Trojan Orch B - Krijnen - 2(A)-2(A) Assignments

Students please complete the very quick survey. 


A big thank you to Darsh and Jonathan for all the great ideas!

This is our informal and super fun end-of-the-year concert. We also invite our rising 5th graders to join our Honor groups. 

Wear your black music t-shirt and shorts or pants depending on the weather. 

**Food Trucks**



Join us for an evening filled with wonderful music, community spirit, and delicious food trucks!



4:00–4:30 PM – 5th Grade Honor Ensembles
4:45–5:05 PM – Trojan Band & Trojan Strings
5:15–6:05 PM – Trojan Choir, Cambiata Choir, Bel Canto, Concert Band & Intermediate Strings
6:15–6:40 PM – Cambiata Choir, Bel Canto & Advanced Strings
6:50–7:10 PM – Encore Choir & Bel Canto
7:10–7:20 PM – Encore, Bel Canto, Cambiata, Symphonic Band & Chamber Strings
7:25–8:00 PM – Chamber Strings & Symphonic Band

Sorry kids! I didn't realize that we don't have any other days to hold our flex rehearsal altogether so we need to do this TOMORROW!!!!!  I sent your parents a reminder as well.   

Please pick up your flex pass today afterschool, tomorrow morning before school or during break. 

*****Remind your friends! *****

Hello Music Families,
It’s time to return the formal attire borrowed for this year’s music program. If you purchased your attire, there is no need to return it unless you wish to donate it to the program.

All borrowed uniforms must be washed at home before being returned. All items can be cleaned at home—no dry cleaning necessary—as long as the instructions below are followed carefully.

Important: Before washing, please remove any temporary hems or alterations made to fit your student. ​All hemming stitches must be removed before returning the uniform.

Uniforms are due to your child’s music teacher by Friday, April 3 in its assigned garment bag with hangers.

Please let us know if you have any questions!
Band/Orchestra Blouse and Skirt

Wash separately (do not mix with other clothes)
Use gentle cycle with cold water
Do not use bleach
Tumble dry on medium-high heat for 10–15 minutes
Remove while still damp and hang on a plastic hanger to air dry — should dry wrinkle-free
Do not iron
White Shirt (Choir/Band/Orchestra)

Machine wash in warm water
Tumble dry
Hang immediately after drying to reduce wrinkles
Black Pants (Choir/Band/Orchestra)
Wash separately (do not mix with other clothes) 
Use gentle cycle with cold water
Do not use bleach
Hang to air dry on a plastic hanger — do not tumble dry

Hello Orchestra Students,

It is time to prepare for our Advanced Orchestra or Chamber Strings auditions. It is challenging to skip an entire level of orchestra OR make it into chamber strings so know that it will take a lot of time and hard work to make it happen. 
Also, many of you that will attempt the audition will not make it. That is 100% ok. The worst part is that you are going to get a whole lot better on your instrument.

**Practice does not = perfect, but it does = permanent, so make sure to practice carefully and pay close attention to the details in the music. Check the key signature and mark your part just like we do in rehearsal to help you be efficient with your time.

**When practicing, always start slow. Be sure to practice the correct rhythms, fingerings and bowing right away because these small details make a BIG difference. 
**Ask for help and come see me during flex.
**Listen to the videos below and pay close attention to the tone, bowing, rhythm and intonation. 
**Also, try using a metronome at home to help you with keeping a steady beat. Use a tuner for excellent intonation. 
After this, work up small sections until you are happy with your "performance' tempo. 
**If you are interested in taking private lessons, I also added a list below. Just know that every teacher has varying experience, rates and ways of teaching private lessons. (For example, some teachers have students come to their homes and other teachers drive to the students' house.) 

Below I attached a soft copy of the music and YouTube videos for each audition piece. Please use as many resources as possible when preparing auditioning. 

Advanced Audition Music:
  Violin - Gavotte by Martini
  Viola - Minuet No. 3 by Bach
  Cello - Minuet No. 3 by Bach
  Bass - Minuet No. 2 by Bach

Chamber Audition Music:
  Violin - Concerto in A minor (1st mvt) by Vivaldi arr. by Nachez
  Viola - Concerto in D minor by Vivaldi
  Cello - Sonata in C Major by Breval
  Bass - Goblin's Dance by Lyons

Hey kids - You have worked hard, lets celebrate!

someone bring plates :)

Several kids asked for this :)

Mega Orchestra Concert - Wednesday, March 11th

I am super excited to celebrate our growing string community from 6th-12th grade! WAHOO! 

