Grade 5 Band
Avon Lake City Schools
Curriculum Framework
Grade 5 Band
Course Overview:
Fifth Grade Band introduces students to the fundamentals of wind and percussion instruments and is designed for students with little to no prior experience in playing a musical instrument. Students will develop essential musical skills including reading music, understanding basic music theory, building instrumental proficiency, and ensemble playing. The primary goal is to provide a strong foundation in playing a wind/percussion instrument while fostering a love for music.
Students will have opportunities to showcase their progress through performances/concerts.
Textbook (Title and Publishing Company):
Method Book: Measure of Success Method Book - A Comprehensive Musicianship Band Method, book one by Deborah A. Sheldon, Brian Balmages, Timothy Loest, and Robert Sheldon. Percussion written and edited by David Collier. The FJH Publishing Company, Inc.
Online/Supplemental Materials:
Grade .5 - 1 musical compositions from classical standard band literature to current modern musical compositions
Assessments:
Teacher created assessments may include worksheets and playing tests to assess student progress on instrument playing progress and music reading comprehension.
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Last Updated:
September, 2023