Monday, January 7, 2008

Week of Jan. 7

Happy New Year!! As we come back from Winter Break, it is a good time to review the basics of good posture and good bow hold. When beginning to practice, take a few minutes to check up on your bow grip, sitting/standing straight, left hand posture. Good posture is the foundation of fabulous playing.

EXTRA CREDIT: Attend the North Central High School Bass Ensemble concert THIS Wednesday, January 9, at 7PM in North Central's Performance Classroom. BONUS: You don't have to write it up. Just attend and let Mrs. Ohly-Davis know that you are there!! 10 points.

6th Grade Assignment:
Song of the Week: Westminster, beginning to Letter B
Book pgs. 29-30. Quiz on #107 Friday
Begin learning rhythm and notes for Westminster & March of the Metro Gnome

7th & 8th Grade Assignment:
Song of the Week: Fandango #1-17
REMINDER: Concert Orchestra meets Tues. 4-5:20 and Fri 7:30-8:50
F Major scale
Learn Fandango and Alborada rhythms and notes
Continue practicing Invitation, especially Coda

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