Parents and Friends of
Guitar 1 Students,
Please join us for:
An Evening of
Holiday Music
On Thursday, December 10, 2015
In the LPHS Little Theatre
A3 Students: 7:30pm
A4 Students: 6:30pm
Students will be demonstrating their
ability to accompany songs on the guitar as well as playing a few instrumental
pieces. We will be inviting the audience
to sing along to some of the Christmas Songs, so bring your holiday spirit and
your voices! The concert should last
approximately 30 min.
This will be
20% of their grade for the class so
please support them in their efforts and encourage them to practice and prepare!
Concert dress will be: Black “Become One” T-shirts (provided), dark
pants or jeans (no holes), Santa Hats (students must bring their own)
Extra Credit Options (for participation points)
1. Show me their 3 ring binder with all papers and songs included. (10 pts)
2. Concert Evaluation (1/2 page paper evaluating a concert involving a guitarist or multiple guitarists) (10 pts)
3. Swede Larson Classical Evaluation - watch the 3 videos I included on the blog and write a 1/2 page paper evaluating his technique and other things you noticed about his performance.
4. Come in for 15 min during lunch or before or after school on A-days for individualized help. (10 pts)
5. One month practice log (100 min per week of practice each week for 4 weeks - signed by parent and honestly done - I will be able to determine due to your progress) (20 points)
6. Perform in School Assembly with group (Dec 11th) (20 pts - this can be applied to other grades instead of participation if needed)
7. Write and perform original song (40-50 pts)
