The philosophy of band is “One Sound”.

 As ensemble musicians we work collaboratively to create one sound.  No musician’s part is more or less important than another’s.  It is essential that exceptional players assist weaker players.  There is no place for ego in the ensemble.  We are the largest team in the school.  Together, we will make a sound greater than the sum of its parts.  Together we will make one sound.

 

Band Updates:

 

Music Around the Corner

Grade 7, 8 and 9 bands will be participating in the program, “Music Around the Corner”, put on by the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra (CPO).  We will be joining the CPO as we lead a discovery tour of the music in and around us.

Date: Wed. April 21^st

Time:  Bus leaves 9:30 a.m., session is from 10:15-11:15 a.m. and will return at 12:00 p.m.

Location:  Jack Singer Concert Hall (205)- 8^th Ave. S.E.

Note: If parents are interested in volunteering, please let Mrs. Homistace know.  You must have attended a volunteer session held at the school this year in order to do so.

Grade 7-9 Band Practice Sheets-

 

Success in band class relies not only on classroom instruction, but also practice time at home.  As a member of Ascension of Our Lord Beginner and Junior Bands, you are expected to  spend time outside of class practicing your instrument.

Each chart contains 15 squares that require 15 minutes of practice each day, which amounts to 225 minutes per month.  On these charts, please write the date that you completed your practice.  Please do not lump 225 minutes of practice into only a few days during the month, as it is more beneficial to skill development to practice every day (or every few days, depending on your schedule).

Practice charts will be due each month (October through May), at the end of every month.  Charts more than one week late will not be accepted for a grade.  Charts MUST be signed by a parent/guardian, and student names must be legible.

Remember- correct practice includes working on the musical aspects of playing your instrument, and DOES NOT include setting up your chair, stand, getting our your music, and putting your instrument together!

Please support and encourage your child with practicing as  practicing is 15% of the students’ report card mark.

 

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Students new to their instruments had a great time at Heritage Christian Academy for the Beginner Band Workshop.  This took place on Saturday, October 3.  They learned from some of Calgary’s best clinicians and teachers.  At the end of the workshop, the students were able to perform in the gym with 300 other students.  It was incredible to see their progress!