Band Rhythms
How many beats is Quarter Note?
1 beat
This is a woodwind instrument played by blowing over a hole. It has a high pitch.
Flute
What is Ms Ellis's Main instrument
Clarinet
How many concerts does MPMS have this year?
2 Concerts
soft
How many beats is a Half Note?
2 beats
This percussion is often used for loud sounds such as cannonball shots.
Bass Drum
Where is Ms Ellis originally from?
Buffalo
Each day during band, Ms Ellis is going to give us a daily grade. What is one part of the daily grade?
Musicianship
participation
Preparation
Attention
What does the dynamic mark f (forte) stand for?
Loud
How Many beats is a whole note?
4 beats
This is the only brass instrument in the band that can perform a glissando
Trombone
How many years has Ms Ellis taught band?
4 Years
How many scales do you have to play each quarter?
1
What does the dynamic marking mf (mezzo forte) stand for?
Medium loud
Write out this rhythm
1 2+ 3+ 4
Will show on the board
This instrument is a woodwind instrument played with a reed and is said to be comparable to the human voice.
Clarinet
What is Ms Ellis's Dogs name?
Snoopy
Describe what you should do when you come into class
Come in, grab instrument and binder, sit down in your seat and warm up until the timer goes off
What does the dynamic marking pp (pianissimo) stand for
very soft
Write out the counting for a 16th note
1 e + a
Du ta de ta
Ta Ka Di Mi (Ta ki Ta Ki)
What instrument family does the Alto Saxophone belong too?
Woodwind
What is Ms Ellis's favorite food?
Pizza
How many students are signed up for band currently?
(In all 3 grades, and you must be within 3)
67
64-70 will earn points
Explain a Crescendo
Gradually getting louder