Good Morning Everyone,
There will be NO 6th grade band this morning (Tuesday, 2/5) as I am out sick. All students who have lessons on "A" Day should report to their regular specials. Please remember to continue to fill out the practice logs. I will make sure to check both weeks during the next "A" Day. If any student needs extra help, please have them sign-up for extra help before school or come to the Band Room during their lunch period.
Thanks!
Mr. Daniels
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
Sunday, January 27, 2013
"This Week In Instrumental Music" - 1/28 - 2/1
Good Evening Everyone,
Today marks the beginning of the second semester of the 2012-2013 school year! We are officially at the halfway point and I wanted to begin by thanking all of the students and parents for a wonderful first semester at Dedham Middle School. I am looking forward to many more!
Below is the rehearsal schedule for the week:
Monday, 1/28 - 7th/8th Grade Band - 7:45-8:20
Monday, 1/28 - Jazz Band - 2:45-4:00PM
Tuesday, 1/29 - Saxophone Ensemble - 7:00-7:40
Tuesday, 1/29 - 6th Grade Band - 7:45-8:20
Wednesday, 1/23 - 7th/8th Grade Band - 7:45-8:20
Thursday, 1/24 - 6th Grade Band - 7:45-8:20
Thursday, 1/24 - Orchestra - 2:45-3:30PM
Friday, 1/25 - Jazz Band - 7:45-8:20
Friday, 1/25 - Saxophone Ensemble - 2:40-3:40
Weekly Announcements:
Extra Help Time: Each morning (expect Tuesday) from 7:00-7:40, students will be able to sign-up for extra help. A sign-up sheet will be posted outside of the Band Room. If no one is scheduled for extra help, students may come to the Band Room early, but must be engaged in practicing.
New Lesson Schedule Begins Tomorrow! Please make sure to check the lesson schedule outside the Band Room.
Today marks the beginning of the second semester of the 2012-2013 school year! We are officially at the halfway point and I wanted to begin by thanking all of the students and parents for a wonderful first semester at Dedham Middle School. I am looking forward to many more!
Below is the rehearsal schedule for the week:
Monday, 1/28 - 7th/8th Grade Band - 7:45-8:20
Monday, 1/28 - Jazz Band - 2:45-4:00PM
Tuesday, 1/29 - Saxophone Ensemble - 7:00-7:40
Tuesday, 1/29 - 6th Grade Band - 7:45-8:20
Wednesday, 1/23 - 7th/8th Grade Band - 7:45-8:20
Thursday, 1/24 - 6th Grade Band - 7:45-8:20
Thursday, 1/24 - Orchestra - 2:45-3:30PM
Friday, 1/25 - Jazz Band - 7:45-8:20
Friday, 1/25 - Saxophone Ensemble - 2:40-3:40
Weekly Announcements:
Extra Help Time: Each morning (expect Tuesday) from 7:00-7:40, students will be able to sign-up for extra help. A sign-up sheet will be posted outside of the Band Room. If no one is scheduled for extra help, students may come to the Band Room early, but must be engaged in practicing.
New Lesson Schedule Begins Tomorrow! Please make sure to check the lesson schedule outside the Band Room.
