�Band 6th Grade

Brandon Sciarra

2020

2021

School Chromebook

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Musical Instrument

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{Communication}

1. bsciarra@cpsd.us
2. 617-349-7780
3. Class Times Mondays and Fridays 10:41-11:21
4. Office Hours Wednesdays 10:41-11:21

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{Course Overview}

Course Overview, which can include:

· Development of instrumental performance technique

· Embouchure and tone development

· Reading pitch and rhythmic notation

· Major scales, including the chromatic scale

· Development of an extensive vocabulary of musical terms and symbols

· Ear training and listening skills

· Instrument practice habits

· Instrument care and maintenance

Units of Study

1. Music Performance Fundamentals
2. Virtual Band

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Class Texts

Instrumental Music parts will be provided and placed in our google classroom

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PUTNAM AVENUE UPPER SCHOOL

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Welcome

This school year will be very different from previous years but we will get through this together. We will establish a learning community that will help you succeed in Band!

PAUS Band members are highly encouraged to have their school media releases signed in order for me to have permission to use your musical video recordings for the purpose of creating a virtual band concert.

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Media Releases

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Expectations

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The expectations during our live class/synchronous learning time are:�

• Find a quiet spot. Pay attention to your background.
• Be prepared with materials for learning.
• Arrive on time.
• Follow class behavior expectations.
• Earbuds/headset on if possible.
• Mute microphone. Unmute when it’s your turn to speak.
• Type questions in the chat. Think before you type.
• Be attentive and listen to teacher and classmates.
• No photo or video recordings are allowed.

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Instrument Practice

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Band students at Putnam Avenue Upper School are expected to practice thirty minutes per day. The key is to set aside a certain time every day for practice. Treating practice as part of your nightly homework will help make it become routine. The secret to success on your instrument is the time spent practicing.

Google Meet Nickname

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bandwithsciarra6

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PUTNAM AVENUE UPPER SCHOOL