Leadership UniversityAs one of the biggest benefits for being in a school band is developing leadership skills. This material is applicable for all bands, concert, marching and jazz, and grades 7-12. I will roll out a couple lessons per week. There is a worksheet that goes with each lesson but I am not grading it. This is for self growth so take advantage of the opportunity
TED Talks On MusicThis list is NOT exhaustive. Most made me smile, or at least think. Feel free to search YouTube on your own!
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Marching BandIn case you need another reason to be a part of the marching band:
Why Marching Band? That's Why!!!
Here is a taste of drum corps:
EarSketchThis site fascinated me and occupied my time for hours. Learning to code by making music. It takes time to load even with a good connection so be patient. There is a tutorial to get you started once it is loaded.
earsketch.gatech.edu/landing/#/ Cleaning/Sanitizing InstrumentsHere is a better link about cleaning your instrument than was here before:
https://www.unlv.edu/music/instrument-hygiene PMEA District 5 Honors Band Audition MaterialThis is a great opportunity to take a look and begin preparing the Honors Band Selections for next Fall. Next year's grade 9-12 can audition in November. Eighth grade students are likely to see the same selections when you are seniors. Look for recordings on You Tube. You may be able to find the music online but you should definitely be able to order from https://www.jwpepper.com/sheet-music/welcome.jsp or stop by Mays Music in Butler to pick it up when they are open., Make sure you get correct edition and publisher. There are often variations available.
Drum Major @ SRHS 2010 & 2011, PITT Drum Major 2015 |