Things to Remember: 
*Remember to pickup your instrument and music before heading home on concert day
*Formal Attire including black dress shoes
*Be sure to leave plenty of time to get the church on time. Feel free to arrive up to 10 minutes early
*Map of Venture Church attached below
*Students will not be allowed to be on their phones during the concert
*Concert is worth 200 points - if you have to miss the concert be sure to fill out the performance conflict form (attached below) as well as create 4 separate videos of each of our performing pieces. I will use the playing quiz rubric to grade the videos. 
*Baked Goods - be sure to bring some cash to celebrate following the concert
NO FOOD IN THE CONCERT HALL

**Rehearsal Schedule**
3:25pm Chamber Strings Arrives
3:40pm Chamber Strings Rehearsal
3:45pm Advanced Orchestra Arrives 
4:05pm Advanced Orchestra Rehearsal (chamber pizza)
4:15pm LGHS Arrive
4:30pm LGHS On-off stage (Advanced pizza)
4:40pm Intermediate Orchestra Arrives
5:00pm Intermediate Rehearsal (LGHS Pizza)
5:00pm Trojan Arrive
5:20pm Trojan Rehearsal 
5:30pm All Students are in performance space w/ instrument
5:40-6:10 Combined Rehearsal
6:20pm Doors Open to audience (Trojan on stage)
6:30pm Concert Begins

**Concert Schedule** 
6:30pm Trojan Strings with LGHS Chamber Leaders
6:45pm Intermediate Orchestra 
7:00pm Advanced Orchestra 
7:15pm Chamber Strings
7:30pm LGHS Orchestra
7:45pm LGHS Philharmonic 
8:00pm LGHS Chamber Strings
8:15pm GRAND FINALE - EVERYONE

Hey Kids - Let me introduce Syncopation :)

For anyone that would like to record your scale ahead of the playing quiz, please create your video and upload it to this assignment. If you are going to be gone on Friday, be sure to upload your video before you leave.

*Be sure the camera can see both of your arms/hands
*Make sure you are in a quiet space without distracting noises
*Double check your posture - Sitting & standing tall, elbows up/strong frame and relax shoulders. 
*Check your bow hand
*Use a lot of bow for excellent tone
*Practice your intonation with the online tuner attached below

Time to practice :)

Ok kids - You know what to do....


50 questions + 100 percent = :)

Do your best, and forget the rest! 

Be sure to attach your screenshot.

Hello Everyone,

Remember that this is an optional performance. 

You must make time to rehearse with your group this week AND I need to hear everyone to make sure you are "performance ready".  If you cannot play through your piece without stopping, you are not ready. The notes, rhythm and intonation should be correct. You also need to know how you are starting and stopping the music together.  Who is going to announce the musicians in your group and the piece that you are playing? Have you practiced bowing together?
 
Here are the available times this coming week:
*Wednesday, Jan21st afterschool for 45 minutes
*Thursday, Jan 22nd  during flex
*Friday, Jan 23rd during flex
(It is also ok to rehearse during ALL three practice times)

Fisher's Cabaret Concert:* January 29th @6pm in the Fisher MPR
* Students can dress up or wear their black music t-shirt
* Students should arrive at least 20 minutes before the performance to tune, warm-up and hopefully play through their piece at least once before heading over.
*No tickets needed

*50 questions
*100% accuracy
*Under 2 minutes
*Homework if you don't finish in class

*Do your best and forget the rest :)

Do you best and add your screenshot. 

Only one screenshot and has to be under 3 minutes. 

Dear Music Families,

We hope you had a relaxing and rejuvenating break, and we wish you a Happy New Year!

We will have a photographer on campus on  to take formal class photos for each music ensemble. Since some classes are split between two periods,  will take their photos . If your child is in one of these groups, they will need to remain at school until 2:15 PM.

Photo Schedule

8:30–9:10 – Symphonic Band
9:14–9:54 – Trojan Choir
10:08–10:46 – Cambiata Choir, Advanced Orchestra
10:52–11:32 – Bel Canto Choir, Chamber Orchestra
12:08–12:46 – Intermediate Orchestra


1:30–2:15 – Trojan Band, Trojan Strings, Concert Band
What Students Need to Bring on Wednesday
:
Black pants and white button-down shirt or
Black skirt and black blouse or
Black dress
Black dress shoes and black socks
Instrument (band and orchestra)
All clothing items in a (drop off at your music classroom in the morning)
Students should wear pants/shorts and an undershirt to school to allow for quick changingSymphonic Band students should  and bring a change of clothes to wear after photos.

We realize this is short notice and appreciate your support in helping your child prepare for photo day. Photo orders may be placed the following week using the directions on the attached flyer.

Please sign up as soon as possible. 


IF you need a little more time, please email me directly.

Thanks,
Mrs. K

Please bring something to share with your classmates. 

