Things to Come
By Brandt Schneider
Things to ComeMar 25, 2020
6 Items for Middle School music
I review six components of my band and chorus program.
Sousa - The March King
I do a brief review of "Sousa - The March King" arranged by Larry Clark. This piece is rated Level 1, although I think that is a bit low (maybe 1+).
Student Teacher Lessons
In this short episode I list 6 things a student teacher should know about band directing. What is on your list? Send me some audio and I will include in a future episode.
3 Questions?
Profound changes to music education are happening due to COVID-19. I ask three questions: What routines? What concerts? What ensembles? Have some input? Click the message link and send me your thoughts.
Week 6??
We continue to listen to new music and review what is going on in class. Features a guest--Paul!!
What are you listening to?
I briefly highlight three artists: Lee Konitz, Wallace Roney, and Jimmy Greene and get a message from Anthony about what HE is listening to.
Week 4: Covid
How do we tackle band/chorus with no concerts? How do I grade? Thanks to our friend Karla for sending a message!
Week 3: Covid
I talk about assignments for the week and remember Joe Borst.
Smartmusic and Distance Learning
We talk briefly about Smartmusic and also explore a bit about distance learning -- Bingo Night!
Distance Learning: Week One Lessons
How has distance learning changed music education? What are the first lessons teachers are learning?