Well, it seems like this is the year the weather turned against us!
Please know I have been in touch with the district administration regarding our Spring Concert and Awards program scheduled for tonight. I will post here and on twitter (@MrsCulver_music) once a decision has been made about this event.
Thank you for your patience and understanding - stay tuned!
Tuesday, May 13, 2014
Monday, April 28, 2014
Large Group Adjudicated Event
Happy Monday!
Today in band, the students all received the following information about our adjudicated event coming up on Thursday, May 15. While it was my hope that the students would be able to perform during the school day, we have been scheduled for a time in the late afternoon. Please let me know as soon as possible if you have any questions or concerns about this information.
Today in band, the students all received the following information about our adjudicated event coming up on Thursday, May 15. While it was my hope that the students would be able to perform during the school day, we have been scheduled for a time in the late afternoon. Please let me know as soon as possible if you have any questions or concerns about this information.
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Date:
Thursday, May 15, 2014
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Location: Kent State University School of Music
o
1325
Theatre Drive, Kent
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Students
will need to bring all of their uniform pieces to school in order to be
prepared for the performance.
·
Students
will be performing three pieces –
o
For the New Day Arisen
o
Renaissance Festival
o
The Sphinx
· Itinerary
CFHS Freshmen Band (homeroom E-202)
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COME
TO BAND ROOM FROM 7TH PERIOD – 2:30 p.m.
o
Eat
a snack
o
Get
dressed in uniform
o
Load
equipment
·
DEPART
CFHS – 3:00 p.m.
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ARRIVE
at KSU – 3:30 p.m.
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WARM
UP for performance – 4:40 p.m.
·
PERFORM
– 5:05 p.m.
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RETURN
TO HOMEROOM – 5:40 p.m.
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DEPART
KSU for CFHS – 6:00 p.m.
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RETURN
to CFHS – 6:30 p.m.
Sunday, March 16, 2014
Third Quarter Wrap Up
It is hard to believe that nearly 75% of the school year is behind us! Here are a couple of things to keep in mind as we head into this last week of the grading period and begin looking towards the home stretch!
- All students will be performing a Scale Test this week. Students will perform the the concert C, F, B-flat, E-flat and A-flat scales for me at their assigned time. Testing times have been posted outside on the bulletin board outside of my room and I will have copies available in band on Monday. Please be on time and ready to test.
- The Freshmen Band, along with all of the bands in the district, will be performing at the All-City Band concert on Monday, April 7, 2014 in the CFHS gym. Students should plan to arrive at the high school no later than 6:00 for this event. Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns regarding this required performance.
Have a great week, everyone!
Wednesday, February 19, 2014
Just a quick note . . . . .
On Thursday, February 27, 2014 the students will be performing in the Pre-Contest Concert at 7:00 p.m. in the CFHS Auditorium. All students need to report to the band room (room 620) by 6:00 p.m. in order to get dresses and prepare for the concert. Students need to wear black shorts, a white t-shirt with no writing on it and black shoes/socks for the gentleman/black flats for the ladies.
The concert is free and open to the public. Hope to see you there!
The concert is free and open to the public. Hope to see you there!
Sunday, February 2, 2014
Welcome to February!
As we flip the calendar to February, it is a good time to remind everyone of the upcoming performances on our calendar.
- On Thursday, February 27, we will be performing in the high school auditorium. The directors are inviting two area band directors to hear the students and give them feedback on their performance. The concert begins at 7:00 and should last about one hour. There is no admission fee for the performance. This concert is part of the curriculum for the third grading period and all students are required to attend.
- On Friday, March 7, we will host the Ohio Music Education Association Large Group Adjudicated Event. This event brings students from area high schools to our facility to perform in front of a panel of four judges and earn a rating. While this event is not required, students are encouraged to attend to hear performances of area bands. Additionally, there will be a need for student volunteers, so any one in search of volunteer hours for health class are encouraged to attend. There is no admission fee for this performance.
- On Wednesday, March 19, we will present our first ever Percussion Ensemble Concert at 7:00 p.m. in the high school auditorium. All percussionists are required to attend this performance. All other students are encouraged to attend and support the endeavors of their fellow musicians.
- Monday, April 7 is the date of the All-City Band concert. The concert takes place in the gymnasium and begins at 7:00. There is a small admission fee for this performance.
- Our Spring Concert and Awards Program is scheduled for Tuesday, May 13 in the high school auditorium. This concert starts at 6:30 and includes all members of the high school instrumental music program.
- Our final performance of the year will take place on either Thursday, May 15 or Friday May 16 at kent State University. The students will perform three selections in front of a panel of three judges and earn a rating for their work.
As you can see, we are entering the time of year when we have approximately one performance every month. Please be sure these dates make it on the family calendar so we can keep conflicts to a minimum. I will continue to update you regularly through the blog. Additionally, because of all the snow days and school interruptions, I have started a twitter feed. You can follow me at @MrsCulver_music.
Sunday, January 5, 2014
Happy New Year!
I hope everyone had a wonderful, relaxing holiday break! I greatly enjoyed some down time with my family and friends. My hope is for the new year to bring us all many opportunities to grow as individuals and create beautiful music together!
