DODGEN MIDDLE SCHOOL
Syllabus 1st Semester
Course Title: 8th Grade Orchestra Email: and
Teachers: Ashley Culley and Shalunda Fincher Weblog: http://dodgenms.typepad.com/ms_culley
Topics of Study: Bow Technique/Position Georgia Performance Standards may be
Dynamic Levels/Vibrato/Shifting accessed through PICASSO.
Rhythmic and Sight-Reading Skills
Music Theory and Ear Training http://picasso.cobbk12.org.
Resources:
Essential Techniques(Allen/Gillespie/Hayes)(green book)---$6.95
One 5-Subject Notebook OR 1” binder with paper
Grading Policy:
50% Participation
1. Be prepared for class
2. Uses time wisely
3. Participates in class, rehearsals and performances
30% Performance Tests
20% Written work(theory, quizzes, worksheets, music journal entries)
***Refer to the Dodgen Orchestra Handbook for a detailed explanation of grading policies.
Supplies: Instrument, bow, shoulder rests or sponges(for violins and violas), rosin, pencil and method book
Expectations: Students will be reviewing basic skills necessary for string performance. They will begin to look more in depth into the detailed workings of a string orchestra and continue the study of intermediate string techniques and begin to work on more advanced string techniques.
***Refer to the Dodgen Orchestra Handbook for a detailed explanation of classroom expectations
***Access the Dodgen Orchestra Calendar on-line for a complete list of concert dates/activities for the year.
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Please detach and return this portion signed by FRIDAY, AUGUST 19.
Your signature indicates that you have read and understand the classroom expectations and all information included in the syllabus. Syllabus is subject to change. Your signature also indicates that you are aware that you should access the Dodgen Orchestra Handbook and Calendar located on the Orchestra Blog. Parents and students will be notified, in advance, of any changes.
Student Name: ______Class period: ____ Parent email ______
(Please print.)
Student signature: ______Parent Signature ______
Parent Work Number(s) ______Parent Cell Number(s) ______
Check here______if you need a HARD COPY of the Dodgen Orchestra Handbook and Calendar.
DODGEN MIDDLE SCHOOL
Syllabus 1st Semester
Course Title: 7th Grade Orchestra Email: and
Teacher: Ashley Culley and Shalunda Fincher Weblog: http://dodgenms.typepad.com/ms_culley
Topics of Study: Georgia Performance Standards may be
Bow Technique and Position accessed through PICASSO.
Dynamic Levels and Vibrato http://picasso.cobbk12.org
Rhythmic and Sightreading Skills
Music History
Music Theory
Resources:
Orchestra Expressions, Book 2(Brungard, Alexander, Anderson, Dackow)---$8.95
Alfred’s Music Theory, Book 2(Surmani, Farnum, Manus)---$6.50
One 5-Subject notebook OR a 1”binder with paper
Grading Policy:
50% Participation
1. Prepared for class
2. Uses time wisely
3. Participates in class, rehearsals and performances
20% Performance Tests
30% Written Work(theory, quizzes, worksheets and music journal entries)
***Refer to the Dodgen Orchestra Handbook for a detailed explanation of grading policies.
Supplies: Instrument, bow, shoulder rests or sponges(for violins and violas), rosin, pencil and method book
Expectations: The students will be reviewing basic skills necessary for string performance. They will begin to look more in depth into the detailed workings of a string orchestra and continue the study of intermediate string playing.
***Refer to the Dodgen Orchestra Handbook for a detailed explanation of class expectations.
***Refer to the Dodgen Orchestra Calendar for a complete list of all concert dates.
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Please detach and return this portion signed by FRIDAY, AUGUST 19.
Your signature indicates that you have read and understand the classroom expectations and all information included in the syllabus. Syllabus is subject to change. Your signature also indicates that you are aware that you should access the Dodgen Orchestra Handbook and Orchestra Calendar on the Orchestra Blog. Parents and students will be notified, in advance, of any changes.
Student Name: ______Class period: ____ Parent email ______
(Please print.)
Student signature: ______Parent Signature ______
Parent Work Number(s) ______Parent Cell Number(s) ______
Please check______if you need a HARD COPY of the Dodgen Orchestra Handbook and Orchestra Calendar.
DODGEN MIDDLE SCHOOL
Syllabus 1st Semester
Course Title: 6th Grade Orchestra Email: and
Teacher: Ashley Culley and Shalunda Fincher Weblog: http://dodgenms.typepad.com/ms_culley
Topics of Study: Georgia Performance Standards may be
Correct Playing Position and Beginning playing skills accessed through PICASSO.
Bowing Technique
Foundations of Reading Music http://picasso.cobbk12.org.
Scales, Dynamics and Tempos in Literature
Appreciation of Music
Resources:
Orchestra Expressions Book 1(Brungard, Alexander, Anderson, Dackow)---$8.95
Alred’s Music Theory, Book 1(Surmani, Farnum, Manus)---$6.50
One 5-Subject Notebook OR a 1” Binder with paper
Grading Policy:
50% Participation
1. Prepared for Class
2. Uses time wisely
3. Participates in class, rehearsals and performances
20% Performance Tests
30% Written Work(theory, quizzes, worksheets and music journal entries)
***Refer to the Dodgen Orchestra Handbook for a detailed explanation of grading policies
Supplies: Instrument, bow, shoulder rest or sponges(for violins and violas), rosin, pencil and method book
Expectations: The goal of the program is to familiarize the students with string instruments in general and on their own specific instruments. Also, they will gain a basic level of attainment on their individual instrument. This will be done in class through demonstration, individual attention, hands on experience and peer interaction.
***Refer to the Dodgen Orchestra Handbook for a detailed explanation of grading policies
***Refer to the Dodgen Orchestra Calendar for a complete list of concert dates for the year.
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Please detach and return this portion signed by Tuesday, August 23.
Your signature indicates that you have read and understand the classroom expectations and all information included in the syllabus. Syllabus is subject to change. Your signature also indicates that you are aware that you should access the Dodgen Orchestra Handbook and Orchestra Calendar on the Orchestra Blog. Parents and students will be notified, in advance, of any changes.
Student Name: ______Class period: ____ Parent email ______
(Please print.)
Student signature: ______Parent Signature ______
Parent Work Number(s) ______Parent Cell Number(s) ______
Please check______if you need a HARD COPY of the Dodgen Orchestra Handbook and Orchestra Calendar.