Cabrillo String Orchestra
M-F,
Fall/Spring 2007
Instructor
Mr. Pakaluk (ext. 3444)
Course Description
String orchestra provides members with an opportunity to study and perform a wide variety of music scored for string ensemble. This group will focus on developing proper technique, musicality, and ensemble skills through the vehicle of string instrumental performance. The group will perform at the instrumental music department concerts, and at any other venues decided throughout the semester.
Course Requirements
Since the class is open to all grade levels, there will undoubtedly be a large range of ability levels. The criteria for receiving an ‘A’ are:
1. Prompt and dependable attendance at all rehearsals and performances.
2. Diligence in meeting membership responsibilities, including preparation of music for performance. (More experienced players will be held to higher expectations of performance level.)
3. Demonstration of a cooperative and professional attitude during all group functions (Class participation).
4. Completing listening responses in an informed and capable manner.
Course Policies
Rehearsals begin promptly at
All members should arrive early to be set up, warmed-up, and ready to play.
In addition to its role as a performing group, string orchestra will also be used to train musicians for orchestral performance. Large emphasis will be placed on understanding the sound and role of the various string instruments and sections. Students that volunteer to conduct or teach a step will receive extra credit. Students must supply feedback after listening sessions. Students must participate in LUSD district orchestra to receive an “A” in String Orchestra.
Symphonic Winds (Wind Ensemble)
M-F,
Spring 2007
Instructor
Mr. Pakaluk (ext. 3444)
Course Description
Wind Ensemble provides members with an opportunity to study and perform a wide variety of music. This group will focus on developing proper technique, musicality, and ensemble skills through the vehicle of instrumental performance. The class will rehearse a variety of literature and perform in the instrumental music department concerts and at spring graduation.
Course Requirements
The ensemble is open only by audition. This is the most advanced band at Cabrillo, and the criteria for receiving an ‘A’ are:
1. Prompt and dependable attendance at all rehearsals and performances.
2. Diligence in meeting membership responsibilities, including preparation of music for performance. (Wind Ensemble players will be held to higher expectations of performance level.)
3. Demonstration of a cooperative and professional attitude during all group functions (Class participation)—this includes a sincere effort in fundraising attempts!
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Course Policies
Rehearsals begin promptly at
Band Techniques (Jazz Improvisation/Theory Class)
M-F,
Fall/Spring 2007
Instructor
Mr. Pakaluk (ext. 3444)
Course Description
Period 4 band Techniques provides members with an opportunity to study and perform a wide variety of music. This group will focus on developing proper technique, musicality, and ensemble skills through the vehicle of instrumental performance. The class will focus on the development of improvisation skills and the application of those skills in Jazz, Funk, Blues, and Rock Styles. Students will review fundamental music terminology and descriptions, and also develop compositions by ear.
Second semester Jazz Improvisation will also focus more on covering the fundamentals of music theory. The music will be more challenging and there will be a few more assignments, and will hopefully provide a springboard for enrollment in Jazz Band.
Course Requirements
Since the class is open to all grade levels, there will undoubtedly be a large range of ability levels. The criteria for receiving an ‘A’ are:
1. Prompt and dependable attendance at all rehearsals and performances.
2. Diligence in meeting membership responsibilities, including preparation of music for performance. (More experienced players will be held to higher expectations of performance level.)
3. Demonstration of a cooperative and professional attitude during all group functions (Class participation).
4. Written Tests/Quizzes.
5. Midterm solo transcription
6. Final Solo transcription.
7. Final Jazz Etude.
Course Policies
Rehearsals begin promptly at
Band Techniques (Concert Band)
M-F,
Fall/Spring 2007
Instructor
Mr. Pakaluk (ext. 3444)
Course Description
Concert Band provides members with an opportunity to study and perform a wide variety of music. This group will focus on developing proper technique, musicality, and ensemble skills through the vehicle of instrumental performance. The class will rehearse and perform concert band literature and perform in the instrumental music department concerts.
Course Requirements
Since the class is open to all grade levels, there will undoubtedly be a large range of ability levels. The criteria for receiving an ‘A’ are:
1. Prompt and dependable attendance at all rehearsals and performances.
2. Diligence in meeting membership responsibilities, including preparation of music for performance. (More experienced players will be held to higher expectations of performance level.)
3. Demonstration of a cooperative and professional attitude during all group functions (Class participation)-this includes making an effort to help with group fundraising needs!
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Course Policies
Rehearsals begin promptly at
Cabrillo Jazz Band
Evenings (Fall)/0 period (Spring)
Fall/Spring 2007
Instructor
Mr. Pakaluk (ext. 3444)
Course Description
Jazz Band provides members with an opportunity to study and perform a wide variety of music scored for jazz ensemble. This group will focus on developing proper technique, musicality, and ensemble skills through the vehicle of instrumental performance. The group will perform at the instrumental music department concerts, at the ‘evening of jazz’ concert, and at any other venues decided throughout the semester.
Course Requirements
Since the class is open to all grade levels, there will undoubtedly be a large range of ability levels. The criteria for receiving an ‘A’ are:
1. Prompt and dependable attendance at all rehearsals and performances.
2. Diligence in meeting membership responsibilities, including preparation of music for performance. (More experienced players will be held to higher expectations of performance level.) In jazz terms, if you are hacking on your book, you might lose the gig.
3. Demonstration of a cooperative and professional attitude during all group functions (Class participation).
4. Completing listening responses in an informed and capable manner.
Course Policies
Rehearsals begin promptly at
All members should arrive early to be set up, warmed-up, and ready to play.
In addition to its role as a performing group, jazz band will focus on developing improvisational skills. Students will all have an opportunity to become comfortable with soloing and reading chord changes.
