hudson bend ms mrs. may, orchestra director. mrs. may’s education 2004 graduate of lake travis hs...
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BUCCANEER ORCHESTRA!
Hudson Bend MSMrs. May, Orchestra Director
Mrs. May’s education2004 graduate of Lake Travis HS
2009 graduate of Texas State University
B.A. Music EducationMariachi CertificationSuzuki Book 1 Cello
Teaching experience 3rd year at HBMS. Starting 7th year of teaching orchestra. Previous positions:
2009-2013: Orchestra Director at Sul Ross MS in Northside ISD Turn a failing orchestra program into a UIL Varsity Sweepstake
school with a full time orchestra position 2009 New Teacher of the Year Winner 2012-2013: Orchestra Assistant at Garcia MS in Northside ISD
2 UIL Sweepstake awards
Teaching Accomplishments
Made HBMS Orchestra into an UIL Varsity Sweepstakes program – 2 years in a row. 1st time for HBMS Orchestra in 2014
Students received Outstanding Awards at UIL Solo & Ensemble Contest.
Bringing in fun music opportunities for students.
Spring 2015 - John Lennon Bus
Learn how to make music with technology.
Spring 2015- UTSA Symphony Concert
Hear a college level concert Hear from professors & students that you can still join
the orchestra in college and don’t have to be a music major
Orchestra helps you get scholarships (non-music major included)
2015 September Mark Wood’s Concert
September 19, 2015
Concert at Lake Travis Performance Arts Center
http://youtu.be/-sv6beydAlM
REGION ORCHESTRA COMPETITION
LTISD Varsity Fine Arts Requirements: • All varsity music groups must learn the region
music.• It is not required to compete at region.
What is region? • Student competing against other students in the
area such as Leander ISD, Round rock ISD, etc. • Compete with the best. • If you get in after the audition, it means your
child is one of the best in the region. • Making it into region orchestra is a honor. • Audition forms are available on website & $15 to
register.
Highlight Activities & Concerts
Mark Wood Concert Electric violin/viola raffle Rock Concert featuring Mark Wood
Monster Concert Cake Auction Costume Contest
Social activities UIL Competitions End of the Year Field Trips!
Academic Content
Meeting & exceeding the Music TEKS The Music TEKS can be displayed at:
Practice at home Rehearsals Concerts Competitions
Courses taught
Beginner Orchestra I Little to no previous knowledge of
strings Concert Orchestra II
At least 1 year of experience Philharmonic Orchestra III
At least 2 years of experience
Pertinent Syllabus info
Can be find in Orchestra Handbook Look on orchestra website www.Laketravisorchestra.org
Color team?
Fine arts is not involved with any color team because it’s a mixture of all color teams.
Grading procedures
60% Major Playing & Written Tests Dress Rehearsals & Concert
performances Competitions
40% Minor Classroom Performance Quizzes Supplies Practice logs on Charms
Classroom expectations
Bring instrument, orchestra binder, & accessories everyday to class.
Check the board for announcements, class work, & homework.
Respect the teacher, room, and instruments.
Tuning Etiquette
Once the bell rings, the teacher or student leader will turn the machine on to sound the “A”.
Beginners: Violin/violas will form a line and the teacher will tune.
Concert/Philharmonic: Student will individually tune each string one by one.
Rehearsal Etiquette Listen silently during instruction time. Take responsibility for yourself and your actions. Play only on your instrument during the appropriate
time. Stop immediately when the conductor stops rehearsing. Follow instructions and show courteous rehearsal
etiquette. Raise your hand and receive permission before speaking
or leaving your seat. Follow the HBMS behavioral expectations and LTISD
Student Code of Conduct Handbook. DO NOT start to pack up before the class is dismissed. It
is rude and distracting. Wait for your director to dismiss you by sections/rows.
Homework policy
Practice at least 80 minutes a week Log in times on to CHARMS 80 minutes = 100 points 1 extra minute = 1 extra point Example:
100 minutes =120 points 120 minutes = 140 points 200 points is the highest grade that I
can give
CHARMS Instructions Instructions are available on the website too. 1. www.charmsoffice.com2. Click on: (upper right hand corner) 3. Enter HBMSORCH into:
4. Enter your student’s 6 digit ID#: (if you can’t enter, email Mrs. May at [email protected])
5. Click on:
6. Make sure student information is correct. The email address on this screen refers to the student’s own email address—you may choose to leave this blank7. **IMPORTANT Please check contact information for parents/guardians by clicking on their name at the bottom of the page. If no adults have been entered, please click “Add New Adult” button at the top for each guardian who might be contacted on behalf of the student.
8. It is especially important that we have working email addresses and cell phone numbers for all parents and guardians
9. You’re done! Thank you for helping to keep communication lines open!
Schools supplies
Instrument with Don’t Fret Tapes (long version)
Accessories: Bow rosin rockstop (cello & bass) Tuner Cleaner cloth
Binder with 5 dividers PENCILS & highlighters
Tutoring Times
Before school: 8-8:35 am on Monday, Wednesday, &
Friday Mrs. May has duty on Tues. & Thurs.
After school: 4-5 pm everyday
Mrs. May will notify the class if there are no tutoring on schoology & on board.
Conference Period
Monday-Thursday: 2nd period 9:38-10:26 am
Friday Club Day: 2nd period 9:35 – 10:20 am
Classroom Structure
1. Tune2. Announcements 3. Warm-ups & Techniques4. Class Work – Music5. Rehearsal Frames:
Mistake? Identify the mistake. Fix it. Correct repetitions.
6. Review
Textbook info:
Beginners Orchestra I: Essential Elements 2000 Book 1
Concert & Philharmonic Orchestra II & III: Music will be provided by the director.
Where to find more info:
www.laketravisorchestra.org
Remember to come…
To Curriculum Night to learn MORE and I look forward to working with each of you this school year
Contact Information
Phone (512) 533-5692
Conference time 2nd Period
9:38-10:26 am Club 2nd period
9:35-10:20 am