertson

GRADING POLICY AND CLASS REQUIREMENTS

Contact information

 

 Aaron Robertson

School Phone: 298-8638

E-Mail Address: arobertson@nccscougar.org

Band Website: www.nccscougar.org/arobertson

Grading Policy

The overall grade is determined by averaging both the band grade (50%) and lesson grade (50%).

Band Grade (Participation):50%

•     Daily participation  and performance attendance 40%

•     Assignments/Playing Test/Quizzes 10 %  

                Performance Policy

Students are required to pass-off their music before the concert otherwise they will not be permitted to perform in the concert.

 All performances are mandatory. Each individual is important to the success of the entire group. If an absence is necessary, a written excuse must be presented to me signed by a parent well in advance. Personal illness, death in the family, weddings, and religious holidays are the only excused absences allowable for performances and rehearsals. If a concert is missed a make-up assignment will be given in place of concert.

Lesson Grade: 50 %

Pass-Offs = 25%  (5 pts per lesson )

•     Pass-Off   4 lines per lesson = 2.0pt

•     Pass-Off   5  lines per lesson = 2.5pt   

         •     Pass-Off. 6 lines per lesson = 3.0pt

         •     Pass-Off  7 lines per lesson = 3.5pt

         •     Pass-Off  8  lines per lesson = 4.0pt

         •     Pass-Off 10 lines per lesson = 4.5pt

         •     Pass-Off 15 lines per lesson = 5pt

                Extra Points:   You earn ½ pt if…      -you come to the band room in your spare time to practice.                                                                                                                   
                                                                               -you participate in All-County, NYSSMA, Area All-State.                                                                               
                                                                                -you take part in an extra ensemble.                                                                                                                                
                                                                                -you attend a concert, musical, or recital.                                                                                                                                  
                                                                                -you pass off additional pages.                                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                -you complete extra credit assignments.

 Students will be required to accurately play their assignments.  Lesson assignments will include band music, scales patterns, technical exercises and studies from the method books.

Participation Lesson Grade: 25% (5 points per lesson)

        Students will receive a participation grade every lesson.  The grade is based on lesson practice, being prepared, and attitude.

               Points as followed:  1pt 80 minutes of practice                                                                                                                                                                                                                      
                                                1pt  pencil  
                                                1pt music  
                                                1pt instrument                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                1pt attitude, participation, effort
                                                _+____________                                                                                                                                                                        
                                           Total      5=100     4 = 80   3= 60  2= 40   1= 20 

Total: 100 Points

Lessons:  Students will be taken out of their classes for lessons. Lessons will be rotated through the day so that they do not miss the same class each week. A lesson schedule will be posted outside the band room door, on the bulletin board across from the office, and in the band room.  Students are required to make-up missed lessons before their next lesson. Students will not be allowed to make-up lessons after one week. Three points will be deducted from the overall grade for every lesson that is not made up.

Participation Grades

The following are requirements for your participation grade.  Please read these carefully!

Daily Participation, Rehearsal and Performances Attendance:  Individuals will receive a grade every band class based on the following.

                     1.   Have instrument in working condition.  

2.   Have all materials necessary to play and care for the instrument (i.e. reeds, mallets/sticks, valve oil, etc.)

3.   Have all music and method books in class for lessons.

4.   Have a pencil on the music stand.

5.    Give your best in rehearsals.

6.    Follow all rules.

7.    Be on time.

Band Classroom Management Policies and Procedures

A. Personal Conduct

We all have rights. It is every student's right to learn and the director's right to teach. The following policies will ensure that everyone's rights are preserved and protected.

1.   Cooperate fully by following the director's instructions immediately, completely, and with a good attitude!

2.   Never talk when conductor is on the podium.

3.   Raise your hand, not your voice, when you wish to speak. Wait patiently for the teacher to call on you.

4.   Respect the rights and property of others.

5.   Come into class quickly and quietly. Be seated immediately with materials ready for class.

6.   No Gum 

7.   Bring your Agenda Book  to both lessons and band.

                Consequences

                         1. First time offence will result in a warning.                                                                                                                                         2. Repeated offences will result in ASD.                      

B. Music policies

Music will be passed out to students and collected back after every performance. It is very expensive to purchase. Therefore, you are responsible for taking PERFECT care of your music. It must come back in the same condition that it was given to you.

1.    Always write your name on the upper right hand corner of your music, method books, and folders with pencil.

2.    When the director gives musical direction, write them – in pencil only- on your music.

3.   Do not put your folder in your instrument case. It can damage the music, instrument (keys, valves, rods, ect...) and be very expensive to fix. Keep your music in your assigned folder slot.

4.    Only YOU are responsible for your instrument and music!

5.    If you loose or damage the music you will have to pay for the replacement.

C. Instruments

1.   Instruments need to be kept in your school locker.

2.   Music needs to be put in your assigned slot or locker.

D. Concert Dress

                         1. Appropriate concert dress is expected. Failure to follow concert dress code will results in student not being able to participate in the concert.

                Boys: white shirt, black or dark pants. 

                Girls: white blouse, black pants, or dark dresses or skirts knee length or longer. 

MUSIC CALENDAR  OF EVENTS

Please return this page to Mr. Robertson by___________________________________________

For the student band member:

As a member of the Northeastern Clinton Central School Instrumental program, I understand the awesome responsibility of membership in this organization. I have read the entire content of this band handbook and I understand the membership requirements, policies, regulations and guidelines.

 Student Name (Print) _______________________________

Student Signature __________________________________ Date___________

Parent or Guardian:

As a legal parent/guardian of the above named child, I can attest that I have reviewed the material in this handbook and understand the membership requirements, policies, regulations and guidelines. I grant permission for my child to participate in the Northeastern Clinton Central School Instrumental program as outlined in this handbook.

Parent/Guardian Signature_____________________ _______________Date _____________

Phone Number______________________________

E-Mail_____________________________________

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