Happy New Year! We have many exciting events happening this semester! Please make sure that you are checking the board and website each week for information. Chorus Solo and Ensemble are coming on January 31 and February 1st. The Schedule will be ready next week and you will need to have music memorized and ready the week of the event.  Next After School Rehearsal is on Wednesday, January 8, 2020 and you will need a ride by 3:45p.m.
Weekly Warm Up Focus is: 
Wade in the Water

• Wade in the Water – Part 1 (Wade in the Water) (WAV)
• Wade in the Water – Part 2 (Motherless Child) (WAV)
• Wade in the Water – Part 3 (Easy When I Die) (WAV)
• Wade in the Water – All Parts in Harmony (WAV)

downloads.bbc.co.uk/tv/thechoir/gonnasing-sheetmusic.pdf

 Target:  The student will develop a group performance with a holiday theme to perform.Balance, blend, listening across the ensemble 

Perform new notes and rhythms on my instrument. Daily performance of new music, and sight reading exercises,Caroling music Congratulations on a fantastic Winter Concert Performance!

Weekly Reminders
Wednesday, Solo and Ensemble help session after school until 3:45p.m.
Thursday Group Performances
Friday Concert Viewing
Sing Alleluia, Allelu - https://youtu.be/sP76CM7zNhQ
The Bird's Courting Song - https://youtu.be/qFxHY-rxRmA
Feliz Navidad & We Wish You A Merry Christmas - https://youtu.be/Dxno5ne58Mg
Hot Chocolate - https://youtu.be/0hEUTdhukbY
Hey Ho, Nobody Home - https://youtu.be/O_dXRaQ-n28
Christmas In About 3 Minutes - https://youtu.be/PWuHh7fMLSs
Cold Snap - https://youtu.be/1ei2yCJBK8c
Christmastime Is Here - https://youtu.be/frQVVmpJBdE
Paper Cranes - https://youtu.be/_UxMMZE3zGI
A Swingin' Christmas - https://youtu.be/S3ynkSrs82I

MU.68.C.2.Pa.b Use a teacher-selected criterion to recognize improvement in one's own or others' performances after practice or rehearsal.
MU.68.F.1.In.b Create, interpret, and respond to music that integrates traditional and contemporary technologies.
MU.68.F.1.In. Create new interpretations of melodic or rhythmic pieces by using visual, kinesthetic, digital, and/or acoustic means to manipulate musical elements.

Target:   The student will exhibit expressive qualities  and how they affect the performance of a song. The student will demonstrate appropriate concert etiquette.

Class Procedure
Warm Up
Sight Read
Music- work on music for winter concert
Understand and demonstrate etiquette
Watch short video clip and reflect on musical performance
Prepare for Winter Concert that is on 12/10. Song moves and note perfection
Weekly Reminders
Monday- Accompanist comes to rehearse
Work on Introductions and on and off Stage Entrances
Tuesday- December 10th CONCERT DAY at Florida Southern Call time is 6pm and Concert is at 6:30p.m. this is a REQUIRED EVENT Dress Code is formal concert black, black dress shoes.
Wednesday- After School Rehearsal for Solo and Ensemble need ride at 3:45p.m.
Evaluate Concert Reflection ( Summative in Class due on Thursday)
Thursday- Begin Caroling Project Group Songs and Selection

Target:  The student will understand expressive qualities  and how they affect the performance of a song.
The student will understand appropriate formal  concert etiquette.


Class Procedure:
Warm Up
Music- work on music for winter concert
Understand and demonstrate etiquette
Watch short video clip and reflect on musical performance
Prepare for Winter Concert that is on 12/10 Song moves and note perfection
Weekly Reminders
Monday- Accompanist comes to rehearse
​Tuesday audition for Solo in Swingin Christmas( 3rd Period)
Work on Introductions and on and off Stage Entrances
Wednesday- After School Rehearsal for Solo and Ensemble
Tuesday- December 10th CONCERT DAY at Florida Southern Call time is 6pm and Concert is at 6:30p.m. this is a REQUIRED EVENT

Target: The student will demonstrate how expressive qualities affect the performance of a song.
Warm Up Working on Blending and Balance youtu.be/OA63sRxGk6o
Sight Read
Bell Work Rhythm and Sight Reading 5th and 7th
Song Evaluation Worksheet- Begin on Monday is due on Thursday
Music- work on music for winter concert
Understand and demonstrate etiquette
Solo and Ensemble rehearsals will be on Wednesdays from 2:45-3:45p.m. You must have a ride by 3:45p.m. to attend
Listening:
Santa Claus is Comin to Town youtu.be/1Y_-NysWGAo
Cimorelli: Carol of the Bells
Hey Ho, Nobody Home https://youtu.be/Vn4Zzv94S1A ( 3 part with jazz accompaniment)
Hey Ho, Nobody Home- basic song with lyrics https://youtu.be/2yuMIDyxuOM

Weekly Reminders

• 11/12 Veteran's Day Luncheon 11-12:30p.m. 3rd Period Students report to Courtyard at 11:35 for performance. ( You will be done at 12:00p.m.) Performing: Ukuthula and America the Beautiful( band accompanies)
  
• 11/13 Picture Retake Day ( Also bring your music shirt for pictures in the am)
  
• 11/14 Music Formal Concert Pictures during class- bring formal concert attire for picture( no dress shoes needed for photo)
  
• 11/14 Portfolio Night- Students performing report to Music Building at 5:45p.m. we will perform in shifts from 6-7p.m. America the Beautiful, Ukuthula, When I Close My Eyes dress code for the event is your music shirt and jeans( no rips or tears and only allowed for the evening event.)
  