Monday, January 21, 2013
"This Week in Instrumental Music" 1/21-1/25
Greetings Everyone,
I hope everyone is enjoying their day off and looking forward to some snow tonight! As we approach the end of term 2, there are a couple of important announcements that both students and parents should be aware about:
Rehearsal Schedule for the Week:
Tuesday, 1/22 - Saxophone Ensemble - 7:00-7:40
Tuesday, 1/22 - 6th Grade Band - 7:45-8:20
Tuesday, 1/22 - Jazz Band - 2:45-4:00PM
Wednesday, 1/23 - 7th/8th Grade Band - 7:45-8:20
Thursday, 1/24 - 6th Grade Band - 7:45-8:20
Thursday, 1/24 - Orchestra - 2:45-3:30PM
Friday, 1/25 - Jazz Band - 7:45-8:20
Friday, 1/25 - Saxophone Ensemble - 2:40-3:40
Important Announcements:
I hope everyone is enjoying their day off and looking forward to some snow tonight! As we approach the end of term 2, there are a couple of important announcements that both students and parents should be aware about:
Rehearsal Schedule for the Week:
Tuesday, 1/22 - Saxophone Ensemble - 7:00-7:40
Tuesday, 1/22 - 6th Grade Band - 7:45-8:20
Tuesday, 1/22 - Jazz Band - 2:45-4:00PM
Wednesday, 1/23 - 7th/8th Grade Band - 7:45-8:20
Thursday, 1/24 - 6th Grade Band - 7:45-8:20
Thursday, 1/24 - Orchestra - 2:45-3:30PM
Friday, 1/25 - Jazz Band - 7:45-8:20
Friday, 1/25 - Saxophone Ensemble - 2:40-3:40
Important Announcements:
- Student Practice Logs - Practice logs are due on Friday, 1/25. This practice log will count for one test grade (100 points). All students should drop off their practice logs in the bin by the front door before they leave for the weekend.
- New Lesson Schedule - The new lessons schedule will begin NEXT Monday, 1/28, which is the next "A" Day. Each student will receive their new lessons time during their lesson or lunch this week.
- Six Flags Payment - Checks for the Six Flag trip can be made out to "Dedham Middle School." The first payment of $15.00 dollars is due on Jan. 31st. You may pay the whole $75.00 fee at once if you please.
- Term 2 Grades - Student's term 2 grade is going to be based on one playing test (7th and 8th Grade Band only), Concert Attendance + Self-Reflection, Rehearsal Attendance, Participation, Practice Log. If you have a concern about your grade in Band, please see me sometime this week.
I am looking forward to another great week!
Mr. Daniels
Sunday, December 16, 2012
"This Week in Instrumental Music" 12/17-12/21
Good Evening Everyone,
The Winter Concert has finally arrived! Below is the rehearsal schedule for the week:
The Winter Concert has finally arrived! Below is the rehearsal schedule for the week:
Monday, 12/17- ALL BANDS (Beginning, Intermediate, Advanced) + Orchestra @ 7:45AM - In Auditorium
Monday, 12/17 - FULL JAZZ BAND - 2:35-4:00PM - In Auditorium
Monday, 12/17 - FULL JAZZ BAND - 2:35-4:00PM - In Auditorium
Tuesday, 12/18 - Beginning Band @ 7:45AM
Tuesday, 12/18 - WINTER CONCERT - REPORT TIME is 6:30PM.
Wednesday, 12/19 - Intermediate Band @ 7:45AM
Wednesday, 12/19 - Orchestra @ 2:35
Thursday, 12/20 - Advanced Band @ 7:45AM (Different from original calendar!)
Friday, 12/21 - WINTER CONCERT ASSEMBLY - ALL STUDENTS REPORT AT 7:45AM.
As you can see, it is a very busy week. Please make sure you review your December Calendar and make sure your child is present for all of their events.
Winter Concert Information:
Please remember that attendance at the Winter Concert in MANDATORY and will be a significant part of your child's final grade in Band. All students must report to the Fine Arts Wing at 6:30PM with all of their equipment and fully dressed. The Dress for the concert is below:
- Nice Black Shoes with black socks - NO SNEAKERS or FLIP-FLOPS.
- Black Pants or a Long Black Skirt
- Holiday Colored Top - Men, please try to wear a button-down shirt or a collared shirt.
If you have any questions about the Winter Concert, please don't hesitate to e-mail me.
I look forward to seeing everyone at the Concert on Tuesday night!