Individually wrapped items are great such as chip bags, juice boxes, cookies, etc. 
Homemade items are also welcome, but please include a full list of ingredients on a notecard. 
Plates and cups are also very helpful!

Hello Trojan A & B

* Winter concert is on December 16th at 6-7pm
* Arrive at 5:30pm in the orchestra room to tune and warm-up 
* Wear Formal Attire including black dress shoes and black socks or stockings if needed. 
* Holiday Flare is welcomed. 
* Concert is worth 200 points, please turn in "Performance Conflict Form" attached below if you will be missing the concert. 

Here are of the December music concerts for all ensembles: 
 – Winter Concert: Trojan Band, Trojan Choir, Trojan Strings
 – Winter Concert: Cambiata Choir, Concert Band, Intermediate Strings
 – Winter Concert: Bel Canto, Symphonic Band, Advanced Strings
 – Winter Concert: Encore, Jazz Band, Chamber Strings

Come see me if you have misplaced your flex plass. 

See you soon! 
Mrs. K

This is so fun!! Remember that you can slow down the tempo if it is too fast.

Please bring ribbon and bows to decorate your instrument

Hi Trojan Students!

Attached is a video recording, but you will not see the music. 
This is a fantastic recording where you can easily hear the beat (and the separated articulation in the bow)

Please both listen to this and practice with this at home as we prepare for our concert.

Congratulations to Tara Shamain from our Advanced orchestra class for the winning design!!! 

Please see the link below to make your order. For the first time, students may chose from two styles of t-shirts, a sweatshirt and/or a hoodie. 

All orders are due Wednesday, Nov 19th and will be delivered directly to your home. 

**This is the only time to order this wonderful design**

Hello Trojan Students -

Each student will be playing in class their C major Scale 2x each note. 
Be sure to practice slowly and with a tuner to help with your intonation. 

Criteria: 
1. Excellent Posture
2. consistent and Tone
3. Steady pulse
4. AND VERY IMPORTANT intonation!  Practice using a tuner. I have added a free version to this assignment called, tuner Ninja. 

You can also use the tuners at school when we are warming up or have down time.

House of Hope Food Drive 11/3/25 - 11/13/25

Hello Fisher Families, 

We’re excited to partner with  for our annual  This is a wonderful opportunity for our students to practice kindness, gratitude, and generosity while helping families in need right here in our community.


Please send in  with your child. Donations can be dropped off  now through . We will collect all food Thursday morning during 1st period, so please have all donations in by then!  

Thank you for supporting this meaningful cause and helping us show that even small acts of giving can have a big impact. Every can and box makes a difference!

Parents don't want to cook Dinner?? PERFECT!!!

Invite your parents to join us in our Panda Express Music Fundraiser. 
28% of proceeds go directly back to our music programs! :)

https://www.pandaexpress.com

**Online orders only - Apply code: 9008625

As requested by a few students :)

This is new territory so go slow and careful. 

It is ok to use your "cheat sheet"

Be sure to turn in your firs screenshot by this Wednesday. We will add the 2nd screenshot later in the week. 

"Do your best and forget the rest"

Hello Everyone,

We will have our next playing quiz this coming Wednesday on Snow Day. 
It will cover the section that we worked on last week and we will review it again tomorrow. 

You know the routine! 

Try your best and forget the rest! 

*Be sure to add your screenshot to this assignment.

Please bring something to share. 
Chips, Oreos, cookies, juice boxes, etc. are great!

Individually wrapped items are very helpful. 

**Please NO candy or soda**

Dear Orchestra Students,

This is what I sent to your parents: 

We are excited to invite you to our Fall Concert on Wednesday, October 15th at Fisher Middle School in the quad. This will be an outdoor, informal performance where students can share what they have learned during the first quarter and celebrate their accomplishments with family and friends.
There will be three back-to-back concerts, and each student is only required to attend their own group’s performance. Of course, you are more than welcome to stay for the entire event (3:30–6:45 pm). Food trucks will be on campus, so feel free to grab dinner and enjoy the music!
Performance Schedule
3:30–4:30 pm – Trojan Strings, Trojan Band, Trojan Choir
4:30–5:30 pm – Intermediate Orchestra, Intermediate Band, ​Cambiata Choir
5:30–6:45 pm – Advanced Orchestra, Chamber Strings, Advanced Band, Bel Canto Choir
What to Bring If you plan to sit and watch, please bring lawn chairs. Hats, sunglasses, and umbrellas are welcome, as we will be in full sun. If you use an umbrella, please be mindful not to block others’ view. Tents will be provided to shade the performing students.
Concert Attire Students should wear their black music t-shirt on top and either shorts or pants on the bottom. Tennis shoes and white socks are perfect for this informal outdoor performance.Attendance Reminder If your student will be unable to attend, please complete the attached Performance Conflict Form. Each concert is worth 200 points. Students who miss the performance will need to record themselves playing each piece individually and will be graded using our playing quiz rubric.

