Transcript 2015 Parent Information Evening

Wellers Hill State School
Instrumental Music
Parent Information Evening
03/11/15
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Why Music?
Music is a life
long skill.
Music improves coordination and is one
of the few activities
that uses both sides
of the brain
simultaneously.
Music has
been
proven in
studies to
improve
literacy
and
numeracy.
Music focuses the
skills of
responsibility,
team work and cooperation.
Introduction
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Education Queensland and our Instrumental
Music
Established in 1971
Over 80,000 music students annually
750 instrumental music teachers
At Wellers Hill State School
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In 2015 – 200 students werepart of the
program
Five Ensembles – Two Bands and Four String
Ensembles
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Instruments
Offered
Strings (Year 2 onwards)
Violin
Cello
Viola
Double Bass
Woodwind (Year 4 onwards)
Flute
Clarinet
(and Bass Cl.)
Alto Saxophone
Tenor Saxophone
Brass (Year 4 onwards)
Trumpet
Trombone
Euphonium a
Tuba
French Horn
Percussion (Year 4 onwards)
Students who are chosen for Percussion will
learn all of the following.
Xylophone
Glockenspiel
Maracas
Snare Drum
Bass Drum
Timpani
Cymbals
And more…
Goals of the
Instrumental Program
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To provide musical development.
To provide ensemble experience.
To provide an extra dimension to the school music
program.
To develop the habit of regular practice.
To develop the concept of team spirit and that music
is for enjoyment.
To encourage creativity.
To provide students with lifetime skills.
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How does it work
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We offer students a 30 minute group lesson per
week.
Groups are between 3 – 10 students.
Lessons are held on one day per week, and use a
rotating timetable.
All beginners are offered a school instrument to use
in their first year.
Expectations of the
Student
I will
 care for and maintain my instrument
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attend all lessons for a minimum of one year
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practice at least 15 mins (beginners) and 30 mins (2nd yr and
above) per day, 5 days a week
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bring all my equipment (tutor book, music folder and
instrument), and arrive on time, to all lessons and
rehearsals
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become a member of the Concert Band or String Ensemble
when I have reached the required standard
 attend all Concert Band/String Ensemble rehearsal,
performances, concerts & camps
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In exceptional circumstances where your child is unable to
attend a performance you must notify the conductor ASAP
via written note as the conductor will have to rearrange
seating plans and parts to balance the ensemble
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Expectations of the
Parents
I will
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show an interest in, support & encourage my child’s instrumental
progress
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provide a suitable time and place for my child to practice
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supervise and encourage regular, good practice habits and sign
my child’s practice record chart each week
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pay all music fees associated with participation in the program
on time
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supply instrument accessories such as a music stand for
practice, tutor book, reeds, strings, shoulder rests, etc. by the first
week of school for my child to commence lessons, and replace
these as needed.
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Expectations of the
Parents
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cont.
keep the instrument in good repair and provide my child with a safe
place to keep it
return any instrument in need of repair to the school
immediately report to the school any loss or damage of the
instrument on loan
accept financial responsibility for loss of or damage to the instrument
while on loan from the school
buy my child his/her own instrument after the initial loan period of
one year (except for large, expensive instruments)
ensure that my child attends all lessons, rehearsals, performances,
concerts and camps.
provide my child with the correct performance uniform for Concert
Band and String Ensemble.
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Teachers Weekly
Schedule
Our Instrumental Teachers are both instrumental
and classroom qualified, registered, full-time EQ
teachers.
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Josie Price – Strings - [email protected]
Holland Park Sate High School, Marshall Rd State
School, Wellers Hill State School, Moorooka State
School
Andrew Bell –[email protected]
Woodwind, Brass and Percussion
Mansfield State High School, Mansfield State
School, Mt Gravatt East State School, and Wellers
Hilll State School
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Selection of Students
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General attitude to school activities
Results of Aptitude Test
Demonstrated behaviour patterns
Places allocated in order of merit
Forming an ensemble
Second Round Offers
What happens to students who do not fulfill
expectations
Please be aware that once students enrol in the
strings program they are no longer eligible to join
the band program
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Practice
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Motivation?
Period of not wanting
to practice? (Don’t
worry it’s normal)
How you can get
involved at home.
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Communication with the
School
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Notes or emails to teachers
Email groups
Newsletter
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General Items
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Music Uniform
Annual Dates
Music Camps
Specific Instrument information
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Inspiration
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Don’t fret! They do
get better!
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