Band Assessment (Audition)

Name (First, Last) ______________________________________

Instrument_______________________________________________

How many years playing instrument? ________________

Do you take lessons? Yes/No

If yes, how long? __________Years __________Months

If not, would you like to? Yes/No

Student Band Contract

We were made to worship God. First and foremost, music is one of the most important
tools that facilitates worship and brings us closer to God. It is an essential ingredient
that is often treated as a luxury. Finally, when done skillfully, our Creator is honored.

Sing joyfully to the Lord, you righteous; it is fitting for the upright to praise him.
Praise the Lord with the harp; make music to him on the ten-stringed lyre.
Sing to him a new song; play skillfully and shout for joy. Ps 33:1-3

Advanced Band is a worship/performance group at Kirkland SDA Elementary and Puget
Sound Adventist Academy open to students in grades 6-12. This group plays at a variety of
venues including but not limited to churches, festivals, assemblies and concerts. In addition
to the items listed below, students are graded on accuracy of notes, rhythms, dynamics, and
other musical concepts.

Expectations:
1. Attendancebe present and on time
2. Equipmenthave music, instrument, planner, pencil, and paper
3. Behaviorraise hands for questions, refrain from talking
4. Practicedemonstrate improvement on instrument; band logs due on
Fridays
5. Posturesit up straight and hold instrument correctly for the best possible
sound
6. Respectbe respectful to teacher, peers, and equipment

Practice goals:
1. Tone qualityplay long tones to develop a good sound
2. Note Accuracycorrect notes
3. Dynamicsplay appropriate loud to soft volumes
4. Phrasingshape musical lines
5. Rhythmsaim for accuracy of rhythms; students should tap their foot; use a
metronome when possible
6. Intonationif you own a tuner, the student should use it during your home
practices
Big Picture:

Band is similar to a team sport in which each person must work to help the entire group
improve and perform at a high standard. Because of the team environment students
showing a lack of achievement can hold back the entire class. If a students performance
does not improve, he/she may be dismissed from advanced band and assigned to
another band or music class.

I, ________________________________, accept all the responsibilities outlined above and I
understand the success of the band is determined by my carrying out the duties outlined above
to the best of my abilities. I also understand that dismissal from the advanced band can occur
when I do not meet my obligations.

Student signature: ___________________________________ date: ____________

Student cell phone: __________________________________

Student email: ______________________________________



Rubank Studies:

Exercise Score

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Rhythm Studies (random)

Exercise Score

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