Fall Concert - Trojan Strings (Flex rehearsal this Friday w/ Trojan A & B)

1. G major scale - Three group Round
2. French Folk Song - Two parts (Student’s choice)
3. Allegro in D – Everyone Melody
4. Irish Jig - Melody - Trojan A / Harmony - Trojan B
5. Can-Can - 3 x’s 1)Everyone Melody 2) Everyone Harmony 3) Student’s choice

Come get a new flex pass if you have misplaced yours.

Hey Kids - You know the routine :)

Go slow and careful for the 1st round and make sure to receive 100% accuracy.


By Friday, you should have 2 screenshots for this assignment.

Do your best and forget the rest!

Orchestra students - your Sweatshirt design submissions are due Tuesday, Oct 7th 

*Submission should be on plain white paper
*Landscape version ONLY

*Should include "RJF Orchestra" or "Raymond Fisher Middle School" as well as the year, "2025-26"
*Must be school appropriate
*You can also create your design using a computer
*put your name on the back in pencil

When you finish your design be sure to be sure to use black sharpie to outline and fill in the design for clean edges and contrast.

Let me know if you have any questions. 
Mrs. K

Hello Trojan Students,

You know the routine! Use your golden-rod colored cheatsheet to help you.
For this first time, go slow and careful. 


**You must have 100% accuracy before taking the screenshot. 
If you do not finish this in class, please continue to work in flex and at home.

Email me if you have any questions. 
Thanks,
Mrs. K

Hello Trojan Students,

1.Open the link below and click on the link for your instrument. 

2.Identify the notes to the best of your ability. Use your cheatsheet to help you.

3.Once you complete it and receive a score, try it again and see if you can get a better score!

4.Take a screenshot by hitting the "control" and "show windows" button (key above the 6 on your chrome book) 

5. Attach the screenshot to this assignment by searching for it in your drive under "recent".

6. Submit Assignment

**You must have 100% accuracy before taking the screenshot. If you do not finish this in class, please continue to work in flex and at home.

Hello Trojan Students,

1.Open the link below and click on the link for your instrument. 

2.Identify the notes to the best of your ability. Use your cheatsheet to help you.

3.Once you complete it and receive a score, try it again and see if you can get a better score!

4.Take a screenshot by hitting the "control" and "show windows" button (key above the 6 on your chrome book) 

5. Attach the screenshot to this assignment by searching for it in your drive under "recent".

6. Submit Assignment

Please fill out the Google Form below. 

Let me know if you have any questions.

Hello Trojan Students,

1.Open the link below and click on the link for your instrument. 

2.Identify the notes to the best of your ability. Use your cheatsheet to help you.

3.Once you complete it and receive a score, try it again and see if you can get a better score!

4.Take a screenshot by hitting the "control" and "show windows" button (key above the 6 on your chrome book) 

5. Attach the screenshot to this assignment by searching for it in your drive under "recent".

Hello orchestra students,

Please remind your busy parents to compete the formal concert attire agreement in Parentsquare by this coming Friday, Sept 3rd. 

All parents must fill out the form so that we know if you are planning to purchase or borrow the formal uniform for our concerts. 

Parents also need to sign up their child for a time slot on one of the following dates to be sized and pick up their concert attire. 

Fitting Times
 – 7th & 8th Grade students only
 – All students
 – All students
**Remind your parents to find both of these notifications in Parentsquare from Corey Miller

Hello Trojan A and B 

For your first playing quiz, you will have the option of either playing in-class on Wednesday OR recording a video at home and turning it in Tuesday evening. 

Here are goals to work on: 
 *Push left-hand fingers down so it is a clear sound
*Fingers should be stretching and land on the fingertape
*violin/viola - Candy cane (don't let your wrist collapse)
*cello/bass - water bottle 
*curved fingers/tips of fingers on the fingerboard
*Good tone
*Posture - violin/violas instruments parallel to the floor, cellos @ 45 degree angle, EVERYONE sitting or standing tall :)

Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns and below is the rubric we will be using.

Hello Trojan B,

Please create a unique personal slide sharing a bit about yourself. 

Criteria: 
1. Must include Name
2. At least 3 pictures, emojis, whatever that represent something about YOU
3. At least 1 item that tells us something about your summer
4. At least 2 audio links to your favorite song/pieces (Be sure the song lyrics are school appropriate)
5. One thing that you are excited about for this school year

**DO NOT add or delete anything from another students' slide**