in inceptum finis est...
The beginning determines the end.
The beginning determines the end.
Band Program Websites
Traughberband.weebly.com
http://www.prideofplymouth.com/
http://d142-hilleband.weebly.com/
http://www1.ccs.k12.in.us/teachers/whigdon
https://www.facebook.com/groups/banddirectors/
http://www.prideofplymouth.com/
http://d142-hilleband.weebly.com/
http://www1.ccs.k12.in.us/teachers/whigdon
https://www.facebook.com/groups/banddirectors/
Philosophy & Mission
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Music Department Vision
Music is universal, cultural, and individual. It is with this understanding that the Music Department of Traughber Junior High School believes that every student should have the opportunity to receive a high quality musical training in school, regardless of grade level, ability level, or background. The goal of this musical training is to help participants achieve a personal level of understanding, appreciation, and passion for music. It is undeniable that music has always been an integral part of human existence. Every culture throughout history carries its own musical traditions. In our culturally diverse society, music is one of the few common threads that links peoples and ideas together. Music education uses the artistic medium of musical sound to give insight into the universal human experience.
Band Program Mission
The primary goal of all band classes at Oswego Junior High Schools is to heighten each student’s aesthetic awareness through the musical art. While there are many secondary objectives that are also set for the students, using sound as a means to communicate the feelings embodied in a musical work is always the ultimate focus.
Dedication and maturity are required to develop this uniquely human ability. Dedication because the skills needed to recreate music are both numerous and complex. Maturity because, once the technical skills are learned, a musician must be patient and open minded in order to understand and then communicate the essence of a composer’s work.
Many people go their entire lives without being aware of the power that art has to affect them. We believe that junior high students are not too young to begin delving into the meaning of music as art. We also believe there is no better way to accomplish that then to develop the ability to perform and take the creation of an artist and bring it to life.
At the middle level we attempt to develop the musical skills necessary to recreate meaningful music and listen critically to both ourselves and others as they perform. We emphasize the inappropriateness of expressing a value judgment on a particular work or performance unless one can articulate the reasons for his or her opinion and demonstrate an alternative. Criticism that is unsupported and non-constructive will not and should not be taken seriously by others.
It would be naive to suggest that such a lofty goal can be fully realized at the junior high level. We therefore strive to start young people down a path that will eventually lead to aesthetic awareness. We firmly believe that a person who is aesthetically aware will be better able to reap all that life has to offer and to share with others the wealth of his or her talent. Please see the Band Handbook for additional information.
Departmental Goals
Develop strong musicianship and cultivate aesthetic awareness in the classroom through the preparation and performance of quality musical literature.
Provide curricular and extra-curricular opportunities for all music students that enhance their musical experience.
Facilitate opportunities for students seeking musical self-enrichment.
Create community on all levels: within our classrooms, our department, our school buildings, and our local population; as well as within the national and global community.
Enrich students' appreciation of the musical arts by attending fine cultural events.
Create the best possible learning environment for students to pursue an education in the musical arts.
Inspire students to become life-long learners and intelligent consumers of music.
Address the needs of students seeking a future career in the field of music.
Music Department Vision
Music is universal, cultural, and individual. It is with this understanding that the Music Department of Traughber Junior High School believes that every student should have the opportunity to receive a high quality musical training in school, regardless of grade level, ability level, or background. The goal of this musical training is to help participants achieve a personal level of understanding, appreciation, and passion for music. It is undeniable that music has always been an integral part of human existence. Every culture throughout history carries its own musical traditions. In our culturally diverse society, music is one of the few common threads that links peoples and ideas together. Music education uses the artistic medium of musical sound to give insight into the universal human experience.
Band Program Mission
The primary goal of all band classes at Oswego Junior High Schools is to heighten each student’s aesthetic awareness through the musical art. While there are many secondary objectives that are also set for the students, using sound as a means to communicate the feelings embodied in a musical work is always the ultimate focus.
Dedication and maturity are required to develop this uniquely human ability. Dedication because the skills needed to recreate music are both numerous and complex. Maturity because, once the technical skills are learned, a musician must be patient and open minded in order to understand and then communicate the essence of a composer’s work.
Many people go their entire lives without being aware of the power that art has to affect them. We believe that junior high students are not too young to begin delving into the meaning of music as art. We also believe there is no better way to accomplish that then to develop the ability to perform and take the creation of an artist and bring it to life.
At the middle level we attempt to develop the musical skills necessary to recreate meaningful music and listen critically to both ourselves and others as they perform. We emphasize the inappropriateness of expressing a value judgment on a particular work or performance unless one can articulate the reasons for his or her opinion and demonstrate an alternative. Criticism that is unsupported and non-constructive will not and should not be taken seriously by others.
It would be naive to suggest that such a lofty goal can be fully realized at the junior high level. We therefore strive to start young people down a path that will eventually lead to aesthetic awareness. We firmly believe that a person who is aesthetically aware will be better able to reap all that life has to offer and to share with others the wealth of his or her talent. Please see the Band Handbook for additional information.
Departmental Goals
Develop strong musicianship and cultivate aesthetic awareness in the classroom through the preparation and performance of quality musical literature.
Provide curricular and extra-curricular opportunities for all music students that enhance their musical experience.
Facilitate opportunities for students seeking musical self-enrichment.
Create community on all levels: within our classrooms, our department, our school buildings, and our local population; as well as within the national and global community.
Enrich students' appreciation of the musical arts by attending fine cultural events.
Create the best possible learning environment for students to pursue an education in the musical arts.
Inspire students to become life-long learners and intelligent consumers of music.
Address the needs of students seeking a future career in the field of music.
NAFME Legislation:
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Articles & Books
The Band Director's Companion, Harry Haines
An Understandable Approach To Musical Expression, Kenneth Laudermilch
Designed to enhance the expressive ability of instrumentalists of every age, this concise, easy-to-understand guide presents twenty-two musical concepts that remove the mystery and provide proficiency in the art of musical expression.
On Teaching Band: Notes from Eddie Green- Mary Ellen Cavitt
If you only read one book, this is the one! So many great ideas here. This book transformed my teaching!
Tuning for Wind Instruments: A Roadmap to Successful Intonation - Shelley Jagow
This is the ultimate resourse on intonation! The charts for each instrument are amazing.
The Talent Code - Daniel Coyle
Great information on how talent is "grown." While not specific to musical talent, its content is highly applicable to the
classroom. Also check out Daniel's companion book, The Little Book of Talent.
Teaching Music through Performance in Middle School Band - ed. Richard Miles
Chapters by leading middle school band directors about all the issues we deal with that are unique to middle school band as
well as reviews of great band literature grades 1-3.5 (I'm honored to have been interviewed for Chip DeStefano's chapter on Recruitment!)
Pathways (A Guide For Energizing And Enriching Band, Orchestra And Choral Programs) - Joseph Alsobrook
Lots of practical ideas here!
An Understandable Approach To Musical Expression, Kenneth Laudermilch
Designed to enhance the expressive ability of instrumentalists of every age, this concise, easy-to-understand guide presents twenty-two musical concepts that remove the mystery and provide proficiency in the art of musical expression.
On Teaching Band: Notes from Eddie Green- Mary Ellen Cavitt
If you only read one book, this is the one! So many great ideas here. This book transformed my teaching!
Tuning for Wind Instruments: A Roadmap to Successful Intonation - Shelley Jagow
This is the ultimate resourse on intonation! The charts for each instrument are amazing.
The Talent Code - Daniel Coyle
Great information on how talent is "grown." While not specific to musical talent, its content is highly applicable to the
classroom. Also check out Daniel's companion book, The Little Book of Talent.
Teaching Music through Performance in Middle School Band - ed. Richard Miles
Chapters by leading middle school band directors about all the issues we deal with that are unique to middle school band as
well as reviews of great band literature grades 1-3.5 (I'm honored to have been interviewed for Chip DeStefano's chapter on Recruitment!)
Pathways (A Guide For Energizing And Enriching Band, Orchestra And Choral Programs) - Joseph Alsobrook
Lots of practical ideas here!

