Beginning Chorus
2015
Grading Scale:
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Singing Quizzes
20%
Technique Quizzes 20%
Notebook
20%
Participation
20%
Concerts
20%
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We had two full time Music teachers who had
both retired.
Only one full time music teacher replaced
them and we’re very lucky to still have her
due to all the budget cuts in recent years.
Chorus was going to be cut and they asked if
I would continue the program in 2010, which
I will be continuing this semester.
Scheduling students has had some setbacks
but we are ready to begin now.
1. Singing Quizzes:
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One quiz every five weeks.
2. Technique Quizzes:
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Based on state music standards.
I give them worksheets to study.
One quiz every five weeks.
3. Notebook and Binder Grade:
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Notebook should contain all music notes from music
appreciation curriculum.
Binder should contain copies of all music for
performance and should be tabbed for ease of access.
4. Participation in class:
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Students follow teachers directions.
Students use class time productively.
5. Participation in concerts:
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Worth 20% of the grade.
Students who do not participate will not have a higher
grade than a “B”.
Prior notification is required unless there is a doctors
note for severe illness.
Supplies
◦ Black Binder
◦ Zipper Pouch
◦ Blank CD’s (for practice)
◦ Highlighter
◦ Pencil
◦ Tabs and Subject Dividers
◦ I have provided notebook for note taking
in class.
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Winter Concert
◦ A selection of winter season songs
 Spring
◦ A possible small Musical Theatre
production
◦ Will not be performed in MPR
◦ Students in my current class will have
priority
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There is currently no Advanced Chorus class
being offered in 7th or 8th grade.
Once funds become available it will be up to
the full time music teacher if she wants to
have an auxiliary class.
I will give my students priority placement for
next year if the opportunity becomes
available.
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SAVE THE DATE: December 9 is the evening
performance date. Please set aside for the
Winter Concert
Performance recommended attire:
◦ Boys: white dress shirt and black slacks
◦ Girls may wear the same as boys or a black dress.
◦ Dress code must be followed. (Not too short, no
spaghetti straps)
◦ Comfortable shoes are recommended since they
will be standing for performance.