Here are some highlights of what we have been up to:
- All grades have turned in their Theory Time books for a progress check/quiz grade. It's taking some time, but I hope to have them all returned with markings by the time we return from Fall break (if not before). If your student receives a "1" in their book you will also receive an email; this means they have not done their work or most of their work was done incorrectly. Instead of just sitting and not doing their Theory Time work, I have encouraged the students to always ask if they have a question or don't understand a concept. My goal for them is that they learn and grow in their knowledge of music!
- September Composer of the Month: Handel! At the beginning of the month we listened to portions of 3 of Handel's works: "Alla Hornpipe" in D major from Water Music, "Music for the Royal Fireworks" from Water Music, and a familiar choral work of his called "Hallelujah Chorus" from Messiah.
- All grades have now have 3 concert selections in their repertoire! We have one final song to learn -- all 3 grades will come back on stage at the end of the concert to sing together.
- Our concert is on Tuesday, November 12. It is mandatory and a major part of their performance grade. Students must wear black on bottom, white on top, black shoes, black pants (black skirt option for girls), white shirt and a tie for boys (bowtie is fine). I must know AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if a student cannot attend the mandatory concert for an unavoidable reason.
As always, let me know if you have any questions or concerns!
