Download 7-12 Band Scope and Sequence

7-12 Band Scope and Sequence
Demonstrate the ability to read and interpret music notation
 Identify the notes by pitch name and fingerings
 Identify and perform note/rest values: whole, half, dotted half, quarter, dotted quarter, eighth
 Demonstrate ability to sight read
 Play instruments in 4/4, ¾, 2/4
 Demonstrate understanding of a key signature
 Demonstrate understanding of accidentals
 Demonstrate and define the following dynamic markings: piano, mezzo piano, mezzo forte,
forte, crescendo, decrescendo
 Define and demonstrate proper use of the following tempos: largo, andante, moderato, allegro,
and presto
 Define and demonstrate proper use of the following articulations: staccato, legato, slur, tenuto
 Demonstrate the proper use of repeat signs with 1st and 2nd endings, D.C. and D.S. al Fine
 Demonstrate the ability to follow the following tempo changes: ritardando/Accelerando
 Demonstrate the proper use of 3/8, 6/8 and cut time
 Identify and perform the following: sixteenth note/rest, dotted eighth, triplet eighth, ties and
syncopation
 Demonstrate the proper use of trills, grace notes, and turns
Perform music independently and with others
 Correctly identify the parts of individual’s instrument
 Demonstrate proper procedures for assembly and cleaning of individual’s instrument
 Demonstrate proper posture
 Demonstrate proper phrasing
 Demonstrate proper embouchure and breathing
 Produce characteristic sound on individual instrument
 Demonstrate responsibility and self-discipline in rehearsals
 Keep track of individual’s music and folder
 Perform rhythms with a steady tempo
 Demonstrate rhythmic accuracy
 Perform B-flat concert scale
 Perform a one octave chromatic scale
 Demonstrate proper balance, blend, and intonation in an ensemble setting
 Demonstrate the use of alternate fingerings
 Perform E-flat, F, and C concert scales
 Perform a two octave chromatic scale
 Perform G minor, C minor, and D minor concert scales
 Demonstrate complex musical phrasing
 Demonstrate musical expression and sensitivity in performances
 Perform the chromatic scale over the comfortable range of the instrument
Describe, analyze, and create music.
 Define and recognize themes, countermelodies, repetition, and form
 Compose original melodies with set guidelines
 Compose simple arrangements
 Aurally identify the following types of compositions: AB (verse/chorus), ABA, AABA, AABBCC,
Rondo, Theme and Variations)
 Identify sounds of various band instruments
 Aurally identify simple musical forms and styles
 Visually identify simple musical forms
 Spell major scales
 Correctly label key signatures
 Describe the harmonic functions of tonic, subdominant, and dominant chords
Evaluate music and music performances using critical thinking and listening skills
 Demonstrate ability to match pitch
 Tune instrument with assistance
 Aurally identify proper performance of rhythmic notations
 Aurally identify proper performance of articulations
 Visually identify conducting patterns
 Demonstrate conducting patterns
 Tune instrument without assistance
 Identify pitch problems (sharp/flat) and adjust accordingly
 Identify the effects of the surroundings on individual’s instrument
 Define instrument relationship to concert pitch
 Aurally identify tone qualities as it applies to certain passages or styles of music
Demonstrate knowledge of music history and cultural heritage
 Demonstrate proper stage presence and concert etiquette
 Perform music in a variety of styles
 Compare, in several cultures(including own), functions music serves, roles of musicians,
conditions under which music is created and performed
 Discuss aspects of music styles, historical periods and cultural genres
 Identify various musicianship roles, and describe their activities/achievements
Participate in the cultural /musical life of the community
 Perform band literature in concert
 Perform small ensemble literature with like and unlike instruments
 Perform accompanied literature
 Attend live performances by local musicians and/or composers
Range of individual instruments
Flute
 To C above the staff
 To F above the staff
Oboe
 To C above the staff
 D above the staff
 F above the staff
Clarinet
 G above the staff
 C above the staff
 F above the staff
Saxophone
 D above the staff
 F above the staff
Trumpet
 E on the staff
 G above the staff
 C above the staff
Trombone
 D above the staff
 F above the staff
 B-Flat above the staff
Baritone
 D above the staff
 F above the staff
 B-flat above the staff
Tuba
 D on the staff
 F on the staff
 B-flat above the staff
Percussion
 Basic fundamentals, 5 & 9 stroke roll, paradiddle, double paradiddle
 7 stroke rolls, flams, flamtaps
 Closed stroke rolls, flamacues, flam accents, 4 stroke ruff