Band Notes for 11/4/2016

Happy Friday!

The sun is shining and it’s Friday—I hope you all have some fabulous plans for the weekend.  Below you’ll find this week's edition of Band Notes….

All Bands

*Several students have asked about the musical that I’m playing trumpet in, and I wanted to pass along that information.  Lakeridge High School in Lake Oswego is presenting “Once Upon A Mattress,” which is a musical adaptation of The Princess and the Pea.  It’s a really fun show, and I’ve had a blast playing in the pit orchestra with these very talented students (and a couple pro musicians, as well).  You can see the run dates purchase tickets here.  Since it’s a bit of a drive for Camas families, I’m offering a special Band Project credit for this:  students who come to the show will receive full Band Project credit without having to write a report.  Just make sure to say hello at the show so that I know you were there!

*Pencils, pencils, pencils!  Make sure to bring a pencil to class every day and have it out on your stand ready to go. 

*All practice logs that have been turned in to me have be put into Skyward.  If you have any questions, please let me know. 

6th Grade Band

*We’ve moved the metronome up to 94 beats per minute, so as you practice at home, see if you can play from your band book at that speed.  Remember:  if you can’t play something as quickly as you’d like, slow down first, then gradually work your way up.  

*Overall, you all are sounding great!  It’s evident that there’s a lot of practice happening at home, and the proof is in how you all sound.  Keep up the great work! 

*If you ever need help, please make sure to come see me before or after school.  I’m happy to help out with notes, rhythms, or anything else that you may need help with.  

7th and 8th Grade Bands

*We’ll start making our sightreading more challenging next week.  You all have been doing a very good job, and now we’ll take it to the next level.  

*Special thanks to our librarians who are helping me sort through a mountain of music!  I’m starting to get a much better handle on what we have and what we need.  

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That’s all for this week.  I hope you have a great weekend!