Gautier Middle School

A:  Absolutely not!  This is where we come in to help your child!  With teaching from us and practice from your child, he or she should be able to become a proficient musician.

A:  Students will have homework checks and playing tests. Homework check is a small playing quiz during class where I will check to see how they're working on their homework assigned for practice. Also, students will have a playing test each week.  Intermediate students will do the majority of their tests during class on Friday, and varsity band students will submit their playing tests through video on Canvas.  

A:  No! There is always something we're working on for band and nightly practice is imperative towards your child's success in band. A little practice each night is so much better than trying to cram it all in one night. Please encourage your child to practice their instrument!

A: musictheory!  It's one of the best websites to help with almost anything middle school band related!

Here is a link to Note Identification Practice: Note Identification on Music Theory

A.  You can get a metronome at any music store.  If you have a smart device, you can download a metronome app.  There are plenty of free metronome apps as well!  

Here is a link to a free metronome online: Free Online Metronome

If you have a question, please don't hesitate to email Mrs. Smith.