2014 fmea professional development conference friday, january 10, 2014 jim matthews michael antmann
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2014 FMEA Professional Development Conference
Friday, January 10, 2014
Jim Matthews
Michael Antmann
Introductions
Goals are an effective tool for all students regardless of background, SES status, etc.
Students should know what they will learn, and when they will learn it.
It’s all about the kids – its our responsibility to make sure they are learning. This is the top priority.
Goals
It’s important to set high goals and standards, and to have a clear plan to accomplish them.
Are you pushing your students to reach their potential, or are you preventing them from making maximum progress?
Higher levels of music require more advanced skills.
Goals
The key to success is steady progress for three years.Students should learn more and improve
every day they are in your room.All students, not just the “best,” should make
progress.The teacher needs to know what each
student should be able to do, and whether or not they can do it.○ Teach individuals, not classes.
Goals for MS Band
Example Goals Rhythm Sheet Discussion of goals
Students need to be aware.Provide examples and non-examples.
Goals must be both taught, and assessed.
Making Progress
Work towards goals daily – FundamentalsLong TonesScalesRhythmsArticulationsMethod Books/ExercisesLiterature RehearsalBoard Template
Long Tones
Tone, note, and scale exercises Singing should be used
Helps with ear and oral cavity, articulation, style, etc.
Start singing in beginning band!
Dynamic control exercisesWorks all levels and helps students move
fluidly throughout dynamic range
Breathing gym
Scales
At least G, C, F, Bb, Eb, Ab, Db – more if possible.
Find music to match the scale being studied.
Scale Club Incentives/Awards
Rhythms
Rhythm Chart (Ivan Wansley) Fundamentals of rhythm
PulseCountingSubdivision
Rhythm Exercises101 Rhythmic Rest PatternsHand-written (as needed)
Articulation
Model various articulations Beginners have few, add various styles
as they advance Practice daily, with a metronome Improve speed and expression
Method Book/Exercise
It’s not about how fast they move through “the book.”
Focus on what you want them to learn, and pick exercises to teach it.
Continue using exercises/books after beginning band.
Write your own exercises as needed!
Contact
Michael Antmann
Orange County Public Schools
Jim Matthews
Jackson Middle School