Hutchinson Central Technical High School
Course Syllabus
Course Name: BAND CONCERT/JAZZ BAND
Instructor: Mr. Boyar Contact Time: 8:12-8:53 or 1:12-1:53 Phone Ext: 816-3888
Grading Policy
Grading Policy-Concert/Jazz Band
-Students receive one grade each week based on their (in class)
musical performance.
-This grade is a composite of the student's ability to play music with correct fundamentals, such as tone, phrasing, rhythm and intonation.
-Concerts are similar to testing. A grade is given after each
concert performance. Students are also tested on their
ability to play band music before the concert. This
includes correct note and rhythmic playing,
musical phrasing and intonation.
-OVERALL grades are based on ability in these four core musical
areas:
1. IN TUNE PLAYING
2. RHYTHMIC CORRECTNESS
3. GOOD TONE PRODUCTION
4. MUSICAL PHRASING
AND ALSO GENERAL MUSIC FUNDAMENTALS
-PARTICIPATION AND EFFORT = 10%
-TESTING AND PERFORMANCE = 60%
-INDIVIDUAL & GROUP LESSONS = 30%
-Student should make FIVE or MORE attendances per week.
Homework Policy
Student are expected to practice at school and home on a daily basis.
Band Music, Solos, Lesson Method Books, Scales are all part of this daily regiment.
Test Policy
-PARTICIPATION AND EFFORT = 10%
-TESTING AND PERFORMANCE = 60%
-INDIVIDUAL & GROUP LESSONS = 30%
-Student should make FIVE or MORE attendances per week.
Quiz Policy
-PARTICIPATION AND EFFORT = 10%
-TESTING AND PERFORMANCE = 60%
-INDIVIDUAL & GROUP LESSONS = 30%
-Student should make FIVE or MORE attendances per week.
Projects
NEW YORK STATE SCHOOL SOLO COMPETITION
ERIE COUNTY SOLO COMPETITION
Course Outline
CONCERT & JAZZ BAND -ON A DAILY BASIS.
These musical groups gradually build musical skills, such as playing with good musical intonation and sound, note reading and musical style. Students continually learn to make good fundamental music choices as Hutch Tech Band Members. The HT Bands are both developmental for beginners and intermediate players and also present many musical challenges for the more advanced players. This includes playing and performing from the standard band repertoire. Student are encouraged to develop on their instruments through lessons, the band experience and performance opportunities. This creates an atmosphere for both musical and social development. Students learn how to interact in a group situation. Students are encouraged to take on musical challenges through solo playing, group playing and also improvisation in Jazz Ensemble.
The Jazz Band and Concert Band also follow New York State Standards in:
1. Performance
2. Improvisation
3. The Variety of Cultural Music Selected
4. Students creating their own music.
LESSONS-ONCE PER CYCLE
Musical lessons are given on all instruments with a major focus on traditional band instruments.
Lessons concentrate on note reading and technical aspects of each individual instrument. A step by step process as well as a collaborative learning style is used. Students are encouraged to learn an instrument at all levels, from beginner to master musician.
Tech Band Performs for School, Community, at Competitions,
at School Invitationals and District Wide Concerts.