RHS Symphonic Band
| Mr. Leon Sieve
conducts the Symphonic Band which primarily consists
of students in grades 10 - 12. A variety of band
literature representing many contrasting styles and
historical periods will be studied and performed in
a major concert at least once each Trimester
(concert performances are required attendance).
Class emphasis will be on furthering the development
of instrumental and ensemble performing skills.
Students will participate in a variety of activities
to increase individual music skills and
understandings: individual lessons (private music
lessons are provided by the instructors), listening
to recordings and large ensemble performance
experiences. Students are also required to
participate in selected Pep Band events. |
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Rosemount HS Band Grading
Policy
Grading Element
.......................% of Trimester Grade
Lessons...........................................................50%
All Band members are expected
to participate in four lessons per Trimester. Each lesson is
assessed/graded based on the quality of the student's
performance in that lesson, which is a direct result of
adequate and quality preparation/practice at home. Regular
and correct practice (as taught in the band lessons) is the
"homework" for successful band lessons that earn good
grades! Band lessons are equivalent to "weekly quizzes" that
occur in all other academic classes. At RHS, we do not
require a "set amount" of practice time each day, and there
are no "practice cards" to complete. However, we highly
encourage daily practice! A student will improve their
musical abilities significantly more by practicing a little
each day instead of practicing for a longer period of time
once or twice a week. Much of practicing involves the
building up of muscle memory and if we leave that training
for even a few days the muscles will "forget" what they
learned. As a result, music practice cannot be "crammed"
like a person might do for a test. Success in music can only
be achieved through the repetitions that a daily practice
routine brings!! Regular consistent practice insures musical
growth, successful lessons and a good grade in Band!
QUALITY REGULAR
PRACTICE = QUALITY LESSONS = QUALITY GRADE IN BAND!!!
Daily
Participation..............................................25%
Attends class on time, with
instrument & music, actively participating, no deductions
for inappropriate behavior or tardiness.
Required
Performances.........................................15%
Participation in all required
Concerts, and includes attendance/participation at three (3)
Pep Band events during Trimester-2.
Special
Projects......................................................10%
Tests, quizzes and/or
Auditions. Scale auditions (required of all Band members)
will occur near the end of Trimester 1, and will serve as
the final exam and chair placement in each section.
% of Trimester Grade Total
.................................................. 100%
GRADING SCALE:
A 90% - of total possible
A- 86% - of total possible
B+ 82% - of total possible
B 80% - of total possible
B- 76% - of total possible
C+ 72% - of total possible
C 70% - of total possible
C- 66% - of total possible
D+ 62% - of total possible
D 60% - of total possible
D- 50% - of total possible
F Below 50% - of total possible
Band Lessons
Band Lessons are the foundation of the RHS Band
program. Lessons are an opportunity for each student
to receive individual help in developing individual
instrumental music skills, knowledge and
understanding. Band class is an opportunity for you
to apply those skills in an ensemble setting.
Practicing is your homework for Band. You are
responsible for being able to perform your assigned
lesson material and Band music to the best of your
abilities. You decide how much practicing is
necessary for you to accomplish this and earn the
grade you want.
1.) Band
Lesson Frequency - All Band students are
scheduled for one private 15-minute lesson
each week for four consecutive weeks during a 12
week trimester.
2.) Lesson Scheduling - Students are
scheduled out of their study halls and Band period
whenever possible. All other students are placed on
a rotating schedule, and will miss 15 minutes of a
class for their lesson. Students on the rotating
schedule will not miss a portion of any class more
than once during a trimester. Lessons are always the
same day every week, the time/period of the
lesson schedule rotates.
3.) Make-up
lessons - If a student misses a lesson (for
whatever reason) it is the student's
responsibility to make-up that lesson as soon as
possible (within one week of the absence)
by simply signing your name to a new lesson
appointment/time on your lesson instructors schedule
(posted in the Bandroom). Students may not receive
more than two lessons in one week. In the case of an
unexcused absence, lessons will be made up at the
discretion of the instructor.
4.)
Communication of student progress in Band:
A "Grade Sheet" record is located inside the lesson
book of each student stating the date the lesson
occurred, assignments and grades for each lesson
attended. This is the primary indicator of student
progress in Band.
Mid-term progress reports, brought home by each
student.
Report Card, mailed home after the conclusion of
each Trimester.
"Schoolview" online gradebook access for all parents
is available.
5.) Students are
responsible for purchasing lesson books. These may be
purchased through the RHS Band Office, make checks payable
to Rosemount High School.
6.) You must have a
minimum of four (4) lessons per Trimester. The Band
Directors will record your lessons in their gradebook. There
are twelve weeks in each Trimester. You may only schedule
one lesson per week. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO BE
SURE YOU COMPLETE FOUR (4) LESSONS EACH TRIMESTER!
Additional lessons beyond six during a Trimester would serve
as extra credit to "boost" the overall grade for that
Trimester.
7.) STUDENT LESSON
ATTENDANCE RESPONSIBILITY
A. Inform your teacher of a
scheduled lesson one day in advance. Ask about what you will
miss and make arrangements to stay current.
B. If your teacher wants you to remain in class, respect
that teacher's decision. Schedule a make-up lesson
within the week by simply signing your name to a new
lesson appointment on your lesson instructors schedule
(posted in the Bandroom).
C. Be on time for your lesson and return directly to class
after the lesson. No loitering in the halls or no other
stops along the way back to class! Please do not abuse this
privilege to attend lessons!
D. Be responsible. The privilege of being released from
class to attend a music lesson carries with it the
responsibility to communicate effectively with your
teachers.
E. On the day of your lesson, before school begins, stop in
the Bandroom to get your pass excusing you from class to
attend your lesson. Passes will be on the Bandroom table
prior to 7:10 AM.
