The morning rehearsal schedule for our February 25th performance has been posted in the “Calendar” section.
Orchestra Festival ticket order form
Posted in Announcements on January 25, 2010 by mkarlanEveryone must submit the form below by Friday to order tickets for the February 25th orchestra festival. Each family may request up to 4 tickets total. If your family is larger, please let me know and I will put you on the waiting list for extra tickets. There are two shows, 6:30 and 8:00.
January SmartMusic Assignments – DUE Jan. 15th
Posted in Announcements on January 6, 2010 by mkarlanGRADE 6: Sahara Crossing
Violin I: mm. 19-26
Violin II & Viola: mm. 27-34
Cello & Bass: mm. 43-52
GRADE 7/8: Warriors of Beijing
Violins and Violas: mm. 45-52
Cello: mm. 6-19
Bass: mm. 9-19
Gr. 6 NoteTrainer Assignment
Posted in Announcements on January 5, 2010 by mkarlanDUE: Friday, January 15th
Click here: NoteTrainer
Click “Settings” to adjust clef and range
Work until you have 40 correct with at least 95% accuracy.
Print and submit to Mr. Karlan
WINTER CONCERT
Posted in Announcements on December 8, 2009 by mkarlanDATE: Wednesday, December 9th
TIME: 7:30 pm, students arrive by 6:30
PLACE: Darien High School Auditorium
ATTIRE: Black pants/skirt/dress, white shirt/blouse, tie for boys.
DON’T FORGET: Your instrument and music. BASSISTS MUST BRING THEIR OWN BASS.
November SmartMusic assessments
Posted in Announcements on November 2, 2009 by mkarlanThe next playing assessment is due on the dates listed below. It can be submitted via SmartMusic or during a lesson.
GRADE 6:
Mozart Serenade and Dance quiz 1 – Due 11/16/09
- Violin 1: mm. 17-24
- Violin 2 & Viola: mm. 9-16
- Cello & Bass: mm. 1-8
Mozart Serenade and Dance quiz 2 – Due 11/23/09
- All instruments: mm. 41-58
GRADE 7/8:
Dance Diabolique quiz – Due 11/13/09
- Violin 1 & 2: mm. 18-27
- Viola: mm. 24-36
- Cello: mm. 25-36
- Bass: mm. 26-36
Japanese Lullaby Quiz #2
- Entire piece!
Playing Test #2
Posted in Announcements on October 18, 2009 by mkarlanDue by October 30th. Can be submitted via SmartMusic or during a lesson.
6th Grade: “King’s Court”
Violin 1, Violin 2, & Viola: mm. 11-26
Cello & Bass: Start at measure 19, go to CODA.
7th/8th Grade: “Hail the Conquering Hero”
Violin 1: mm. 41-48
Violin 2, Cello, & Bass: mm. 9-17
Viola: mm. 1-8
First Playing Test
Posted in Announcements on October 2, 2009 by mkarlanWe will have our first playing test of the year this week. See Mr. Karlan if you need help preparing.
6th Grade: Friday, October 9th
Wexford Circle, mm. 6-15.
7th/8th Grade: Mon., Wed., or Thurs., October 5, 7, or 8th depending on class.
Japanese Lullaby. violins start at m.15, violas at m.5, cello/bass at m.34.
SmartMusic
Posted in Announcements on September 7, 2009 by mkarlanDear Parents and Students,
This year, the MMS orchestra will be using software called SmartMusic. This program guides, accompanies, and evaluates students when they practice at home. Please take a moment to watch this quick video for an introduction to the program. I will be sending home more information soon.
Welcome back!
Posted in Announcements on August 30, 2009 by mkarlanHello again, returning string players. And welcome, 6th graders. If you’re new here, this website has a lot of useful information for orchestra students. You’ll be able to check your lesson time and rehearsal schedules, watch videos of concerts, write me a note, and much more.
When you have a moment, check out this video about SmartMusic, a program we will be using in class this year.
http://www.smartmusic.com/Media/Teachers_and_Students/parent.htm
See you soon!
-Mr. Karlan