Mr. Daniels
Sunday, December 9, 2012
"This Week in Instrumental Music" 12/10-12/14
Good Evening All:
Below is the rehearsal schedule for the week:
Below is the rehearsal schedule for the week:
Monday, 12/10 - Intermediate Band @ 7:45AM
Tuesday, 12/11 - Beginning Band @ 7:45AM
Tuesday, 12/11 - Jazz Band Trombones - 2:35 - 3:30PM
Wednesday, 12/12 - Advanced Band @ 7:45AM
Wednesday, 12/12 - Orchestra @ 2:35
Thursday, 12/13 - Intermediate Band @ 7:45AM
Friday, 12/14 - Jazz Band @ 7:45AM
This is the LAST full week of rehearsal before the winter concert! It is very important at all band members be present for rehearsal this week.
Winter Concert Information:
The Winter Concert is on Tuesday, December 18th. The report time for the concert will be 6:30PM. All students should report to the Band Room dressed with their instrument and music folder. The concert will begin at 7:00PM. Performing in the concert is a requirement for all Band members.
Dress for the Concert will be the following:
- Black Dress Pants or Black Skirt
- Black Dress Shoes - NO Sneakers or Flip-Flops
- Festive Holiday-Colored Top - Men: Please wear a button-down or collared shirt.
I look forward to seeing everyone at the concert next week!
Sincerely,
Mr. Daniels
Monday, December 3, 2012
Sax Quartet Goes Caroling
The Dedham Middle School Saxophone Quartet took to the streets of Dedham on Friday, November 30th for the Annual Dedham Stroll and Tree Lighting event. Below are some pictures from the event. They did a great job in the very cold weather!
Sunday, November 25, 2012
"This Week in Instrumental Music" 11/26-11/30
Good Morning Everyone,
The Winter Concert is quickly approaching. We have just THREE weeks of school before the performance. It is imperative that all students attend the remaining rehearsals leading up to the concert. Below is the rehearsal schedule for this week:
The December Calendar will be going home with the students this week. Please make sure you look it over an note when your child has rehearsal. This calendar will also be posted on the Blackboard Site.
Practice Logs:
Students are still required to have a parent or guardian signature on their practice log each week. Students will no longer turn their practice log in each week. The logs will be checked during their in-school lesson. If you have any questions about the new practice log format, please feel free to contact me.
Class Participation Grade:
For Term 2, students will be getting a class participation grade. Each student will start with 100 points. During the course of the semester, students can loose points for various reasons, one being leaving their instrument in the locker over a weekend. There have been far too many instruments left over the weekend. If the instruments do not go home to practice, your child will not grow as a musician and we will not be successful as a band. Please make an effort to make sure your child is taking his or her instrument home and putting in the appropriate amount of practice time.
I look forward to a GREAT December!
Sincerely,
Mr. Daniels
The Winter Concert is quickly approaching. We have just THREE weeks of school before the performance. It is imperative that all students attend the remaining rehearsals leading up to the concert. Below is the rehearsal schedule for this week:
Monday, 11/26 - Beginning Band @ 7:45AM
Tuesday, 11/27 - Advanced Band @ 7:45AM
Tuesday, 11/27 - FULL Jazz Band - 2:35 - 4:00PM
Wednesday, 11/28 - Intermediate Band @ 7:45AM
Wednesday, 11/28 - Orchestra @ 2:35
Thursday, 11/29 - Beginning Band @ 7:45AM
Friday, 11/30 - Jazz Band @ 7:45AM
The December Calendar will be going home with the students this week. Please make sure you look it over an note when your child has rehearsal. This calendar will also be posted on the Blackboard Site.
Practice Logs:
Students are still required to have a parent or guardian signature on their practice log each week. Students will no longer turn their practice log in each week. The logs will be checked during their in-school lesson. If you have any questions about the new practice log format, please feel free to contact me.
Class Participation Grade:
For Term 2, students will be getting a class participation grade. Each student will start with 100 points. During the course of the semester, students can loose points for various reasons, one being leaving their instrument in the locker over a weekend. There have been far too many instruments left over the weekend. If the instruments do not go home to practice, your child will not grow as a musician and we will not be successful as a band. Please make an effort to make sure your child is taking his or her instrument home and putting in the appropriate amount of practice time.
I look forward to a GREAT December!
Sincerely,
Mr. Daniels
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