Mark it in. With the pencil I know you have on your stand. June 20, 2009
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Everyone in Symphonic Band has heard me say that more than once–but sometimes it helps to have backup, in this case from a professional double bass player. Check out how some of the fellows from the Lubbock Symphony Orchestra marked their parts for a performance of Stravinsky’s Rite of Spring.
Marking one’s part (Courtesy of the TTU Music Theory Department)
2009 Symphonic Band Final Review Sheet June 13, 2009
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A few people have asked for the review sheet for the Symphonic Band final, so I’m posting it below in Word document format. It is, if not comprehensive, at least nearly so, although it only covers one of the three tools you’ll need to bring to the table to answer the questions on the exam. The other two are:
- A fundamental understanding of performance technique on your instrument–tone production, posture, breathing, articulation technique, etc.
- Creativity and attention to detail when interpreting the blueprint that is a musical score.
Please contact me if you need more information!
2009-2010 Band Staff Selected June 10, 2009
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After a very short electoral season, the 2009-2010 band staff has emerged. These brave souls are:
- President: Connor MacDonald
- Co-VPs: Hope Goslin, Maria Tsekeris
- Secretary: Liz Allen
- Treasurer: Kelsey Wheeler
- Librarian: Monica Hanley
- Publicist: Emma Ray
- Historian: Frank White
Congratulations, and looking forward to working with you in the future!
Memorial Day Thanks June 2, 2009
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In addition to thanking all of the students who put in such great effort during a very quick preparation period for the Memorial Day Parade, I’d like also to thank an anonymous supporter who took a fantastic photograph of the NHS Band performing on the green, printed it out on high-quality, glossy photo paper and left it in my mailbox. It’s a wonderful reminder of a great day, and we’ll be sure to display it proudly!
Thank you!