The next two weeks will be a very hectic time for the music department. Detailed information regarding solo and ensemble contest on Saturday, January 18 will be sent home as soon as it is available. (Of course it will also be posted here for your viewing pleasure.) I expect to receive the specific performance times early this week.
This week (January 6 - 10) students will follow a regular schedule for the week. For fourth period, I would like to see the brass choir during 4A on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. This will allow the woodwind choir to rehearse during 4B and percussion will have time to work on their individual parts for percussion ensemble.
Next week (January 13 - 16) will be our semester exams and students will be on a modified schedule. I am planning to have rehearsals for the ensembles during exam week and will share that schedule with students next week. It is critical students are aware of the rehearsal schedule and attend at the appropriate time. Solo & Ensemble contest is an important part of what we do, allowing students an opportunity to perform in a smaller group and perform more independently.
Finally, all students will take the Freshmen Band Semester Exam. Detailed information and review materials will be distributed on Monday, January 6, 2014. These materials will also be posted here, so look for details early next week about these items. This exam will be both a written and playing assessment of students abilities and will account for ten percent of the students' final grade in band for the year.
Lots of information to throw at you here - we are off and running in this new year!
Mrs. Culver :-)
The next two weeks will be a very hectic time for the music department. Detailed information regarding solo and ensemble contest on Saturday, January 18 will be sent home as soon as it is available. (Of course it will also be posted here for your viewing pleasure.) I expect to receive the specific performance times early this week.
This week (January 6 - 10) students will follow a regular schedule for the week. For fourth period, I would like to see the brass choir during 4A on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. This will allow the woodwind choir to rehearse during 4B and percussion will have time to work on their individual parts for percussion ensemble.
Next week (January 13 - 16) will be our semester exams and students will be on a modified schedule. I am planning to have rehearsals for the ensembles during exam week and will share that schedule with students next week. It is critical students are aware of the rehearsal schedule and attend at the appropriate time. Solo & Ensemble contest is an important part of what we do, allowing students an opportunity to perform in a smaller group and perform more independently.
Finally, all students will take the Freshmen Band Semester Exam. Detailed information and review materials will be distributed on Monday, January 6, 2014. These materials will also be posted here, so look for details early next week about these items. This exam will be both a written and playing assessment of students abilities and will account for ten percent of the students' final grade in band for the year.
Lots of information to throw at you here - we are off and running in this new year!
Mrs. Culver :-)
Tuesday, December 3, 2013
Holiday Concert Details
The month of December is upon us and the holiday concerts are just around the corner! Here are all of the details you need to know for the upcoming performances.
On Monday, December 9, the instrumental music department will present a concert featuring the Black Concert band, Symphonic Band and Jazz Ensemble. Freshmen that participate in Jazz Ensemble will need to plan to arrive at the high school at 5:30 to dress for the event. At 6:00, group photos will be taken of each ensemble performing that evening. The concert begins at 7:00 and should last no more than one hour. While all students are invited to this performance to support their peers, only students participating in Jazz Ensemble are required to attend.
On Tuesday, December 10, the Gold Concert Band, Gold Tones and Freshmen Concert Band will perform. All students should arrive at the high school at 5:30 to dress for the event. At 6:00, group photos will be taken of each ensemble performing on the concert. The performance begins at 7:00 and should last no more than one hour. All members of the Freshmen Band are required to attend and participate in this concert.
All students need to come dressed appropriately for their uniform. All gentlemen need to come wearing black shorts, a white t-shirt with no writing on it, black shoes and black socks. Ladies need to also wear black shorts, a whit t-shirt with sleeves and black flats. Since we all need to put our uniforms on in the band room, wearing these clothes allows us to do that.
Please don't hesitate to contact me regarding any questions or concerns you may have about these performances. I look forward to seeing all of you next week!
On Monday, December 9, the instrumental music department will present a concert featuring the Black Concert band, Symphonic Band and Jazz Ensemble. Freshmen that participate in Jazz Ensemble will need to plan to arrive at the high school at 5:30 to dress for the event. At 6:00, group photos will be taken of each ensemble performing that evening. The concert begins at 7:00 and should last no more than one hour. While all students are invited to this performance to support their peers, only students participating in Jazz Ensemble are required to attend.
On Tuesday, December 10, the Gold Concert Band, Gold Tones and Freshmen Concert Band will perform. All students should arrive at the high school at 5:30 to dress for the event. At 6:00, group photos will be taken of each ensemble performing on the concert. The performance begins at 7:00 and should last no more than one hour. All members of the Freshmen Band are required to attend and participate in this concert.
All students need to come dressed appropriately for their uniform. All gentlemen need to come wearing black shorts, a white t-shirt with no writing on it, black shoes and black socks. Ladies need to also wear black shorts, a whit t-shirt with sleeves and black flats. Since we all need to put our uniforms on in the band room, wearing these clothes allows us to do that.
Please don't hesitate to contact me regarding any questions or concerns you may have about these performances. I look forward to seeing all of you next week!
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