SCHS Music Notes
August 24th, 2019
Welcome Back!
I am so excited for what the 2019-2020 school year has in store for us! I know that many of you are still basking in the joy that is Summer Vacation, but August 28th is fast approaching and I wanted to take this opportunity to touch base with you all and to introduce you to our NEW newsletter platform (in which you will get the most up to date information on the goings on in our program).
There are truly some amazing things going on this year for all of our music students at Sage Creek. I am thrilled to announce changes to two of our music classes!
- First, we've added split our previous orchestra into two classes. The newer and more advanced class is the audition-based Chamber Orchestra. The other Orchestra class (which I am calling "String Orchestra" to avoid confusing the two groups) will remain an open class which welcomes string students of all experience levels.
- Second, our former Concert Choir class, remains a club and has joined forces with our Instrumental Music class. I am eager to see our vocal and instrumental students work together to learn the art of expression and collaboration through music. All students in this class will experiment with percussion, piano, guitar, ukulele, and voice, and will then move to their first choice among these instruments.
Also new this year, Mrs. Allen (CHMS & CHS) and I are collaborating to launch the first phase of our "Music Elevated" program. During this phase, we will be working with 6-8th graders and our String Orchestra class to develop and master the charistic tone of our string instruments. Although this is starting with our String Orchestra, it will soon spread to our other ensembles. With the launch of this program, all music students will have numerous opportunities to learn from professional musicians in workshop and concert settings.
Your Donations Are Important!
From your Donations, students will benefit from the following:
- Coaching (more individualized instruction on their instrument)
- Transportation and Fees for Music Festivals, Professional Performances, & Events
- Master Classes
- Instrument Purchases & Repairs
- Sheet Music Purchases
- Awards Banquets
- Fun Music Excursions & Experiences
Here's how you can help!
- Monetary Donation ($60 per trimester is recommended)
- Instrument or Equipment Donation
- Amazon Wishlist Item Donation
- Volunteering for Music Events (ticket sales, student supervision, concessions, etc.)
- Joining the Music Guild (survey linked below)
- Attending Parent Meetings (see Google Calendars)
- Creating a home environment that promotes practicing at home.
Students:
PARENTS:
Also, please mark your calendars for the event below, our first Parent's Meeting on Tuesday, September 17th at 7:00 PM..
Parent Meeting
Tuesday, Sep 17, 2019, 07:00 PM
Sage Creek High School, Cannon Road, Carlsbad, CA, USA
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
View Course Syllabi
They are linked by ensemble below:
Subscribe to our Calendars!
Chamber Orchestra Google Calendar / iCalendar
Orchestra Google Calendar / iCalendar
Wind Ensemble Google Calendar / iCalendar
Instrumental Music Google Calendar / iCalendar
Bobcat Beat Google Calendar / iCalendar
Jazz Club Google Calendar / iCalendar
Musical Pit Orchestra Google Calendar / iCalendar
Symphony Orchestra Google Calendar / iCalendar
Drumline (student led) Google Calendar / iCalendar
Music Theory Club Google Calendar / iCalendar
Young Leaders in Music Education Google Calendar / iCalendar
Lastly...
Enjoy your last few days of vacation!
Ms. Juliana Quinones
Email: juliana.quinones@carlsbadusd.net
Website: www.sagecreekmusic.org
Location: 3900 Bobcat Blvd. Carlsbad, CA 92010
Phone: 760.331.6707
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BobcatsofSageMusic/
Twitter: @twitter_SageCreekMusic