Band
Clap This Rhythm (1)
1 & 2 3 & (4) &
When you enter the band room, what is(are) the first thing(s) you should look at
The board
Explain a tie in music
A marking that connects two of the same notes
What are three most important things to set in place when you play your instrument
Correct posture, set your embouchure (mouth), stick grip or hand placement, breathing
What is Miss Wagner's friend's name that is visiting TODAY?
Laura
Clap This Rhythm (2)
1 & (2) & 3 4 &
How do you know when the director is ready to start class?
They are standing at the front of the class, they count down, or they say, "let's get started".
Explain a slur in music
a marking that connects two different notes
Name the technique that defines the beginning of a note for a woodwind or brass player.
Tonguing
How many instruments does Miss Wagner play?
All of them
Clap This Rhythm (3)
1 &a 2 &a 3e&a 4
If you are missing music, something is broken, or you need to borrow something from the teacher, when is the best time for you to do these things?
Before class starts
Explain a descrescendo
Gradually get softer in volume
How can you help eachother keep a steady beat?
tap foot quietly to the beat. Watch the conductor
What size shoe does Miss Wagner wear?
9
Clap This Rhythm (4)
1 &a 2e&a 3e& 4
When is the best time to use the restroom when you have band class?
Before you arrive / before class starts
Explain a 1st and 2nd ending
1st time take the first ending, second time take the second ending
Name the technique that tells percussionists which stick to use
sticking
What did Miss Wagner have for lunch today?
Cava; Falafel Pita
Clap This Rhythm (5)
1e a2e a3e& 4&
What behavior will assist the entire band to have a great rehearsal?
Active listening, being focus and present, being kind to one another.
Explain D.C. al Coda
Go back to the beginning then play the coda
What is the most important way to practice something you're struggling with?
Isolate the difficult bar(s), slow it down, use a metronome, repetition
Pick one person from your group to do an activity....
In 60 seconds or less, name each student in class.