HMS BAND NEWS
May 2016
Congratulations on a Great Concert!
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Great Things are Happening at HMS!
Patriotic Song Performances
Our musicians perform the Patriotic Song of the Day live each day!
Visit our website to hear recordings of these performances.
Visit our website to hear recordings of these performances.
Clarinets
Kimmi, Rylee, Sam, Alyssa, Liz, Ella, Jake, and Ryan performed "This Land Is Your Land".
Matthew
performed "The Star Spangled Banner".
Anthony
performed "America, The Beautiful".
We enjoy playing songs that our friends composed or arranged!
Visit our website to download copies of your own to play at home.
Visit our website to download copies of your own to play at home.
Soldiers Marching
We like Anthony's dynamics!
The Golden Dragon
We love the patterns Isabelle chose!
The Muppet Theme
Luke found a version on the internet, which he transcribed for saxophone.
Event Information
International Jazz Day
In partnership with UNESCO, Jazz Appreciation Month culminates with International Jazz Day. President and Mrs. Obama will host a performance to be broadcast Saturday evening. The concert will also be streamed through this site. Enjoy!
When?
Saturday, Apr 30, 2016, 08:00 PM
Where?
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Information to be sent later this month...
- Band registration for the 2016-2017 school year.
- Gr 5 Field Trip information (tentatively scheduled for June 2).
Summer Arts Workshop
Event Information
Summer Arts Workshop
http://www.spartasummerarts.org
The SAW program is a great opportunity for our musicians to expand their performance!
Below are listed course recommendations for fourth and fifth grade band students. All students are welcome to participate in Keyboarding, Guitar, Chorus, Vocal/Drama, as well as Art courses.
Fourth & Fifth Grade Band Instrumental Music Recommendations:
- Period 1: Percussion Studio, Brass & Woodwind Studio,
- Period 2: Intermediate Concert Band
- Period 3: Intermediate Jazz Band (5), Saxophone Studio
- Period 4: Woodwind Ensemble
When?
Monday, Jun 27, 2016, 09:00 AM
Where?
Sparta Middle School, Main Street, Sparta Township, NJ, United States
May Lesson Schedule
Please visit our website for the May lesson schedule.
- Please "note" that lessons and band practices will meet throughout the month.
- Special scheduling for PARCC is arranged for testing days - all classes will meet on a "delayed opening" schedule.
- Our Advanced Bands will meet during their regular days and times.
Mrs. Curtis
- Visit our website for weekly updates, including curriculum, photos, and recordings!
- Please feel free to contact me with any questions about our program.
Website: HelenMorganBand.com
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