|
General Music & Chorus
Welcome back to another exciting and music filled year! My name
is Mrs. Nena Thompson and I am one of the general music and
chorus teachers at MSIS. In general
music classes, we focus on singing, playing instruments, music
literacy, movement and listening. I believe in providing a
structured learning environment where all children can find
their "musical potential". We have a lot of fun while also
learning...what can be better than that?
Chorus is open to all students in
grades 4 & 5. We meet once a week before school and present two
concerts a year. Please join us in hearing our winter concerts
on December 14th and 16th at 7pm and our Spring Concerts on
April 27th and May 17th!
If you have any questions about
the general music or choral programs at MSIS, please feel free
to email me at:
nthompson@commack.k12.ny.us .
You may also view my eboard
online at:
www.nthompson.commack.site.eboard.com.
Hello! My name is Kristine
Sottile. I am one of the general music and chorus teachers here
at MSIS. In the weekly general music classes my students have a
comfortable environment to learn about music, discipline, and
teamwork through singing, playing instruments, listening, music
literacy and movement activities. My goal is to instill an
appreciation for music in each and every one of my students that
will last a lifetime, and to encourage them to experience music
in a fun but educational way. I am looking forward to a very
fulfilling year with your children!
Chorus is open to all students in
grades 4 & 5. We meet once a week before school and present two
concerts a year. Please come out and enjoy our winter concerts
on December 14th and 16th, as well as our
spring concerts on April 27th & May 17th at 7pm!
"Success is a journey not a
destination - half the fun is getting there"
-Gita Bellin
If you have any questions about
the general music or choral programs at MSIS, please feel free
to contact me:
E-mail:
ksottile@commack.k12.ny.us
Phone: (631) 858 - 3650
Band
I am Theresa Snyder, the 4th and
5th Grade Band Director. Allow me to share with you that a child
learning an instrument for the first time is definitely an
exiting event that affects the whole family - even your howling
dog. It is a decision in which children must be highly supported
and encouraged to practice routinely from the beginning. The
work is always made a lot more fun when there are people at home
cheering you on through all of the squeaks and squawks! Here is
a general overview of what we have to offer your child at MSIS.
4th Grade Beginning
Program:
At the end of 3rd grade, children are given the opportunity to
choose to study a musical instrument the following year in 4th
grade. The various instruments are presented, studied and
reviewed in general music classes. The children then list their
top three choices. As the success of the program depends on the
development of instrumentally balanced groups, the final
decision as to the type of instrument assigned to the child is
that of the teacher's.
Students begin to learn their
individual instruments in small group settings called lessons.
Lessons typically consist of the same or similar instruments to
make learning easier. Lesson groups meet once a week for ˝
hour.
Students will also begin meeting
in September in large group settings of varied instrumentation
called band rehearsals. Band rehearsals expand upon
lesson material and cover musical skills applicable to all
instruments. Rehearsals meet once a week, before school at
7:55am. Please note: 4th Grade Band only performs
at the Spring Concert.
5th Grade Intermediate
Program:
A year built upon skills learned in 4th grade, 5th grade is
exciting as there are new opportunities that open up for your
child. This year students will be able to:
~ Perform in both Winter and
Spring concerts.
~ Participate in Rock Band: a
non-audition, non-performance, “fun” group which meets Monday
mornings at 7:55 am from October 5th through November 9th.
~ Audition for All-District Band
in the Spring which is comprised of students from Burr, Sawmill,
and the Middle School for a one-time concert event.
~ Be selected to participate in
the NYSSMA Spring Solo Festival
Special Note: 5th Grade is a
benchmark year for your child. As the Commack Music Curriculum
states, each student must be able to perform at a set, minimal
level by the end of the year in order to be recommended to
continue on in the band program. If it appears your child may
struggle to reach this level, please know you will be contacted
and worked with, with ample time to make a difference in your
child's musical progress.
Allowing your child to learn an
instrument and participate in the band program has the potential
of becoming a life-long gift of happiness for your child and
future generations to come. If you have any questions or
concerns please feel free to e-mail, call (631) 858-3650, or
check out my eBoard at
www.tsnyder.commack.site.eboard.com
|