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Curriculum
Literature & Materials
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Google Slides of Rhythm Sets
In Tune App Online Tuner Tonal Energy Tuner Online Practice Tools" A Guide for "How To Practice" http://www.beginningbandbootcamp.com/ Amry Field Band Google Hangout: The United States Army Field Band is now using Google+ Hangouts (video conference call) to conduct educational clinics across the country. Much like an in-person class, Hangouts are interactive and allow our Soldier-Musicians to listen, perform, and provide constructive feedback to your students. |
Music Tech Teacher (Many, many online games, quizes, etc.)
Rhythm Bee Daily Routine for Band (Warm Ups) Note Name Game for ipad Note Names Game Facebook Group Texas Band Message Board "The Talent Code" Blog www.thetalentcode.com Music Games for Kids www.musictechteacher.com Charms Office www.charmsoffice.com The Midwest Clinic http://www.midwestclinic.org |

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Team Building

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Communication

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National Association of Music Parents
National Association of Parents Facebook Group
Weebly
Twitter
https://www.facebook.com/TraughberBand (Facebook example)
National Association of Parents Facebook Group
Weebly
https://www.facebook.com/TraughberBand (Facebook example)
Assessment
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Classroom Management

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How To Talk So Kids Will Listen and How To Listen So Kids Can Talk
Love and Logic
Smart Classroom Management
Harry Wong Products
Hand Clapping Games
Dude Perfect, Fun Videos
Love and Logic
Smart Classroom Management
Harry Wong Products
Hand Clapping Games
Dude Perfect, Fun Videos
Recruitment
TRAUGHBER JHS INFORMATION/MAXWELL~
5th Grade Recruiting Information Page
Beginner Supply List
Instrument Characteristics
Beginner Registration Form Version 1
Parent Handout-Program Overview
Recruiting Newsletter for all 5th Grade Families
Summer Band Class/Staff Schedule Sample
ILMEA All-State Presentation Handout
ILMEA All-State Presentation Power Point Slides
http://www.bepartoftheband.com/ recruiting videos
5th Grade Recruiting Information Page
Beginner Supply List
Instrument Characteristics
Beginner Registration Form Version 1
Parent Handout-Program Overview
Recruiting Newsletter for all 5th Grade Families
Summer Band Class/Staff Schedule Sample
ILMEA All-State Presentation Handout
ILMEA All-State Presentation Power Point Slides
http://www.bepartoftheband.com/ recruiting videos

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BRYAN AMES INFORMATION

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HIGDON/CREEKSIDE MS
http://www.creeksidemusic.org/
http://www.clayperformingarts.org/
Instrument Fitting Video
Parent Meeting Prezi
Creekside MS Recruiting/ Teaching Materials
http://www.clayperformingarts.org/
Instrument Fitting Video
Parent Meeting Prezi
Creekside MS Recruiting/ Teaching Materials
NENZDA/HILLE MS

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Woodwind Pedagogy
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Brass Pedagogy
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Percussion Pedagogy
http://www.vicfirth.com/education/
Mark Wessels Publications
http://www.salyerspercussion.com/
http://www.wwbw.com/Sabian-B8-Band-Cymbal-Pair-470514-i1417486.wwbw
Mark Wessels Publications
http://www.salyerspercussion.com/
http://www.wwbw.com/Sabian-B8-Band-Cymbal-Pair-470514-i1417486.wwbw

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