TARGET: The student will learn how to apply sight reading strategies to become a better sight reader.
What characteristics make music suitable for specific occasions?

• Discuss Folk, Patriotic, Spiritual, Celebration and the different characteristics 
• Label Lesson 3 Worksheet Rhythms and Solfedge due Friday
• Work On Music for Winter Concert and, Portfolio Night and  Veteran's Day Luncheon

Standards
MU.68.O.3.2
Perform the expressive elements of a musical work indicated by the musical score and/or conductor, and transfer new knowledge and experiences to other musical works.
MU.68.O.2.2
Demonstrate knowledge of major and minor tonalities through performance and composition.
MU.68.H.1.1
Describe the functions of music from various cultures and time periods.
MU.68.H.1.2
Identify the works of representative composers within a specific style or time period.

Weekly Reminders

• 11/6 Early Release Day
• 11/6 Solo and Ensemble Registration is Due
• 11/7-9  School Showcase RP Funding Center
• 11/12 Veteran's Day Luncheon ( Advanced Chorus sings during lunch America, Ukuthula, Paper Cranes
  
• 11/13 Group Music Pictures ( during morning wear music shirt and uniform bottoms)
  
• 11/14 Music Pictures during Class bring Concert black attire to school
  
• 11/14 Portfolio Night ( Sing and Showcase Talent) 6:00p.m.-7:30p.m.

Target: The Student will identify characteristics that make music suitable for specific occasions and then refine music for events.
Finish Those Lyrics Challenge
Solfedge Song Warm-Up

MU.68.O.3.2 Perform the expressive elements of a musical work indicated by the musical score and/or conductor, and transfer new knowledge and experiences to other musical works.
MU.68.O.2.2 Demonstrate knowledge of major and minor tonalities through performance and composition.

TARGET: Prepare repertoire with attention to technical and stylistic elements within the music.
Rehearsal Procedure
Warm Up/ Sight Read
Music Study:
Beginning Chorus Begin Hot Chocolate, Quiz on Birds a Courting, Sing Alleluia
Advanced Chorus: Work on Swinging Christmas 2nd song, Once Upon A December, Test on Christmas time is Here
Mixed Chorus: We All Need Peace, Cold Snap ( Quiz on Snap Section), Pick own festive holiday song for concert

Weekly Reminders

10/31           Field trip to Harrison Report to bus loop at 9:05am and make sure all things are in your 
                   locker.  We will be back and eat during 8th grade lunch.
11/1          Quiz on music focus this week
11/5          Picking out solo and ensemble music this week. Interested students may see Mrs. Baker before school or set up an appointment to pick out music after school. All Registration forms are due by November 5th! S&E is open to all students and the event takes place on January 31 and February 1 at Kathleen High School.

Rhythm Challenge : Pumpkin Bones
Lyrics: Have you ever heard of pumpkin bones, pumpkin bones, Who took all the pumpkins home?
Singing Pumpkins and music Genres
Which genre of singing pumpkin do you prefer? Describe the musical style that you hear in the recording.

Weekly Reminders
Monday: Begin Working on Winter Concert Music
All County Chorus Rehearsal at FSC Branscomb: Check in at 5:30p.m. Rehearsal from 6-8pm
Tuesday: Worksheet & Review
All County Chorus All Day Rehearsal ( students who made choir) Report to FSC at 8:45a.m. and rehearsal is from 9am-4pm  Dress Code for All Day Rehearsal is music shirt or uniform shirt with Long Jeans or uniform bottoms.  Bring $5 for Pizza Lunch or BYOL Parents Pick up at 4pm at FSC  Concert 7:00p.m. Formal Black Concert Attire Call Time is 6:15pm Concert is free to the public
Wednesday:  Early Release Day
RRWeek- Wear a Red Shirt w/uniform bottoms
Thursday: Walk the Wire Music Event- Students participating may wear their music shirt and uniform bottoms to school that day.  Bring $2-3 dollars if you would like to purchase Kona Ice.  You will need a ride by 5:30p.m. and Pick up is in the Bus Loop
Walk the Wire, Thursday, October 24th

• Those attending may wear their music shirt and uniform bottoms for the day. 
• Bring $2 if you want to purchase a cold icee dessert at event
• Report to Bistro with all of your things and find your assigned group- bags go under the table
• Fall Into Music accessories are allowed after school for the walk :)
• Tank the Teach begins at 4:40p.m. for the VIP members 
• 5:30p.m. Pick up students in the Bus Loop- tell your parents please. :)
  

HOT Questions:
Complete preparation for WTW by writing reflection of its importance and assigning groups for event.
Rehearsal Process
Tune
Scale Study, All County Music,Solo and Ensemble
 Holiday Music